Aunt Jen Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Not the best scope, but a half way descent CHEAP scope for an AR-15 that has adjustments for elevation and windsge??? I'm gonna rule out anything from either the Flintstones or Star Trek.
BLACKFOOT SASS #11947 Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 I have been happy with Nikon scopes, no problems. Blackfoot
Chili Ron Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Howdy,, Check out redfield the 2-7 with crossbow recticle. Got one for my latest 1022. Shop for a deal. You wouldn't believe who told me about this little jewel. Best CR
Bad Hand Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Does yours have the carry handle on top, or is it a "flat top"?
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Just remember - you get what you pay for. GG ~
Aunt Jen Posted March 10, 2015 Author Posted March 10, 2015 Howdy,, Check out redfield the 2-7 with crossbow recticle. Got one for my latest 1022. Shop for a deal. You wouldn't believe who told me about this little jewel. Best CR Pray tell? Who?
Aunt Jen Posted March 10, 2015 Author Posted March 10, 2015 Does yours have the carry handle on top, or is it a "flat top"? Mine is a Ruger, has the notches to add things, flat top with flip-up sights. No scope. I was thinking of adding one.
Aunt Jen Posted March 10, 2015 Author Posted March 10, 2015 And here http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&docId=1000994391 I see a variety on Amazon. I'll also go to the local gun shop and look, hold 'em, see what they say, compare prices.
Marlin Buckhorn,SASS 51727 Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Aunt Jen As important as the scope is the rings are just as important. I prefer rings that are part of the scope mount. This should insure that the rings are perfectly aligned with each other. Very important when fitting your scope to the rings. Talk to your LGS guy when you are there for more information. Have fun but don't rush your decision. Marlin(who is thinking about and looking for the same thing)Buckhorn
Backslidin' Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Cheap is a relative term. You can pay a $100 or thousands. A couple of less expensive good scopes to look at for AR type rifles are the Leupold VX-R and for a red dot the Aimpoint PRO (Patrol Rifle Optic). You can get these for around $500 give or take depending on the deal you can find. The Leupold needs mounting rings (bought separately). The Aimpoint will mount directly to your top rail. I have both and I'm very happy with them.
Howlin Mad Murdock SASS #4037 Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Go here for best value and fantastic customer service: http://www.primaryarms.com/
Chantry Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 I have a Bushnell AR Optics that's good for the money: http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Zone-223-Reticle-Riflescope-Parallax/dp/B00NPXYAZ0 3-12x with a Bullet drop compensator for 55 & 62 grain bullets, under $200 Of course it's mounted on my Tikka T-3 and not my AR, but will probably move to the AR when I get a really good scope for the Tikka
Loophole LaRue, SASS #51438 Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 I went with this on the advice of folks here: http://www.opticsplanet.com/leupold-vari-x-i-3-9x40mm-rifle-scope-with-matte-black-finish-and-duplex-reticle.html Quite pleased with it. And it's on sale for $199! LL
Aunt Jen Posted March 11, 2015 Author Posted March 11, 2015 Tks all And I'm inclined to get one that will magnify some, not just a red dot... Because sometimes I'd like to targer longer. QUESTION: What mechanisms do you use to raise or lower the scope? So it matches where your gaze goes.
Muleshoe Bill SASS #67022 Posted March 11, 2015 Posted March 11, 2015 Tks all And I'm inclined to get one that will magnify some, not just a red dot... Because sometimes I'd like to targer longer. QUESTION: What mechanisms do you use to raise or lower the scope? So it matches where your gaze goes. Not sure I understand your Q.. I am going to assume you mean where the plain of your eye sits over the receiver. If that is what you mean, you get low, medium of high scope mounts. Those change the height of the scope over the receiver. If that is not what you are asking.....
Big Sage, SASS #49891 Life Posted March 11, 2015 Posted March 11, 2015 Just remember - you get what you pay for. GG ~ Amen to that!!
Rex M Rugers #6621 Posted March 11, 2015 Posted March 11, 2015 ARs take a much higher scope mount than say a bolt action or lever action. The AR specific one-piece mounts are a good way to go. And , it just so happens I have a couple of Leupold MK-AR scopes in my safe that I have taken off rifles that I upgraded the scopes. They are both 1.5 X 4 variables , 1 inch tube scopes. Maybe not what you are looking for , but good scopes , and not expensive. Good luck whatever you decide , Rex
Boon Doggle Posted March 11, 2015 Posted March 11, 2015 Nikon M-223, or for a little less money, Nikon P-223 scopes in the power of your choice are both good choices IMHO. Nikon makes a mount designed for either/or scope. Also a Burris AR-PEPR mount with a quick release is very good. All are available on Amazon, however I would suggest a trip to your LGS for some hands on testing. And, as has already been said, "You get what you pay for". Better to spend a little more the first time than to have to buy it all over again.
Bugs Bonney SASS # 10171 Posted March 11, 2015 Posted March 11, 2015 Guess Cheap to me means something different that it does to others. I bought a 3X9 Pentax scope through Sportsmans Guide for $70. That is about half the retail and was so pleased with it I bought a second one. But then I have never been able to afford a scope that costs as much as the rifle.
Lost Trail Posted March 11, 2015 Posted March 11, 2015 My long range AR (20" gov't profile barrel) has a Nikon P223, 3-9x40. Darn good scope for $149 on sale with mounts. Have a couple of Pentax Gameseeker 4-12x40 on bolt action rifles that are outstanding for about $80 each. Picked up a Leupold Vari-X II 3-9x40on eBay about 12 years ago for $150. Outstanding.
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