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koshkin
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Posted: November/09/2008 at 14:00 |
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What is the lowest possible mounting height for an ACOG?
I see that for compact ACOGs there are a couple of different mount versions: carry handle mount and some sort of a "special ring adaptor" http://www.swfa.com/pc-4371-226-trijicon-2x20-acog-compact-rifle-scope.aspx that requires buying this ring: http://www.swfa.com/pc-3844-398-trijicon-compact-acog-mount.aspx Is this special ring adaptor the lowest possible ACOG mounting method? How high would the scope centerline be over the Picatinny base then? This for a non-AR rifle with a Picatinny base, but with some drop in the stock, so I want to be able to mount the scope as low as possible. Thanks. ILya |
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Urimaginaryfrnd
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I think this is your part but I dont see any specs. Edited by Urimaginaryfrnd - December/03/2008 at 01:52 |
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koshkin
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That is for a "carry handle"ACOG. There is a version of the compact ACOG with a different mounting system that looks to be lower (see the links in my original post).
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Edited by Urimaginaryfrnd - November/09/2008 at 14:29 |
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Special Ring Flattop Adapter - Low (.900 in) Edited by Urimaginaryfrnd - November/09/2008 at 14:31 |
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koshkin
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Thanks. I found that, but since I do not have the ACOG, I am not sure how far above the ring is the scope centerline.
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Jon A
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The lowest mount I have seen is the JP which puts the CL of the ACOG about 1.43" above the top of the rail. The Larue LT100 is about 1/10" higher, putting it 1.53". Those are just eyeballed measurements but should give you an idea.
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Oops, I didn't catch that you were asking specifically about compact ACOGs. Nevermind.
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koshkin
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I just ordered the Compact ACOG from the sample list with a Trijicon weaver mount. I'll measure its height when it gets here .
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Yak
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For some reason Compact ACOGs have been the latest target of my OCD; what one did you order?
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koshkin
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3x24 with amber crosshair reticle
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Yak
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Outstanding. Please keep us posted regarding your use and opinion of this optic. The compacts--IMO--are too often overlooked as a way of providing magnification to a "tactical" weapon.
Also, the 3x24 ACOGs ER is claimed to be rather low with a small "sweet spot" for proper viewing. What is your observation on this?
Thank you for your time and consideration, sir. I enjoy reading your posts and I find them very informative and usefull in helping me come to a better understanding of rifle based optics.
Yak
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koshkin
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The scope should be here on Friday. I expect to go to the range on Saturday, so I will play with it and see how it goes.
Eye relief is pretty low on all ACOGs, since this is going onto a 223, that should not be a problem. As for the sweetspot, we'll see how it goes. If I do not like, I will try the 2x20 model next. ILya |
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Yak
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Right now the TA47-2 (2X20) is at the top of my list as far as ACOGs go. I was and still am a fan of the TA33 (3X30) but the more time I spent with the 47 the more I thought that it was a better optic FOR ME. Good luck with your project and I would be interested in reading more about same. Yak
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Urimaginaryfrnd
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I think you will like it if the eye relief doesnt create a problem for you.
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Eye relief is fine. I went out and shot with it (but very briefly
since I had to cut the day at the range short). It s a very nice
little scope. Eye position is pretty flexible and I can comfortably
use it with both eyes open if need be.
ILya |
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Yak
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Outstanding, Koshkin. I'd love to read more about your "adventures" with the compact ACOG. BTW--Urimaginaryfrnd got me into a little trouble with the wife unit here at home with his stong support of the compact ACOG line...I bought a TA47-2!
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