I wanted to get an ACOG TA01 but they are hard to find so I was thinking of getting the Leupold Mark 4 MR/T 3-9x36 M3 with an illuminated mil-dot reticle. What's you alls opinion?

I would go with a IOR 2.5-10x42.  I know I know your thinking..... IOR what is this communist trying to pull.  I searched for 6 months for a good battle scope, and this baby takes the cake.

The IOR wins becuase it has 1/2 min clicks which is right in the sweet spot between 1/4 and 1 min and in less than a turn you are out to 600m.  The price is aprox $700.00 which is cheeper than both, and is build like a tank.  I just got mine and took it to the range and have been nothning but impressed with it.

I would say more about its greatness but my girlfriend is pulling me out the door.  If you want more info send me a IM.

Matt Carper

IOR is by far the best way to go, as far as its quality its leaves leupold in the dust. If you like the variable power the 2.5-10x42 is the way to go, however their NEW piece the IOR 3x25 QR-TS (Quick Response Tactical Sight) which is their answer to the ACOG. An illuminated CQB reticle and precise CLEAR optics make this piece a PREMIER TACTICAL SIGHT!

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We, USAOPTICS,  are the Master Distributor for the East coast and have both pieces. You can view them on our website WWW.USAOPTICS.NET The 2.5-10x42 will go for $700 illuminated and a little less for the non illuminated mondel with a free MP8 Pocket chart. The 3x24 will go for $570 with free shipping. Either way its BETTER optics for LESS money.
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Quoted: The IOR wins becuase it has 1/2 min clicks which is right in the sweet spot between 1/4 and 1 min and in less than a turn you are out to 600m.

Huh?  The IOR wins because it has 1/2 min clicks?  So does the MR/T M3 so where's the advantage?

Quoted: Quoted: The IOR wins becuase it has 1/2 min clicks which is right in the sweet spot between 1/4 and 1 min and in less than a turn you are out to 600m. Huh?  The IOR wins because it has 1/2 min clicks?  So does the MR/T M3 so where's the advantage?

It is to my understanding that the M3 knobs are 1 min clicks for elevation and 1/2 min for windage, the IOR is 1/2 min for both elevation and windage...could some one back me up on this?

I think that 1 minute for elevation is personaly to coarse, but to each there own.

Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: The IOR wins becuase it has 1/2 min clicks which is right in the sweet spot between 1/4 and 1 min and in less than a turn you are out to 600m. Huh?  The IOR wins because it has 1/2 min clicks?  So does the MR/T M3 so where's the advantage? It is to my understanding that the M3 knobs are 1 min clicks for elevation and 1/2 min for windage, the IOR is 1/2 min for both elevation and windage...could some one back me up on this? I think that 1 minute for elevation is personaly to coarse, but to each there own.

I just looked it up in the 2004 Leupold catalog and you are correct sir, my bad  I'll shut up now

Leupold's website says that the MR/T is calibrated for 55gr.
Right now I am leaning toward the Leupold. Does anyone know which ARMS quik release rings I would use for this scope?

Hey Mike does the IOR glass have a greenish tint to it?

Quoted: Leupold's website says that the MR/T is calibrated for 55gr. Right now I am leaning toward the Leupold. Does anyone know which ARMS quik release rings I would use for this scope?

ARMS#22.  You can get them in different heights, depending on your configuration and application.

Quoted: Hey Mike does the IOR glass have a greenish tint to it?

No it does not...I hear people talk trash about IOR glass being "like pond water" but on mine it is crystel clear...I think better than a leupold.  I think people are just in a RED SCARE over IOR.

Quoted: Leupold's website says that the MR/T is calibrated for 55gr. Right now I am leaning toward the Leupold. Does anyone know which ARMS quik release rings I would use for this scope?

I would not go with a scope that is cammed for a spesific bullet gr. and velocity...this can limit you on what ammo you shoot.  IMHO.

As for rings why go with QD for a Scope...I mean lots of people do...but why not just mount it rock solid with some badger, GG&G or IOR rings.

Matt Carper

Quoted: Leupold's website says that the MR/T is calibrated for 55gr. Right now I am leaning toward the Leupold. Does anyone know which ARMS quik release rings I would use for this scope?

LaRue?

The Leupold in the LaRue SPR mount would be the ticket.

Leave the Romanian optics on your Romanian SAR-! AK.

Quoted: The Leupold in the LaRue SPR mount would be the ticket. Leave the Romanian optics on your Romanian SAR-! AK.

Now thats to far...

Hey if you want a modified hunting scope go with the leupold...if you want a tactical scope that is build like a tactical scope go with a IOR.

Matt Carper