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GrumpyOlCol
Optics GrassHopper Joined: November/11/2012 Status: Offline Points: 8 |
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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) 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. GoC |
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GrumpyOlCol
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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.... warned you...im old... GoC |
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GrumpyOlCol
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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... GoC |
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powderburn
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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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GrumpyOlCol
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Well switching between two was a dream...
dreams are still free right? 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.... GoC |
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lightwind
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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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