Aimpoint Battery Life

[rsc1023]

Im curious if anyone knows how long a battery will last in a Aimpoint sight. I bought my Comp C in 2002 and the original battery is still going strong. I bought two extra batteries to keep on hand when I purchased the sight. The package on the one I carry in my turkey vest is looking a little rough. I simply love my Aimpoint.

[mightyjoeyoung]

The battery in my Comp M2 will last up to 50,000 hours on the lowest visible setting.  I still turn it off when I'm done of course but I don't have to worry too much if I leave in on for a day or two by mistake.

[gobblergls]

On my SBE, I've got one of the earlier generation Aimpoints in 1997 or 98 that resembles later generations, but isn't.  The next generation after mine claim 50,000 hours.  The cost of a battery is negligible and I changed out yearly to be on the safe side.  I haven't used the gun in three seasons as I now use Trijicon Reflex sights on my 20 gauge guns that have tritium lamps--no need for batteries.

[beagler]

I have two 9000SC red dots. Went four years and they were still going strong, changed them out anyway. They claim 50,000hrs on mine.

[rsc1023]

I've thought about changing mine out over the years. I'm to the point now I want to know how long it will last. Mine is used a lot.  Between turkey hunting and coyote hunting. Over the years I have forgot to cut it off store it in the vault go back a month later and its on. Like I said before I always have a spare with me. I'm going to ride it out and see just how many seasons I will get out one battery.