Posted on 10/14/2013 9:59:02 AM PDT by Lazamataz
Of course, I do not own an AR-15, but I may consider one in the future -- provided they are legal, naturally!
But I like to prepare for future purchases. The rifle I am considering has no carrying-handle and no iron sights. I'd like freeper input on what sort of scope I should consider: Reflex / Holo with or without Fixed Power, a Fixed Power illuminated, or a variable power? Brands, prices, suggestions, all are welcome. The rifle would be for close to medium range target shooting (0-300 yards), especially 'action shooting' competitions. Price must be under or at 500. Would also be okay with something that worked 0-600 yds.
Make sure to get a Mil-Dot reticle.Sight-in once and follow the dots.
Aimpoint or EOtech.
Go to the store and handle them till you are comfortable with which one you want.
Too many responses to answer them all. THANK YOU EVERYONE and keep recommending.... right down to model number. Freepers ROCK!
Leatherwood CMR 1 to 4 power, lighted reticle. Good quality glass, on 1X it’s great for close-in work and 4X is good for 300 yds or so. About 300 bucks depending on where you buy it
Laz - I too have owned and shot an AR-15 Optical Ready Carbine, but of course sold mine to a private party 10 months ago.
That rifle had an EOTECH HOLOGRAPHIC sight on it that was AMAZING. If the red dot was on the target, that is what you hit. Target acquisition and sight picture were great.
No magnification, so keep your use case in mind. But it was exactly what I wanted.
You might prefer the 4X scopes out there. All depends on your intent.
here ya go - the EOTECH
Shop around for price.
Also, you don't want or need a 'Night Vision'-compatible EOTech model even if you own night vision.
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I’m suddenly limited, financially, to around 400. I’m looking at this one: What do you think?
http://www.opticsplanet.com/aimpoint-pro-patrol-rifle-optic-red-dot-riflescope-30mm.html
I used to be an iron sights only guy until my eyes got old. Can’t see the front sight with glasses off, can’t see target with glasses on.
With red dot, old eyes can see both, I haven’t tried holographic yet, sounds futuristic.
Hey man, everyone here is posting a lot of good optics. Unfortunately, that is ALL that is being posted. Remember, a good optic for someone else doesn’t necessarily mean a good optic for you.
The first thing you did was name your price, which is the obvious first step when looking at optics. However, you need to keep breaking down what you want.
First of all, you listed “0 to 300 yards” as your range. There is a HUGE difference between “up close and personal” and 300 yards. If you are wanting to reach out to 300, I would suggest anything with a 3 or 4X zoom. If you are doing close range work (competition or home defense), magnification will slow your target acquisition. So that should be the next question for you: what is your PRIORITY? If it’s up close, I’d look into a non-magnification red dot or EOTech style scope (name brand might be too pricey, but you can find a good knockoff for around 500 bucks). If your priority is 300 yards, you should probably look into something similar to an ACOG or something else with magnification.
Next question becomes lighting. If you plan on shooting a lot in the middle of the day with holographic optics, you may want to invest in a green reticle. Green shows up better than red in bright light. Many optics allow you to switch between green and red, but will cost a little more. If you’re shooting from cover or inside, this may not be as important. Obviously not an issue for ACOGs and hunting rifle-type optics, as they don’t use a holographic dot.
Also important is battery life and cost. Our unit got some totally rad EOTechs several years ago. However, they used harder to find N-type batteries which they absolutely devoured. On the flip side, I bought a Belorussian surplus PKA red dot for my Romanian AK-47. After a little tinkering, I was able to feed it D357 watch batteries that cost about $1 apiece. I still haven’t changed the batteries after 80+ hours of having the thing on. So, if you plan on shooting a lot, batteries can become expensive. Furthermore, in a SHTF scenario, a holographic optic without batteries is worthless. Again, obviously not an issue for ACOGs and crosshaired rifle scopes.
If I were you, I’d think about each of these questions. Your answers will drive what the best purchase is for you.
If you aren’t looking for magnification that would be an excellent choice.
Should the United States survive the next 2 weeks to 1 year, that is.
If you are looking for a scope for ARs, I have no idea. But for bolt, I can’t see how you could do better than a Nikon Pro Staff for the money. Under $200 and pretty darn clean even in low light.
I’ll tell you guys what made my lever 30/30 a great fast target aquire and accurate shooting gun. A Williams Front Fire Sight with the Marlin’s stock buckhorn rear sight. That Wms Front Fire sight is awsome and cheap too.
I have also tried an Aimpoint (4 MOA) red dot sight, which differs significantly in its sight picture and accessible viewing angle from the EOTech (65 MOA ring and 1 MOA dot). Which one you might prefer probably depends on your own eyes. Honestly: right now, I'm using the old ghost ring irons, which I find to be simple, accurate, and of course, cheap - like me. ;-)
The nice thing with Holographic is you can watch a movie in the sight while you wait for your deer to come into view.
Hopefully in full Obi Won help me 3d. Cool sign me up.
For an AR I was going to suggest Ed Verdugo’s GRSC 1-4x scope but he has sold out of them. He’s partnered with Norden Performance to build a 1-6X version using his reticle but it is nearly 3 times the price of the original 1-4x’s. However, I believe it is all American made whereas the 1-4x’s were manufactured in Japan.
I have one of the 1-4x’s and that reticle is fantastic. Easiest sight in of any scope I have used.
The item I’m looking at has a 30000 hour rating on a battery. I figure, buy 3 batteries, expect 10000 hours each, and I got 5 years.
Ok, according to your needs and under $500.00, I would suggest a Bushnell 3x9 50mm objective lens (great for better light gathering) in their 3200 Elite series with firefly recticle (one charges the lense with a small flashlight (included) for a minute and the recticle will glow for up to three hours... no batteries and excellent in low light conditions). It will cost you about 250.00 plus mount and rings. It is a great piece of glass and with their rain coating on the lenses, it will never fog nor will rain obscure your vision. It is nitrogen filled. It will handle the recoil of a 50 BMG. There are many other scopes that have better glass and features but you will spend a bunch more for it.
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