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markhait
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I'm pretty sure now that I'm going to buy the Comp ML3.
I'm a bit confused as to which mount though. At first I was going to get a A.R.M.S. 22M68, but I've read a few reviews thats it sits too high on a SOCOM. From what I've read, you should get a low mount. Does this make sense? I was thinking of getting the Burris Xtreme Tac low ring. What I'm wondering is, will the front sight be visible through the scope and if it will be, does it cause a big distraction?
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cheaptrick
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That battery will run for almost 6 years of continuous use, while on the 7 setting.
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Rancid Coolaid
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In an Aimpoint. In an EoTech, it'll last maybe 100, and in a Surefire light (not LED), you get one hour. Newton was right, it's relative. And yes, you want a low mount on the SOCOM. I mounted an Aimpoint with the standard LaRue and it was way too high. The lower, the better! And get QD, in case of emergency, it's nie to be able to use the irons. |
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markhait
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Hey Rancid Coolaid....could you recommend a low mount.
Both fixed and QD. Don't think I have enough money for a QD now, but want one in the future. Thanks!
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Urimaginaryfrnd
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NO !!! it's a much smaller battery. It is the same battery used in the Leupold Mk 4 Illuminated scopes. They are dam hard to find in Des Moines but they do last fairly well.
CR1/3N 3 volt lithium
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Urimaginaryfrnd
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LaRue Tactical Comp M2 RAS II Mount QD LT-152 seems a tad high to me also which leaves me thinking Badger Ordnance low or medium Max 50 if they will fit or low or medium Warne fixed 30mm. Edited by Urimaginaryfrnd - September/27/2009 at 19:15 |
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Urimaginaryfrnd
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mike650
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Great stuff, Wes coming through as usual!!
I've had a couple of different Aimpoints throughout the years (mark III & CompM2) and have never been disappointed. It's a great choice as the newer ones are even better still. |
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Urimaginaryfrnd
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I ran across someone telling a way to get the aimpoint to co-witness on a SOCOM or Scout but it involved removing the original forward rail and installing a different mount there but I cant seem to find it I think it was on snipers hide but their search function is so so. If it was me I'd go Comp M4s with the spacer removed even if I had to wait a month.
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If memory servers me.... a rep at Aimpoint suggested the same thing when I called about mounting a CompM2 to a Springfield Scout. I don't remember the particulars to accurately post right now but if I have time I'll call 'em early this week and update this thread. Tomorrow morning ends a two week vacation for me. |
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Can't find a battery in Des Moines, Iowa?!?!? NO...REALLY???
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Urimaginaryfrnd
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Well it's not like you can walk into most stores and find them I have found some but it takes some effort and a bit of luck. We are perfectly happy being 10 yrs behind the times.
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Rancid Coolaid
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Your best bet on a non-QD is a 30mm ring, like Ufriend suggested.
The best bet on a QD would probably be an LT-152, but I can't say for sure. Chris would have more insite into what mounts he carries that sit lower. Just be sure what you get is not designed for an AR, it will be way too high on a SOCOM. So long as the mount is QD, I never felt the need to co-witness. It would be nice, but it would be a pain to prep the gun to do it - just get the QD and be done. |
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I am new to the socom 16. is there any scope anyone can recommend that provides magnification...ideally variable for hunting 100-150 yds? thanks
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What are you hunting?
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geevee55
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boars in central florida
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SVT_Tactical
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low light? Price range you want to stay in?
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no night time hunting. most likely late afternoon. my price range is 250-750. thanks!
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