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Posted: 2/15/2017 6:07:16 PM EDT
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comp m4 is a great optic, i've had both. if you can find a good deal on a used one jump. but i can buy pro's for around 280$ used so unless its a smoking deal i just dont see the value. pro will take just as much damage as a m4
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Posted: 2/15/2017 6:11:21 PM EDT
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Battery life, more common battery, tried-and-true tough as it's used by the Army.
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Posted: 2/15/2017 6:22:18 PM EDT
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It is the toughest optic Aimpoint makes. That's not enough of a reason for me and I doubt it is for you. Though the 1/3N battery of the PRO can be hard as balls to find locally.
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Posted: 2/15/2017 6:50:37 PM EDT
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I have both.
I would suggest getting the PRO for the cost savings. |
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Posted: 2/15/2017 7:12:14 PM EDT
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My last issued optic was a M4S. While great and all that already discussed it is huge and heavy. PRO is slightly lighter and much cheaper. I like the micro sights as they are smaller and lighter.
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Posted: 2/15/2017 7:31:59 PM EDT
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Get the PRO, you can buy a hundred batteries before you spend the $500 difference in price. I own both (I actually own a lot more Aimpoints than just those two models) and while I know in my heart that the M4 is a better RDS, I can't tell one bit of difference in actual use. All things considered I feel the Aimpoint PRO is the best buy on the market.
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Posted: 2/15/2017 8:25:28 PM EDT
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If you've wanted one for a long time then you should buy one. I wanted one and that's what I did, problem solved.
Cruise the EE, you can find some a lot cheaper than retail. I bought one used on here for about $600 with a bobro mount (and the stock mount). It looked brand new to me. I cant tell yet whether I like it better than the MRO, almost seems pretty similar given the MRO's large obj and small size. But I do like that it uses common batteries. I have plenty of AA NiMH and I like that I can keep a higher setting on for longer periods with the AA, its "8 year" setting is pretty bright already, but it can go even higher without taking a big hit. |
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Posted: 2/15/2017 9:24:24 PM EDT
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I have not owned a PRO but do own an ML2 and ML3 along with the M4 and like the M4 best of all. If you keep a constant eye on the EE there are deals to be had. I got a safe queen M4s for $400 shipped. I some-what regularly see the M4 for low $500 to upper $400, but you have to be quick.
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Posted: 2/15/2017 9:55:49 PM EDT
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what I have learned is , If I want something really bad and I compromise I end up with what I bought the first time plus the real item I desired . I have an aimpoint pro and have been nothing but satisfied . I have had no issues finding batteries although I check all the stores when we are out just to see where I can get a spare if I need it . But if I wanted the comp4 I would just bite the bullet and get it out of my system .
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Posted: 2/15/2017 9:59:49 PM EDT
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I have 2 M4s, wouldn't even consider buying the pro as second guessing myself is more costly then buying and crying once
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Posted: 2/15/2017 10:26:23 PM EDT
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Probably the best reason is if you want it as a hypothetical SHTF optic. AAs are everywhere. You so much as find a discarded TV remote you probably just got a bunch more battery life. Meanwhile I can't find 1/3Ns locally now.
A few years after a cessation of battery production, I bet you CompM4s and EOTech 5xx HWS are the only major optics still in common use without having your own stockpile due to the ubiquity of the battery type. 123s and 2032s are more common, but they're still not the AA. |
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Posted: 2/15/2017 10:26:40 PM EDT
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Even with the T2 being out now the M4s is still my favorite Aimpoint ..... You can find them in the EE for $450-$600 depending on condition/accessories included
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Posted: 2/16/2017 12:28:17 AM EDT
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Get the PRO, you can buy a hundred batteries before you spend the $500 difference in price. I own both (I actually own a lot more Aimpoints than just those two models) and while I know in my heart that the M4 is a better RDS, I can't tell one bit of difference in actual use. All things considered I feel the Aimpoint PRO is the best buy on the market. Best reason I can find is that you can get rechargeable AAs and a USB powered battery charger and recharge your batteries with a miniature solar panel. Try that with the funky batteries that the PRO uses. |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 1:06:06 AM EDT
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comp M4 if you are doing a clone build. Otherwise it is pointless. Yes the pro uses weird batteries but 20$ would buy 14 years worth of battery life all why saving weight. I don't think you can change the mounting system on the comp m4.
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Posted: 2/16/2017 1:22:38 AM EDT
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M4s for the win.
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Posted: 2/16/2017 1:56:10 AM EDT
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comp M4 if you are doing a clone build. Otherwise it is pointless. Yes the pro uses weird batteries but 20$ would buy 14 years worth of battery life all why saving weight. I don't think you can change the mounting system on the comp m4. |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 5:19:25 AM EDT
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I got an M4 in in the summer of 2008, put a regular Duracell alkaline battery in it and turned it on to setting 11 of 15...and left it on.
Often times when I went to the range, I had to turn it up because it was so bright out, but it was never turned below setting 11. I just had to replace it a few weeks ago, almost 9 years later...9 years. The common batteries coupled with the ridiculous run time, make it a no-brainer for me. Having said that, I just got a couple T1's, a 2 moa and a 4 moa, and I freakin' love those things. They're SO much lighter and compact than the M4. I've put the T1's on my "go to" guns, but I'll always have the M4 on a rifle. As someone mentioned earlier, if the S ever does HTF, AA's will be much easier to find than the CR2032's or the CR1/3N, DL1/3N. |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 5:35:15 AM EDT
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I have two compM4's.
I compare them to no other. You decide. 
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Posted: 2/16/2017 9:04:04 AM EDT
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This is relevant to my interests. I am sending back my EOTech 512 and need something to replace it with. I have an ML3 on my 10.5" SBR and by far it's my favorite optic. I have wondered about the durability of the Pro, but I imagine it's tougher than I think.
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Posted: 2/16/2017 10:54:11 AM EDT
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I got an M4 in in the summer of 2008, put a regular Duracell alkaline battery in it and turned it on to setting 11 of 15...and left it on. Often times when I went to the range, I had to turn it up because it was so bright out, but it was never turned below setting 11. I just had to replace it a few weeks ago, almost 9 years later...9 years. The common batteries coupled with the ridiculous run time, make it a no-brainer for me. Having said that, I just got a couple T1's, a 2 moa and a 4 moa, and I freakin' love those things. They're SO much lighter and compact than the M4. I've put the T1's on my "go to" guns, but I'll always have the M4 on a rifle. As someone mentioned earlier, if the S ever does HTF, AA's will be much easier to find than the CR2032's or the CR1/3N, DL1/3N. Excatly! With a lithium I bet another 1-3 years would be possible .... No other optic out there can get close to that .... More than doubling the battery life of a T1 with a lithium battery |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 11:39:23 AM EDT
[#21]
Does the Pro have the same updated switch as the M4Comp?
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Posted: 2/16/2017 1:24:33 PM EDT
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I got an M4 in in the summer of 2008, put a regular Duracell alkaline battery in it and turned it on to setting 11 of 15...and left it on. Often times when I went to the range, I had to turn it up because it was so bright out, but it was never turned below setting 11. I just had to replace it a few weeks ago, almost 9 years later...9 years. The common batteries coupled with the ridiculous run time, make it a no-brainer for me. Having said that, I just got a couple T1's, a 2 moa and a 4 moa, and I freakin' love those things. They're SO much lighter and compact than the M4. I've put the T1's on my "go to" guns, but I'll always have the M4 on a rifle. As someone mentioned earlier, if the S ever does HTF, AA's will be much easier to find than the CR2032's or the CR1/3N, DL1/3N. This ^^ I love my T1 and H1 Aimpoint.Very light and compact with 5 year battery life. Get yourself a T1 or H1 and be done with it. Look on the EE or GB for deals . Here is an H1 on GB for less than $550 http://www.gunbroker.com/item/622083826 |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 1:35:35 PM EDT
[#23]
Comp M4 is the best RDS available.
Got 2 of them, they will be the last sights I'd ever sell, even with the TA11C considered. Everyone always says to get a T1 or similar, I've got 2 of them as well. But I shoot better, quicker, with the M4 on everything but a pistol or the Krinkov. Consider your option carefully, it's your money. |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 2:14:30 PM EDT
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Probably the best reason is if you want it as a hypothetical SHTF optic. AAs are everywhere. You so much as find a discarded TV remote you probably just got a bunch more battery life. Meanwhile I can't find 1/3Ns locally now. A few years after a cessation of battery production, I bet you CompM4s and EOTech 5xx HWS are the only major optics still in common use without having your own stockpile due to the ubiquity of the battery type. 123s and 2032s are more common, but they're still not the AA. Nah, at the first sign of trouble people neck beard AAs. I can find 2032s on the shelf at any drug store and when things get ugly nobody hordes them. When batteries stop being produced I'll be smashing open useless car remote starters and Apple TV remotes and keeping my H2 and Accupower fed. |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 2:35:41 PM EDT
[#25]
Why not a T1 micro? I haven't used a full sized aimpoint in a decade. EOTech or Micro only.
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Posted: 2/16/2017 4:59:45 PM EDT
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Excatly! With a lithium I bet another 1-3 years would be possible .... No other optic out there can get close to that .... More than doubling the battery life of a T1 with a lithium battery I'll let you know in a decade or so, hopefully...I just replaced the Duracell alkaline with a Duracell lithium. |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 5:04:09 PM EDT
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This ^^ I love my T1 and H1 Aimpoint.Very light and compact with 5 year battery life. Get yourself a T1 or H1 and be done with it. Look on the EE or GB for deals . Here is an H1 on GB for less than $550 http://www.gunbroker.com/item/622083826 I got both of my T1's off of the EE. Both were used, in great shape, and both came with Larue LT751 mounts...I paid $550 for one and $495 for the other. Deals come around, you just have to check religiously and not hesitate when you see what you want. |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 6:36:05 PM EDT
[#28]
There is actually one in the EE for $450 it only has cosmetic issues from what I can tell. For that price it's worth the cost.
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Posted: 2/16/2017 7:32:02 PM EDT
[#29]
My last issued optic was a M4S. While great and all that already discussed it is huge and heavy Yep, big heavy pig..... I feel it on my pinned 14.5. But I also LIKE that it's so big. I'm normally an Eotech person but well....yeah.... |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 7:57:58 PM EDT
[#30]
My M4's (12.1oz) weigh about the same as my EOexps (11.1oz).
Aimpoint Pro (no battery) is 7.8oz |
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Posted: 2/16/2017 8:00:40 PM EDT
[#31]
Either buy the pro or the M4s. The M4s would be my choice the low battery makes the difference. The pro is a proven optic as much as the comp.
If the battery location doesn't matter to you the pro is perfect otherwise the M4s. My choice would be neither though I am in love with the LCO. |
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Posted: 2/17/2017 1:17:30 AM EDT
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The M4s and the T2 are the two best optics they make.
I have a lot of time behind both, I own a T2. But there is no doubt that the M4/M4s is the better of the two. I got a PRO when they first came out and it's still going. It's been in continuous use most of that time. |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 2:04:15 AM EDT
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The M4s and the T2 are the two best optics they make. I have a lot of time behind both, I own a T2. But there is no doubt that the M4/M4s is the better of the two. I got a PRO when they first came out and it's still going. It's been in continuous use most of that time. |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 5:50:19 AM EDT
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I am thinking about an M4S for one of my rifles...
I wish they still made the ML2/3 series, my favorite Aimpoints. I have read the PRO is the same, but I am stubborn and not agreeing. Unless someone can convience me. 77 |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 8:25:15 AM EDT
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Could you tell us a bit more about why you think the M4 is better? The M4 & M4S correct potential problems in the other M-series Aimpoints: Switch is indirectly coupled to the brightness control knob to prevent impacts to the knob from breaking the switch and rendering the optic DOA. Mount is integral so impacts to the optic can't rotate the optic as it might when using 30mm rings. Better protection for the W/E caps. There are reasons the PRO costs so much less than the M4/M4S, you can't get something for nothing. Plus, the M4 & M4S can use *any* AA-size battery regardless of voltage due to an internal voltage regulator. That's not to say the PRO isn't a good optic, but if I was to go back to a 30mm Aimpoint, it would be an M4 or M4S. Tomac |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 2:21:36 PM EDT
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The M4 & M4S correct potential problems in the other M-series Aimpoints: Switch is indirectly coupled to the brightness control knob to prevent impacts to the knob from breaking the switch and rendering the optic DOA. Mount is integral so impacts to the optic can't rotate the optic as it might when using 30mm rings. Better protection for the W/E caps. There are reasons the PRO costs so much less than the M4/M4S, you can't get something for nothing. Plus, the M4 & M4S can use *any* AA-size battery regardless of voltage due to an internal voltage regulator. That's not to say the PRO isn't a good optic, but if I was to go back to a 30mm Aimpoint, it would be an M4 or M4S. Tomac That's what I was lookin' for thanks... |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 2:23:58 PM EDT
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Why not a T1 micro? I haven't used a full sized aimpoint in a decade. EOTech or Micro only. T-1 is pretty sweet. |
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Posted: 2/20/2017 7:35:52 PM EDT
[#38]
I love my Comp M4s! Incredibly durable, and has never offset in zero to date. The choice is really yours. You won't be upset either way, just out a few bucks.
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Posted: 2/20/2017 7:57:54 PM EDT
[#39]
The M4's are far more rugged than a PRO
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Posted: 2/20/2017 11:25:21 PM EDT
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The M4s and the T2 are the two best optics they make. I have a lot of time behind both, I own a T2. But there is no doubt that the M4/M4s is the better of the two. I got a PRO when they first came out and it's still going. It's been in continuous use most of that time. No doubt? What can you think of doing that will break your T2 that is 1/3 the weight of an M4s? I love the micro optics and have five. There is currently a T2/LT660 on the EE for $600 |
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Posted: 2/21/2017 6:58:57 AM EDT
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Posted: 2/21/2017 11:01:23 AM EDT
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No doubt? What can you think of doing that will break your T2 that is 1/3 the weight of an M4s? I love the micro optics and have five. There is currently a T2/LT660 on the EE for $600 The people at Aimpoint told me that. |
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Posted: 2/21/2017 11:50:18 AM EDT
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Carried a CompM4 but I have a PRO on my personal rifle and it is great and I got it at a decent price. Both are great sights.
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Posted: 2/21/2017 5:58:53 PM EDT
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The people at Aimpoint told me that. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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No doubt? What can you think of doing that will break your T2 that is 1/3 the weight of an M4s? I love the micro optics and have five. There is currently a T2/LT660 on the EE for $600 The people at Aimpoint told me that. They do consider the comp4 series the most robust, butI've seen micros blown up and still work. Robustness box is checked on both. It's really a weight, cost, and size decision. |
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