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Posted: 3/5/2024 6:12:16 PM EDT
[Last Edit: sticman77]
I know this has probably been done but updates always happen, and didn’t want to bogart the qd vs non qd thread.
But as far as durable lpvo mounts that could take a beating (qd and non qd) I’ve been looking at: Scalar works (new hinge model?) ADM Larue Giessele Unity Reptilia Nightforce Warne EDIT (additions from replies): Spuhr Badger Leopold Vortex (ADM/Warne made) GG&G Midwest industries Anything I should add or remove, or models from the brands above that people experience semi regular failures on? |
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Badger COMM is pretty much the best mount I've ever used.
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Spuhr is missing, and by association the Griffin mount.
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Take bobro off the list. Too easy to break the stupid threaded shafts off in the nuts. I have one that has been repaired and two sitting in a drawer with broken threads. Pulled the rest and switched to all Warne and Badger. The Warnes at least have steal helicoil inserts instead of threading into the aluminum mount with a steal screw.
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Badger for sure. I ran GG&G FLT for a number of years too.
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Thanks for the replies, somehow forgot about badger and spuhr.
I forgot about gg&g completely haven’t heard them for a few years. Still considered gtg by others? |
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I’m a fan of the Reptlia mount. It holds firm to the rail
without using the big lug nuts. |
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UTG, FTW
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Originally Posted By sticman77: I know this has probably been done but updates always happen, and didn’t want to bogart the qd vs non qd thread. But as far as durable lpvo mounts that could take a beating (qd and non qd) I’ve been looking at: Scalar works (08 specifically, all models for other brands) ADM Larue Giessele Bobro Unity Reptilia Nightforce Warne EDIT (additions from replies): Spuhr Badger Anything I should add or remove, or models from the brands above that people experience semi regular failures on? View Quote Leupold makes a good one and SOME Vortex use ADM or Warne as the OEM. |
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Out on a limb here and many dislike their product but been happy with this mount. I don't kick in doors or dive in trenches like some folks here, yet for the price with a military discount it is pretty good.
https://www.swampfoxoptics.com/Freedom-mount |
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I like Larue's QD mounts, but not at the new price point. I also have an ADM that hasn't given me any issues. I'd buy another.
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Originally Posted By Stowe: I like Larue's QD mounts, but not at the new price point. I also have an ADM that hasn't given me any issues. I'd buy another. View Quote This right here. I’m done with Larue. The utility for QD LPVO mounts seem to be at an all time low. All Badger and Reptilia for me now. |
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You think you're winning this game? You don't even know the God-damned rules. But don't worry, I'm gonna teach 'em to ya..
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I'd add the Leupold Mark AR mount
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I used Warne Cantilver mounts....beat the hell out of them and have never had an issue
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I use Larue QD mounts and they are solid. I can take them in and off between rifles and they still hold zero.
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Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get!
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I used to be all in on Larue. FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS!!
I'll let you all decide... FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS! Attached File ________________________________________________________ FANTASTIC MOUNT! $253 (e&e <$175) Attached File |
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You cant beat Warne’s basic cantilever mount for the money.
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Nightforce Ultramounts have titanium screws and crossbolts.
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Primary Arms GLx and PLx mounts are great. The GLx is a warne rebrand I'm pretty sure it looks identical to the old nikon black mounts.
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Reptilia, SPUHR, Aadland, Badger, Nightforce
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Originally Posted By TheKurnal: I used to be all in on Larue. FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS!! I'll let you all decide... FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS! https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/420365/Larue_jpg-3150589.JPG ________________________________________________________ FANTASTIC MOUNT! $253 (e&e <$175) https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/420365/ADM_jpg-3150595.JPG View Quote How else is he going to stay in business after poor decisions like the C-Note, Cagulowa, and Accarizer. I seriously wonder what’s running through his mind. I prefer ADM (and QD). Have used Warne and Larue in the past with no complaints, but I like how the ADM has a captured adjustment nut that doesn’t require special tools. |
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https://instagram.com/_odiegreen_?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
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Midwest Industry has good ones also.
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The way Scalarworks uses that hinge pin on the rings in shear is stupid. When they first came out I thought, That’s dumb… it’s going to break. Then they started breaking.
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Point shooting will give you monkeypox. - John_Wayne777
The Emu War could have been won if the Australians used red dots on their handguns. |
Primary Arms has some nice PLx mounts in both 30mm and 34mm sizes. 1.5" and 2.04"
Quality is similar to Badger, Geissele or Reptillica at a lower price point. Primary Arms 30mm PLx Cantilever Mounts |
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Yup we need more options in the 1.7" variety.
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If you like a lower fixed mount, a Leupold Mark AR mount isn't going anywhere.
Have used several, zero complaints. Not too heavy and not too pricey... 30mm mount is 1.4" tall 34mm mount is 1.5" tall Attached File |
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I've never gone out of my way to break them but I was happy with a fixed Warne and QD GG&G.
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Leupold makes some really light scopes and oddly don’t make a light mount.
I got the extended mount and it’s a beast. Link |
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Enough Leopold, and GG&G to add to the top list. Also the Warne and ADM Vortex
Thanks for adding heights in the thread too will save some people some time! Not comfortable throwing UTG or Swmapfox in there yet ..a little nervous about the scalarworks but haven’t heard of the new hinge models breaking? |
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Originally Posted By TheKurnal: I used to be all in on Larue. FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS!! I'll let you all decide... FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS! https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/420365/Larue_jpg-3150589.JPG ________________________________________________________ FANTASTIC MOUNT! $253 (e&e <$175) https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/420365/ADM_jpg-3150595.JPG View Quote Attached File Haven't bought anything LaRue since he started taking crazy pills. |
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Originally Posted By TheKurnal: It is a solid mount. Just the darn levers are on the wrong side. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By TheKurnal: Originally Posted By Joedirt199: Midwest Industry has good ones also. It is a solid mount. Just the darn levers are on the wrong side. Yeah I wish they were reversible like some other mounts. And a single lever mount would be nice. Too many double levers just add weight. |
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Does anyone offer a 1.7” center height, QD mount in the $250 range? I can’t seem to find one. I may just go 1.93, but I don’t really want to go that tall.
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Originally Posted By Eleazer: Does anyone offer a 1.7” center height, QD mount in the $250 range? I can’t seem to find one. I may just go 1.93, but I don’t really want to go that tall. View Quote Yes you do. Life is easier when you can present a rifle without rolling your head forward. We use Midwest Industries 1.93 mounts at work, they are fantastic. |
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Originally Posted By s4s4u: UTG, FTW View Quote In All honesty, I've actually had good luck running UTG mounts - of all things. It's not like aluminum metalurgy amd machining aluminum is all that exotic any more And they use decent screws (watch the screws, cheap Amazon brands use shit screws that stretch) |
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Originally Posted By lazyengineer: In All honesty, I've actually had good luck running UTG mounts - of all things. It's not like aluminum metalurgy amd machining aluminum is all that exotic any more And they use decent screws (watch the screws, cheap Amazon brands use shit screws that stretch) View Quote Can confirm. Don't have any at the moment but hard to complain, especially for the money. New UTG / UTG Pro is not the same as old UTG. |
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Originally Posted By lazyengineer: In All honesty, I've actually had good luck running UTG mounts - of all things. It's not like aluminum metalurgy amd machining aluminum is all that exotic any more And they use decent screws (watch the screws, cheap Amazon brands use shit screws that stretch) View Quote Warne mount is $100. Why go with anything else for a budget option. I have had nothing but positive experiences with Warne products. UTG has significantly improved over the last several years. Went from garbage to serviceable products that are a good value |
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I would recommend skipping Scalarworks (esp. the hinge model).
With regards to QD mount durability, I think LaRue is arguable victor. ADM makes a great QD mount too, but I have broken the latching mechanism on one. |
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Originally Posted By deadmau5er: https://i.imgur.com/s0wAgj6.jpeg Love my Nightforce Ultra Mount but to be fair, I can only gauge the durability of the build quality and materials used as well as the finish. Very well designed and high quality mount. I don't think I'm planning on beating it it up any time soon. View Quote I'm in a similar situation. I have quite a collection of "higher end" mounts, but the only mount I've seriously abused is a mid-range mount: LaRue LT104 SPR 1.5. Actually, I've abused quite a lot of LaRue's mounts without any issues. One of my ADM mounts broke with little use. My singular Scalarworks experience was abysmal. I wouldn't even consider that brand again. |
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Originally Posted By GaryT1776: I'm in a similar situation. I have quite a collection of "higher end" mounts, but the only mount I've seriously abused is a mid-range mount: LaRue LT104 SPR 1.5. Actually, I've abused quite a lot of LaRue's mounts without any issues. One of my ADM mounts broke with little use. My singular Scalarworks experience was abysmal. I wouldn't even consider that brand again. View Quote All my LaRue mounts have been excellent over the years but never tried an LPVO one. I would think they'd be great too. |
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Originally Posted By CouchCommando22: Warne mount is $100. Why go with anything else for a budget option. I have had nothing but positive experiences with Warne products. UTG has significantly improved over the last several years. Went from garbage to serviceable products that are a good value View Quote UTG costs half as much, and they are not airsoft garbage anymore. |
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Originally Posted By lazyengineer: In All honesty, I've actually had good luck running UTG mounts - of all things. It's not like aluminum metalurgy amd machining aluminum is all that exotic any more And they use decent screws (watch the screws, cheap Amazon brands use shit screws that stretch) View Quote I wasn't kidding when I posted that, UTG is about all I use for standard scope mounts and even T-2 and RDS mounts. Hopefully they come out with some taller scope mount options. |
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Badger seems unparalleled
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