Suggest A Good Ar-15 Scope

[Vapor]

Okay gents...

I have a 20" upper which is beautifully light weight with a nice fluted barrel and all that jazz. Shoots like a dream with irons, but I always feel an optic unlocks all the true potential. This optic will go in a Larue qd mount.


So, that being said I am at a loss.

I have an 18 "upper with a fixed 12x swfa.
A carbine upper with a great 2-7 Japanese weaver.
A carbine with an aimpoint pro


I'm looking for something general purpose. Probably in the 1-4, 2-7, or 2-10 range.

I'd like to keep it the $2-400 range.

Now, before you suggest a primary arms acss, I had one. I did not care for it. Retcile is busy, there is fish eye, etc. Turned me off from the wonder 1-something. Nothing against PA, i love the company, and even that product works well for a lot of people.

Another thing, I'm leery of Leupolds. I have 3, vx3i, vx freedom, and a vx 2. All but the vx2 have the "Leupold shuffle " where it seems hard to dial them in correctly. If they didn't, a 1.5-5.5 vx3i or a 1.5-4 Leupold would be tops on my list. Anyone have any thoughts on this?


Anyway, this isnt meant to be a bash thread. I'm looking for ideas i have not thought of.

 

[Robin]

I recently bought a Leupold and IMO the crosshairs are too fat! Seeing how Nikon has abandon the rifle scope business, My most recent purchase was a Vortex, not sure of the model off the top of my head, but it has nice fine crosshairs, clear, crisp, bright down range image and the price was very reasonable. thats where I would be looking. Soooooooo many choices these days, but its a fun process! good luck!!!
Robin

 

[BDinPutnam]

I have a Burris 1-4 that I like very much but is a bit heavy.

I got a twofer deal for that and a Burris red dot plus the PEPR mount, which was within your price range.

 

[SomeSoldier]

So I am guessing first focal plane? Check for Vortex, they might be a little more than $400 but their scopes are awesome and their warranty is amazing.

 

[togmaster]

At your price, another vote for vortex.

 

[Jaywmustang]

A lot of deals on Nikon

 

[1075tech]

If you're not stuck on FFP, vortex strike eagle 1-6. Can often be found for under $250.

If you're looking for a little more, magnification, viper hs 2.5-10 is another nice one.

 

[GOPerfect]

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And a free carbine case

 

[GOPerfect]

 

[holdover]

Rex is a former sniper served in Iraq , runs a sniper school in Texas. He comes off as a little bit of a joker, but I found his reviews very interesting and sometimes funny. He knows his shit when it comes to long range shooting. Primary arms developed the ACC reticle that is in use with the US military 's Trijicon optics . P.A.'s is not as high end , but has good reviews. The Reticle has/is a bullet drop compensator set up for the 556 at various ranges . with a built in range finder (ball park not exact) should make hits on a man size target out 5-600 yards without adjustments . probably not the kind of scope to shoot sub MOA but set up more for fighting .

The trijcion is the better scope at 3 times the price. with the same reticle.

BEST AR/DMR Scope for Under $300 - Primary Arms 1-6x ACSS ~ Rex Reviews

 

[Vapor]

I'm going to check out off your videos and sugegstions. I really will. I'm also happy to not talk about something virus related.


this one doesn't have a fancy reticle, but i known it will be quality.

Weaver Re-designed Grand Slam Rifle Scope - 2-8x36mm Dual-X Reticle - Matte

The Weaver Re-Designed Grand Slam Rifle Scope takes the old Grand Slam series to new extremes with improved features and a sleek new design. With an impressive array of features and options to choose from, the redesigned Grand Slam series is sure to meet the needs of even the pickiest of...

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Another I found:

Burris Fullfield E1 Rifle Scope - 2-7x35mm 45-13' 3.1-4.1" Matte

The Fullfield E1 Rifle Scope features the Ballistic Plex E1 reticle which provides cascading windage and elevation to allow for shots out to 500 yards. Plus, it’s resistant to a lifetime of field use, heavy recoil and harsh vibration and protected by the Burris Forever Warranty...

www.natchezss.com

A consideration as well:

SWFA 2.5-10x32 SS Ultralight Riflescope

SWFA 2.5-10x32 SS Ultralight Riflescope Details SKU: SSUL2510X32BDC Finish: Matte Reticle: MSR 556 BDC Tube Diameter (in): 1 Elevation Knob: Low Profile Capped (1/4 MOA) Windage Knob: Low Profile Capped (1/4 MOA) Parallax Setting: Fixed Focal Plane: Second

www.swfa.com

Keep 'em coming guys

 

[Vapor]

So I am guessing first focal plane. Check for Vortex, they might be a little more than $400 but their scopes are awesome and their warranty is amazing.

I get 25% vortex at work. I'll see what models they have.

I don't expect to be twisting dials. Focal plane isn't really high on my list to be honest. I do have some turret twisters that are ffp.

 

[holdover]

The advantage with PA is it can be used as a close quarter weapon on low power, and extend out to max range without have to fudge with turrents or holdovers. Its based on a combat sight , as opposed to a precision sight .

 

[Calculon]

Is this a bench gun? 3 Gun rig? What is primary purpose/usage? Caliber? I'm guessing it's 5.56/.223. How far out do you expect to use it for?

 

[Vapor]

Is this a bench gun? 3 Gun rig? What is primary purpose/usage? Caliber? I'm guessing it's 5.56/.223. How far out do you expect to use it for?

5.56. General use. 25-300 yards is enough. Possibly 50-200 zero.

 

[Calculon]

Sounds like a low power variable magnification optic. Vortex has a lifetime warranty. While I haven't used one yet I've heard good things about Atibal scopes - they also offer a lifetime warranty. Here's a 1-8 sfp starting at $340. I may pick one up next time I'm in the market.

Atibal XP8 Mirage 1-8x24mm LPVO Rifle Scope w/ Rapid View Lever, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane AT-XP8, Color: Black, Tube Diameter: 30 mm, 15% Off w/ Free Shipping

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www.opticsplanet.com

 

[1075tech]

 

[Calculon]

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That's a great price.

 

[1075tech]

They sell new and refurbished Vortex. The refurbs have the same warranty. Often at 60% or less than MSRP.

I've gotten some great deals there. The refurb stock varies often so you have to check regularly.

 

[stuckhere]

I bought the athlon Midas tac 1-6x for an 18” .223 upper. Seems to be a great optic and the reticle is nice for close up, to a few hundred yards, IMO. It’s supposed to be set up for 68-69gr bullets, which thankfully shoot superb out of it.

 

[Saltwater60]

If you get a deal on vortex at work get the strike Eagle 1-8. It’s a fantastic scope. It’s on my list.

 

[1075tech]

If you get a deal on vortex at work get the strike Eagle 1-8. It’s a fantastic scope. It’s on my list.

No personal experience with the 1-8, but I have heard on other forums that the magnification past 6x is a little fuzzy. I have the 1-6 and it's an awesome scope.

You may even want to consider a red/green dot and 3x magnifier.

 

[Curmudgeon]

I don't think you can beat this deal. Picked one up myself. $800 (retail) variable power Leupold for $360 with free mount and free shipping.

Awesome deal on Leupold VX-R Patrol Scope | Notes From The Bunker

www.commanderzero.com

 

[GOPerfect]

If you get a deal on vortex at work get the strike Eagle 1-8. It’s a fantastic scope. It’s on my list.

I was thinking about a new EO-tech for my build, but after careful consideration I have decided on a scope. The Strike Eagle 8 is, as of right now, the one I am going with. I get a huge discount on Vortex.

Strike Eagle 1-8x24

AR-BDC2 (MOA) Reticle | 30 mm Tube

vortexoptics.com

 

[GOPerfect]

I don't think you can beat this deal. Picked one up myself. $800 (retail) variable power Leupold for $360 with free mount and free shipping.

Awesome deal on Leupold VX-R Patrol Scope | Notes From The Bunker

www.commanderzero.com

That is a great deal!!!

 

[Curmudgeon]

I was thinking about a new EO-tech for my build, but after careful consideration I have decided on a scope. The Strike Eagle 8 is, as of right now, the one I am going with. I get a huge discount on Vortex.

Strike Eagle 1-8x24

AR-BDC2 (MOA) Reticle | 30 mm Tube

vortexoptics.com

How much? Asking for a friend of yours. Tall, bald guy with a Mosin fetish.

 

[Curmudgeon]

That is a great deal!!!

It's an older model. And it's 1.25 claim is more likely 1.5, but it's a second focal plane Leupold that's built well and has great glass. Good enough for my uses.

 

[Curmudgeon]

I was thinking about a new EO-tech for my build, but after careful consideration I have decided on a scope. The Strike Eagle 8 is, as of right now, the one I am going with. I get a huge discount on Vortex.

Strike Eagle 1-8x24

AR-BDC2 (MOA) Reticle | 30 mm Tube

vortexoptics.com

Second focal plane, true 1x (if that's accurate) with a 1-8 power at the rack rate is a great price.

 

[GOPerfect]

Strike Eagle 1-6x24

AR-BDC Reticle | 30mm Tube

vortexoptics.com

The more videos I watch, the more inclined I am to only get the 6X.

 

[Vapor]

The strike eagles, atibal, and pa optics all share the same Chinese oem. I think for a lot of people they work great, but for my eyes on the 1x settings they all get this fish bowl look for me. Plus my PA scope had a constantly loose eye piece. It would just flop around.


I had thought about the vxr or the xv freedom 1.5x4x with the pig plex.

Leupold VX-Freedom Rifle Scope | MidwayUSA

With the VX-Freedom you get best-in-class optics and unbeatable accuracy. It’s also everything you expect from a Leupold: designed, machined, and assembled in their Oregon factory.

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