My bad on the "home AR" reference. I wasn't referring necessarily to just a bedside gun, but one that us mere non-patrolling mortals use at the range and for training. Thanks again for participating and all the helpful answers.
I prefer not to run a dot either due to bad halo. Have always wondered how I could see an ACOG.
My 14.5" gun has a TA31-ECOS with an RMR on top. <<<my avatar pic is from a carbine class using this very ACOG. 4X was a bit much up close. The rds really helped.