Congrats Rick. The only chance Ive had to shoot mine was on a clowdy day and didnt have any troubles with the pins being too bright. I do agree with you that they are bright, alot brighter than what I expected with as little fiber as they have. I imagin a little mole skinover the pin guard would tame them down a bit. I use mine primarily for 3-D also, I just switch it on my hunting rig. Not furtunate enough to have a 3-D specific rig yet. Good luck and hope you enjoy your new toys.