I constantly harp on the idea that more options are never a bad thing, and that’s still true today. Whether it’s a pistol style, accessory, or optic, more options give consumers more power. You can decide where to spend your hard-earned cash, which then forces manufacturers to adapt and offer a quality product at a price that’s attainable.
That’s the sentiment I feel with C&H Precision’s latest release, the Enclosed Rifle Dot, or ERD. C&H is a reputable company known for producing optic mounting solutions, among other accessories and services. It’s well-known enough in the optic space to start offering its own line.
SPECS
The C&H ERD-MAX is the next evolution in C&H’s optic lineup. C&H product page lists it as the ERD, a duty-ready red dot built for rifles, PCCs, and PDWs.
The standard specs are as follows:
| Specification | C&H ERD-MAX |
|---|---|
| Model | ERD-MAX |
| Magnification | 1x |
| Lens Diameter | 30mm |
| Reticle | 2 MOA dot; 2 MOA dot with 22 MOA circle (multi-reticle) |
| Dot Color | Red |
| Brightness Settings | 10 (settings 1 and 2 are night vision compatible) |
| Eye Relief | Unlimited |
| Adjustment | 1 MOA per click |
| Weight | 283 g (about 10 oz) with battery |
| Battery | CR2032 |
| MSRP | $279.99 |
Features
The 1x optic features a large, 30mm objective lens, enclosed emitter, and crystal-clear glass for a wide, unobstructed sight picture—hence the MAX designation. Its one-piece, CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum housing is rated for 5.56, .308, +P and +P+ recoil, with shockproof construction and an IPX7 waterproof rating.
Shooters can select a 2 MOA dot or multi-reticle configuration with a 22 MOA circle. The optic offers 10 brightness settings, including two night vision-compatible levels, along with 1 MOA windage and elevation adjustments.
Motion control activates the sight when movement is detected and shuts it down after five minutes of inactivity, which helps preserve battery life. A common CR2032 battery provides up to 50,000 hours of runtime.
ZOOMING OUT
I think the ERD-MAX checks off a lot of boxes. It’s the right choice for an SRT team member, maybe not. But is it a good option for someone going to the range or entering a local match? I’d say yes. For sub-300 bucks, it seems hard to beat.
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