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Posted: 7/26/2009 9:17:33 PM EDT
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I have a coworker that has an M1A. We were shooting recently and he just loved shooting the CompM4 on my AR. He wants one now for his M1A. I'm not a big M1A guy so could I get some recommendations on mounting a red dot sight on his M1A? Just wanna be able to steer him in the right direction.
I'm thinking of recommending the CompML3 for him but he might think that's a little too high. |
| I used to use an M-68 on my M-14 back in OIF 4-7. I had the option of using the KAC Rail System, but found that it complicated disassembly for routine maintenance. I did try using the ARMS #18 mount, but found that it also complicated disassembly, so ended up using the issue SEI scope mount and a BHI Cheek Piece to get the proper eye alignment. Scope sat a little high, but was still a practical set up in the MOUT environment |
ARMS #18 Mount with a Aimpoint Micro. This is the lowest possible receiver mount /red dot combo, you don't need a cheek rest with this set up. You can use the Aimpoint factory mount that it comes with to attach it to the ARMS mount, or get a LaRue quick detach low mount for the Aimpioint which i have on my rifle.
The Burris Fastfire (and other similar micro red dots) would sit lower, but I wouldn't use one on a tactical rifle...they are just not built for the potential abuse like a tactical rifle class. I have one though and they are great for target shooting: 
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Heres my CompML3.. in an Arms mount
Sits a bit high, but a normal cheek pad works. http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn320/merllin231/New%20Builds/P1040096_1024x768.jpg |
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