Posted: 1/13/2008 10:05:29 AM EDT
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Sir, I was wondering if the outside diameter of the D-300 unit in front is the same as the PVS-14 family and the MUM family (all appearances indicate those are the same diameter). I am wondering if the D-300 can be fitted with some of the same mounts intended for the PVS-14 that use the "clamp" style of attachment on the outside of the unit (as opposed to the screw-style attachment). Thank you, CD |
The lens O.D. of the 300 is different unfortunately than the PVS. The only two mounts that work with the D-300 is the PRI-M69 and/or the PVS-14 Mil-Spec Mount. Hope this helps. Vic |
The special MUM Gen 2SHP I have here on the ARFCOM is REALLY an AWESOME platform to say the least. Much added resolution clarity over the D-300. www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=7&f=23&t=489217 Vic |
That's my quandary, quite frankly. That setup looks like a perfect "Everything you need and nothing you don't" for an awesome price. My budget is in the $3k range, and I really really want to setup TWO rigs (wife's and my own). So I am torn. For ~$2300, the MUM SHP package you have seems to be the ticket, but it's tough to justify considering what my application(s) are, and considering my $$$ availability. Going to have to sit and think on this one, I suppose. |
NOT that the "Minister of Finance" is less important, but a good solution may be to get the D-300 for her and the MUM SHP for you? 
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Good points and your welcome. Vic |
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So, after much deliberation, anxiety, and general "WTH should I do?" I think I am going to go with the MUM for right now. The big detractor for me was the non-standard mounting method, and that limits me greatly to the availability of mounts out there (was eying the PRI model). But the strengths it seems to have over the D-300 have appeared to outweigh that downside greatly. After talking with the "Supreme Allied Commander" h A few questions though, if you would indulge me. HowEven though you're correct, the mount has a SMALL amount of not sitting in the rail incredibly tight, it does the job. As we know we really do not have to worry about a NVD maintaining zero BEHIND an reticle optic. I am planning on mounting it in tandem with an EOTech 557.AR223, which has the 7mm raised base. Are you aware of any issues with the new MUM-Mount mounting too low on the rail to be useful in this combination? Is there a workaround if there are problems? (small rail-risers maybe?) The stock mount MAY sit a bit low...I have not tried the mount with the 557 as yet. I do know the newer MUM mount does sit up a 1/2" higher. I'm also going to have to throw down $$$ for illume tools and markers. The "Guardian Beacon" looks the heat, is that included free with purchase of a MUM-G2-SHP? Or is that only if I buy one of the Gen3 units? I'll get you out one regardless. h Thanks for all the assistance on this one; You've really helped me out, and that doesn't go unappreciated. hank CD |