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Posted: 9/22/2003 5:21:24 AM EDT
I am looking for a handle scope mount for my AR. Are the ones Tapco is selling for $14 any good, or do I need to go with one from Bushmaster or DPMS. I want the best quality and one that matches the finish on my rifle. Thanks for the help.
Link Posted: 9/22/2003 5:40:33 AM EDT
[#1]
All of them will pretty much  match your AR, very little  if much differnce, you wouldnt notice.

TG [:)]
Link Posted: 9/22/2003 6:08:06 AM EDT
[#2]
I don't know about the Tapco but I am using an ARMS #2 carry handle mount and IMO it's the best one out there.
Link Posted: 9/22/2003 6:12:56 AM EDT
[#3]
The ones TAPCO sell work.  They are not the best - but they work after a fashion.

However mounting a scope that high is really not recommended - you can't get a descent cheek weld, and the trajectory for any decent zero will be poor.

If you really want to mount a scope to the carry handle take a look at the Colt scope (or Colt style scopes) as they mount lower to the handle.

If you've got the $$ the Trijicon Compact scopes are tops (but only go up to 3x) on the carry handle.

If you're looking for a high power scope for varmints or target shooting you might consider swapping out the A2 upper for a flattop upper so the scope could be mounted at a decent height.
Link Posted: 9/22/2003 8:30:21 AM EDT
[#4]
Thanks for all the help. I am planning on picking up a new upper when funds are more available. Still paying off the AK, 5 mags, and 2000 rounds of ammo I bought last month. But I had an extra scope and ring set laying on the workbench that was just asking to be mounted on something.

How much is the ARMS #2 mount? Is that the same one Bushmaster has in their catalogue? Any better place to buy than Bushmaster? I hate to pay so much in shipping charges.
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