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    Posted: November/11/2012 at 19:25
Been enjoying the web site and the write ups from folks for some time, so figured i would jump in.

two primary platforms for me:

Bushmaster ACR
Springfield M1a loaded.

I shoot one round through each (bullet weight/style) as a staple.
What I do, learn that round, what it does, what it cant do, understand limitations and strengths.
Handload.

Have BUIS for each mounted.
ACR has full rails
M1a I have the 101st ABN version of the Sadlak mount.

Here is (drum roll) question.

Start off with one optic.
Zero and set it (example) for the M1a
when I want to, move it to the ACR, noting the differences for dope between the two - write em down, tag it to each rifle IOT to back and forth with each.

Initial thought is a 600 meter capable (Im 52 and no my eyes AINT as good as they were at 18) so Red dot is out for a primary.

I do like the Zeiss Conquest, Pride Fowlers RR etc -
When I work a cartridge I will work it at all ranges and wind drifts so I KNOW what it will do.

What I am initially trying to avoid is getting a low price point optic X 2
get a solid one at the 5-800 ish that will allow short to med on both weapons, then after a bit, concentrate on a second quality optic for the 2nd weapon

I am also looking at mounting a Burris Fast Fire on a 45 degree rail stub on each weapon for snap shooting out to 100 - again on a 45 degree stubby mount and not as a primary optic.

Thinking 9x might be max necessary, would like something "close" to 1x for both eye open work to 100-150

yes im nuts, wife tells me that all the time (confirmed by having 4 kids, two Irish setters and I still race dirt bikes)  Loco

Me being a bit more wack than most here aside what would you point me at looking at for this "first" optic

I am NOT a brand snob - but I dont want quality glass and warranty, but would rather have the warranty peace of mind and never use it.

Thanx folks and great forum.

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"I am NOT a brand snob - but I dont want quality glass and warranty, but would rather have the warranty peace of mind and never use it."

no I cant type...

I DO WANT quality glass....
Sorry

warned you...im old...

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already have the Blackhawk cheek riser for the M1a

you good folks are probably correct...

focus on a 1-300 meter optic for the ACR

then....worry about the M1a

I hate it when facts get involved.....

sigh...

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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote powderburn Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: November/12/2012 at 18:05
I have just never had much luck making the changes from rifle to rifle so if it were me I would much prefer two scopes. Have you looked t=at some of the Sightron big sky models on sale. It seems a lot of folks on here seem to like them and for the $$ you mention you could afford two.
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Well switching between two was a dream...

dreams are still free right?
Big Grin

Going to focus on the ACR first - get it dialed in set and ready, then move onto the M1a

From everyone's reviews here, the Hi-Lux CMR 1-4 has caught my eye for my Bushmaster ACR, and the combo deal that SWAFA has right now on their sturdy rings + Scope.

that is unless someone tells me for oh....$350 or so say to 450 that CMR can get hands down beat....

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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote lightwind Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: November/23/2012 at 16:50
I have had good luck moving from rifle to rifle using the Aadland mounts.   They have a 45 degree for my red-dot also.   I have moved my Swarovski 3-18 with a Sig red-dot at 45 degrees from my SCAR to my AR without a problem.   It is solid on both rails and I just have to note my dials for each one.  The mount is built like a truck.  SWFA carries them and I have had no problems with repeatability.  I'm waiting paitiently for the SS 1-6 to come in and I am swapping between rifles in the mean time.
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