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Posted: 3/2/2006 8:24:37 PM EDT
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I think it would be fine for almost any user, save the uber-tactical dude of almost mystical tacticalness.
Here's a good deal on one. Link |
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Posted: 3/2/2006 8:58:03 PM EDT
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I found an Aimpoint quick detach mount w/spacer on ebay last year for $60. It was used, (and still is) I suspect it was military at some point as it has a scratched out number, but it works and holds zero. If you can stomach dealing with ebay check them out.
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Posted: 3/3/2006 6:19:24 AM EDT
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The $20 ring from Aimpoint will set too low on your flat-top, and I would not recomend the QRP with space from Aimpoint either, the large knob tends to snagg on everything.
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Posted: 3/3/2006 7:06:34 AM EDT
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i use the rail-grabber with the spacer. its a good mount and for $60 i cant get too excitied about spending $100+ on a larue or arms etc. the only gripe i would have is that the knob protrudes pretty far from the mount but that makes it easy to remove in a hurry. and it always returns to zero.
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Posted: 3/3/2006 7:14:00 AM EDT
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You spent at least $800 on a rifle. Another $400 for an optic. And you're complaining about a $116 mount that is arguably the BEST IN THE WORLD? If you're going to cheap out at LEAST buy a QRP. It's the one that is issued, you can usually find them in the EE for around $50. Not the quality of the LaRue, but at least they mount the optic at the right height and have a respectable return to zero. |
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Posted: 3/3/2006 8:36:37 AM EDT
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Thanks for the input. I didnpt like the look of the Aimpoint QD mount with that long knob sticking out. As for spending big money - well, if I must, but my view is if I can get an acceptable system for $30, then why pay $115. Seems like the Aimpoint is too low anyway.
$115 for a simple one ring mount does hurt though - kind of like paying $50 for a burger and fries - but, if I must...... P.S. I wonder if Leupold or Burris have a high 30mm ring that would work ? |
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Posted: 3/3/2006 9:51:41 AM EDT
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There is NO "acceptable" Aimpoint mount that will co-witness and repeat zero for $30. You get what you pay for in mounts. There is a lot more going on with the LT Aimpoint mount than just a "simple ring." You have a heat treated lever, Torx screw, adjustable lever, lever locking system, spare battery compartment, highest fit and finish of any mount, etc, etc. C4 www.GRTactical.com 
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Posted: 3/3/2006 12:10:34 PM EDT
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i have the larue mount, and its solid. but i don't see a battery storage area. the mount says cco on the side, is this the same 1?
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Posted: 3/3/2006 12:26:25 PM EDT
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I have a QRP on my A1 I like it!
But if it was a Flat top I would get a cantilever of some type proven |
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Posted: 3/3/2006 2:10:30 PM EDT
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If you have one of the new ones, it is on the bottom. C4 |
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Posted: 3/3/2006 4:00:37 PM EDT
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I used an Aimpoint QRP mount for years. It is a fine mount for the money. That being said, if you can afford the couple of extra bucks the LaRue beats it hands down.
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Posted: 3/4/2006 9:39:37 AM EDT
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Using a QRP myself, but only because it came with the optic. Seems to have a decent return-to-zero, but I'm not fond of the knob sticking out. The LaRue looks very nice. A friend has an ARMS, looks nice but I think he got a lemon - no RTZ and it wiggles.
Check the EE; you can find decent mounts available from time to time, and this isn't the place to cheap out on your rifle. Bad mount = imprecise scope mounting = imprecise shot placement. |
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Posted: 3/4/2006 9:49:36 AM EDT
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I tried using the mount that came with my aimpoint. It is slightly tapered on the end, so when tightened down to the hump of my RASII shifts the red dot to the right. Hoping to pick up a Larue shortly.
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Posted: 3/4/2006 12:45:41 PM EDT
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I think I'll just bite the bullet and run with a LaRue from grant, may as well get tit right first time (I've had bad experiences with regular mounts, so I know there are pitfalls.
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Posted: 3/4/2006 1:24:07 PM EDT
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Do it right the first time and you won't have to regret anything later. C4 |
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Posted: 3/4/2006 2:24:22 PM EDT
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Buy Nice or Buy Twice!
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Posted: 3/4/2006 3:33:01 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/5/2006 1:25:10 PM EDT
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Grant's site was sold out, so I ordered a Larue direct from the company. If I like this one I may buy more.
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Posted: 3/5/2006 5:45:02 PM EDT
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Go with the Larue well worth the money
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Posted: 3/5/2006 6:40:22 PM EDT
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Just as a heads up, if I am out of a LT product, that means they are out as well. C4 |
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Posted: 3/5/2006 7:54:56 PM EDT
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oops, looks like I wait anyway
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Posted: 3/9/2006 7:50:52 PM EDT
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Well, my new LaRue mount arrived today. It may have cost a lot, but it is a great product. Well designed, and well manufactured. LaRue were great to deal with too.
I have it mounted already I wonder how strong these things are - anyone dropped their rifle and have it land Aimpoint down ? |
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Posted: 3/9/2006 9:58:36 PM EDT
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What mount is used on the Mk18s?
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Posted: 3/9/2006 10:02:18 PM EDT
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