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Posted: 9/27/2006 9:44:11 AM EDT
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I'm looking into getting a good optic/scope for a 16 inch carbine I plan on purchasing soon. I rather not have a red dot, battery operated optic. I'm looking for a more traditional (Designated marksman) type scope, for more precision shooting. At least a 3X power to, put would prefer it to be asjustable. I would also like it to be compatable with a back up sight. BTW, I really dont want to spend more than 700-800 bucks. thanks |
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Leupold. ETA: This isn't just red, it's a link! Plenty available for 800 and down. |
Ok there are no Scopes that allow you to use the BUIS through the scope, except for the 1x dot scopes (Aimpoint/EOTech types). That being said the Compact ACOG TA50 mounted on a carry handle fits the bill perfectly. It's 3x, it has an illuminated reticule (day and night) that doesn't use batteries, and the carry handle mount will allow you to use the iron sights through the mount. The Compact ACOG mounts low enough on the handle that you don't have a need for that raised cheek piece. My 2nd choice would be the TA01 series. It's a bit larger, you lose the illuminated reticule during the day. The tade off is CQB capability/speed for longer range performace (the TA01 has a bullet drop compensating reticule). |
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+1 For Leupold. A 3.5-9x scope will still give you fairly fast target acquisition on the lowest setting. That would be well suited for a precision 16” carbine. To cut down on cost, you should consider what options are most important to you. Personally, I’d rather use target turrets and a laser rangefinder instead of mildots. Also, I’d rather have a fixed parallax, or side focus instead of an Objective focus. Mainly because an Objective focus is more of a pain to adjust. But to it’s merit, and Objective focus can give you a good idea of your range. One option I rarely use is the illuminated reticule. Most of the time I shoot, it’s plenty bright enough to see the reticule. And when it isn’t bright enough, then the illumination (even on the lowest setting) tends to obscure the target. I observed this when I was shooting at dusk and at night during a new moon. This might be different if the moon is out, but it convinced me that I (personally) don’t need illuminated reticules on my long range target scopes. Possibly you should consider the Mark 4 3-9x36mm MR/T M1 Like this one I bet if you surf the EE, you could get a similar model for much less. |
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