First showcased back in January at the 2025 edition of SHOT Show, the new AEMS X2 series of reflex sights by Holosun – a well-known California-based brand that manufactures sports and tactical optics in the Far East and carries on engineering and quality control entirely in the United States – are now finally available for purchase in all commercial markets worldwide.

A follow-up to Holosun's own AEMS - Advanced Enclosed Micro Sight series first introduced in 2021, the new AEMS X2 line currently comprises two models (the AEMS CORE X2 and AEMS PRO X2, respectively), each one being available in three variants, distinguished by the color of reticle or dot illumination.

Both models are based on the same totally enclosed emitter design, to ensure longer service life and resistance to extreme use in difficult climates and conditions, and both are powered by a single "Button-type" CR2032 battery hosted in a secure compartment on the right side of the matte black electro-anodized alloy chassis, offering up to 50,000 hours of continuous runtime depending on the selected level of illumination. Other shared features include the controls configuration, while the two models differ in terms of manufacturing details and features.

The Holosun AEMS X2 line of reflex sight is built to withstand harsh professional use in hostile environments and climates for defensive purposes, hunting, practical or tactical shooting competitions, as well as service use by law enforcement or private security personnel.

The AEMS CORE X2 represents the baseline model in this new line of Holosun reflex sights. Built around a 6065-T6 chassis, it blends a wide field of view with a truly minimal size: approximately 6,3 × 3,9 × 6,6 centimeters – that's 2.2 × 1.76 × 2.52 inches, approximately 11% shorter than most 20mm red dot sights – for an overall weight of 110,2 grams, or 10.4 ounces.

Holosun's AEMS CORE X2 reflex sight features multi-layer reflex-free lenses and a completely parallax-free optical system; four post, lower 1/3 co-witness mounts; full backwards compatibility with original AEMS mounts; and a 2 MOA red, green, or gold center dot – this last one being a unique feature and the most recent innovation in Holosun's technology, developed to help shooters who suffer from color-blindness.

The center dot can be adjusted on a 50 MOA range in both windage and elevation, thanks to the two recessed turrets built-in on each side of the optic's body. Two rubberized buttons located on the left side of the sight allow manual activation, shut-off, and brightness adjustment on ten different levels, two of which are compatible with night vision devices.

The Holosun AEMS CORE X2 reflex sight is also IP67 certified to withstand water, shocks, and aggressive external elements, and comes with power saving and Shake Awake features to ensure a long battery life while remaining always ready to use when it counts. Holosun's new AEMS CORE X2 is sold at a MSRP of $352.93 in the US and 399,00€ in Europe for the red and gold dot variants; and $370.58 in the US and 419,90€ in Europe for the green dot variants.

The Holosun AEMS PRO X2 reflex sight shares most design aspects with the CORE X2 model, yet standing out from the baseline entry in the series by a set of features that ensure its place in a higher tier of technology and performance.

Built around a 7075-T6 chassis and IPX6-certified for water, impact, drop and element resistance, the AEMS PRO X2 reflex sight can be told apart, at a glance, by the presence of Holosun's patented Solar Failsafe power system: a top-mounted solar panel paired to an integrated 12 mAh super-capacitor allows the AEMS PRO X2 to keep running for up to 2,500 hours without a battery, or with a fully depleted one. The Holosun AEMS PRO X2 reflex sight also comes with flip-down transparent or honeycomb killflash type lens protectors, allowing its use with additional peace of mind even in the harshest conditions and environments.

The key feature of the Holosun AEMS PRO X2 reflex sight, however, is a reticle selection system allowing shooters to switch between a 2 MOA center dot, a 65 MOA center circle with hash marks, or a combination of both (circle with dot at the center). The AEMS PRO X2 offers eight visible illumination settings and four NVG-compatible options, for a total of twelve illumination settings for the center dot or reticle.

The Holosun AEMS PRO X2 reflex sight is sold at a MSRP of $470.58 for the red and gold dot versions and $505.87 for the green dot version; in Europe, the AEMS PRO X2 is sold at 519,90€ for the red or gold dot versions and 559,90€ for the green dot version.

For further information, visit the official Holosun website.