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Posted: 5/3/2014 2:02:56 PM EDT
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I have a question I just got my first AR a S&W M&P 15 Sport, and I am wanting to get a cheap starter scope for it and I am looking at the UTG Bug Buster http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005UGIMNQ/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
My question is will i need a riser or different rings so that it can clear the front A2 sights? I have looked at various videos and reviews and can not seem to find a solid answer on the subject. Also i read that some say to let it co-witness while others said it would not. Anyone have any suggestions? |
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I have one on a 22 magnum rifle and it is functional . I would suggest there are some better options if you are on a budget , places to look would be nikon p series or redfield . If you do decide to go ahead with the bug buster then I would suggest some of these rings click here
you cannot cowitness iron sights with a 3x9 scope. you wont see the front sight with the scope on the rifle. |
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Welcome to the site.
To be honest, I think you could do a lot better than the UTG if you are willing to spend a little more. There are some decent scopes in the $150-$300 range made by some well respected companies. Take a look at Vortex, Nikon, SWFA, Burris, Bushnell, Primary Arms. Those companies make some pretty nice scopes in that price range and stand behind them if something isn't right. Below that price range the quality really seems to drop off. Scopes under $100 tend to have serious build and reliability issues. UTG is not very well regarded for their quality. As far as your other questions. Only non magnified optics can co-witness with iron sights so that doesn't apply here. As far as seeing the front sight post, typically at low magnification (1x-4x) the front sight may appear as a blurry spot in the bottom of the field of view but it is easily ignored. At higher magnification (4x and up) it typically disappears completely. The front sight shouldn't be a concern for mounting height, just pretend it isn't there. It would be a mistake trying to mount a scope higher because then you would lose the ability to get a good cheek weld on your stock. If you narrow down to a few scope choices search around for reviews on this and other forums. A lot of experienced members post detailed reviews that can be very helpful in determining what to expect in a scope. Hope that helps. |
| If you buy an optic in that price range id consider ittemporary until you can afford a decent optic. Cheap optics do not hold up for long, but most will get the job done for a while. A good rule of thumb is spend at least half of what you paid for your rifle on optics. Buy once cry once |
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