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Posted: 8/10/2013 6:46:15 AM EDT
| First let me start by saying I have researched this but just wanted some direct feedback on the matter. My buddy owns a Colt Sporter Lightweight with a fixed carry handle that he would like to get an ACOG for. I know lots of guys will say to switch the upper to a flat top but thats not going to be an option. Anyway I am looking for some advice/opinions on what a good quality 4x32 ACOG would be for his set up. Any opinions on which model, mount, reticle, etc would be very much appreciated. Thanks for any feedback. |
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If he is stuck on a 4x32, the TA31 or TA31D will mount to a handle right out of the box, both are BAC models. I prefer the Donut of death reticle (TA31), the D model is the Triangle.
Personally, I've tried a handle mounted 4x32 ACOG and it kind of sucks. I would suggest one of the TA33 models for handle mounting; much better eye relief. He might need to purchase a separate mounting screw to install one on the handle though. But otherwise, almost all ACOG models can be handle mounted. |
I have the TA31RCO M4CP and love it, but it is on my MT6700 flat top. Personally I don't like using a optic on top of a carry handle, but that is me. I prefer my optics as close to the barrel as possible. As for reticle, color and model of optic these are all personal choices, so what works for me might be totally wrong for him. He needs to try and many as he can even if it is just looking through it in the store. When I did my research a few years back the TA31 was the most popular ACOG, but that may be different now. But as I said he needs to find out what works best for him, no short cuts if you want to buy once and cry once. 
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| All right so I shared the advice you fine knowledgeable people gave and what else I had read. My friend however decided he liked the TA31TRD model style the best with the red dot that was on EE here. Anyway as I am still very unfamiliar with ACOGs as I've only ever had eotechs on my rifles I am still somewhat confused. I don't believe that the mount that comes with it will work on his carry handle or will it? If not what mount should I be looking to get him, and any suggestions on where for a fair price? Thanks again for any help/advice |
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