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Posted: 1/10/2016 11:09:53 AM EDT
| I just bought a vortex strike eagle for my 3gun rifle.I have not shot 3 gun, for about 8 years, and when I did, I only used open iron sights.I plan to shoot 3 gun again, at the local level only.So Here is my question, Why does everyone use the 1 piece ring/mount for their scopes, instead of just rings? I would have a hard time spending more on a mount , like the bobro, or larue then the scope cost.Why not just use a set of high, or medium rings? |
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I believe most people use the one piece mounts because they allow the optic to be mounted to account for needed eye relief. The extended mounts allow you to mount the scope further without bridging the upper receiver and the rail. Not all optics need the eye relief that requires an extended mount also, so there's that.Regular two piece mounts would be fine in that instance
The Larues and Bobros are more expensive because they are outstanding Quick Detach mounts. There is more involved in making a mount that will quickly detach and then go back to zero. If you don't need the QD function, then there are plenty of one piece mounts out there for far less money. Aero Precision Burris P.E.P.R - in QD and Direct Attach versions Nikon M-223 Mount Primary Arms Vortex Mounts Probably a few more options out there, and also check Amazon and other places for street prices. |
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I believe most people use the one piece mounts because they allow the optic to be mounted to account for needed eye relief. The extended mounts allow you to mount the scope further without bridging the upper receiver and the rail. Not all optics need the eye relief that requires an extended mount also, so there's that.Regular two piece mounts would be fine in that instance The Larues and Bobros are more expensive because they are outstanding Quick Detach mounts. There is more involved in making a mount that will quickly detach and then go back to zero. If you don't need the QD function, then there are plenty of one piece mounts out there for far less money. Aero Precision Burris P.E.P.R - in QD and Direct Attach versions Nikon M-223 Mount Primary Arms Vortex Mounts Probably a few more options out there, and also check Amazon and other places for street prices. Wow, thanks for the reply.My wife has the per mount on her rifle, while it is tough, it is very heavy, and a little overkill, for a non combat weapon.I will look into the others. The vortex looks decent , and it is much cheaper then the rest. |
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I just bought a vortex strike eagle for my 3gun rifle.I have not shot 3 gun, for about 8 years, and when I did, I only used open iron sights.I plan to shoot 3 gun again, at the local level only.So Here is my question, Why does everyone use the 1 piece ring/mount for their scopes, instead of just rings? I would have a hard time spending more on a mount , like the bobro, or larue then the scope cost.Why not just use a set of high, or medium rings? Where would you put the front ring? Your scope turrets will be too far forward for a ring to attach to your upper. There aren't enough rail slots on the short AR 15 upper. Get a one piece cantilever mount. It solves the problem, gives you proper eyerelief and raises the scope to the right height to work with your stock. |
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