How far from the eye can this sight be mounted? Is it suitable for use on a pistol? Or on a "scout" rifle (mounted well forward on the rifle)?
188439
It would be possible to mount this sight on a large revolver for hunting purposes, but would be far too large and impractical for a semi-automatic pistol. This sight has unlimited eye relief, which means that it functions properly regardless of the distance from your eyes. I say eyes because red dot sights such as this are meant to used with both eyes open. It would be well suited on the far forward mount of a scout rifle, and this sight is ideal to be mounted on the flat top of a semi-automatic rifle or on a shotgun with a receiver rail mount. Keep in mind that this sight does not have any magnification; it was designed for rapid target engagement in close quarters combat or short range hunting. It would be possible to mount this sight on a large revolver for hunting purposes, but would be far too large and impractical for a semi-automatic pistol. This sight has unlimited eye relief, which means that it functions properly regardless of the distance from your eyes. I say eyes because red dot sights such as this are meant to used with both eyes open. It would be well suited on the far forward mount of a scout rifle, and this sight is ideal to be mounted on the flat top of a semi-automatic rifle or on a shotgun with a receiver rail mount. Keep in mind that this sight does not have any... » Read More It would be possible to mount this sight on a large revolver for hunting purposes, but would be far too large and impractical for a semi-automatic pistol. This sight has unlimited eye relief, which means that it functions properly regardless of the distance from your eyes. I say eyes because red dot sights such as this are meant to used with both eyes open. It would be well suited on the far forward mount of a scout rifle, and this sight is ideal to be mounted on the flat top of a semi-automatic rifle or on a shotgun with a receiver rail mount. Keep in mind that this sight does not have any magnification; it was designed for rapid target engagement in close quarters combat or short range hunting. « Show Less
188440
It would be possible to mount this sight on a large revolver for hunting purposes, but would be far too large and impractical for a semi-automatic pistol. This sight has unlimited eye relief, which means that it functions properly regardless of the distance from your eyes. I say eyes because red dot sights such as this are meant to used with both eyes open. It would be well suited on the far forward mount of a scout rifle, and this sight is ideal to be mounted on the flat top of a semi-automatic rifle or on a shotgun with a receiver rail mount. Keep in mind that this sight does not have any magnification; it was designed for rapid target engagement in close quarters combat or short range hunting.
188441
This sight can be mounted in a scout configuration and yes it can be mounted on a pistol, though it is 4.7in long.
188442
unlimited eye relief. I have it mounted on a scout mount on a carbine and it works very well. extremely satisfied with that setup and my Aimpoint in general.
188443
No magnification means unlimited eye relief. Has large aperture also, so large field of view.You can mount as far forward as you want.
188444
It could work for either but with what you want to use it for I would suggest something more compact. Something in the style of Trijicon RMR.
1760842
What are you mounting this to. I mounted it on a Mosin Nagant. I knocked out the two pins holding the rear sight and knocked the rear sight off the gun. the rear sight is mounted on a 3/8 inch rail which is the same size as the mount. I then tightened the screws and then put the scope in place
1545303
I think with the right mount, a scope can be attached. I've purchased a red dot sight on Amazon ($15?) that I find amazing. I think it uses a "dovetail" mount. It and a scope restrict access to the chamber where you'd insert a pellet to a small degree, but since I use BBs mostly, I don't find it a problem. If you are doing most of your shooting at targets under fifty or sixty feet, I'd highly recommend the red dot instead of a scope.
457445
Mounted this on a tactical shotgun and it may be about a foot from my eye. I don't have any problems picking up the dot. Actually I think it is easier to use further away than closer.
2062536
I sighted mine in from 30 yards using the stock sights and not the scope, and I do know that this gun is not a toy. If I want to shoot something over 50 yards, I will be using a different gun.
492743
I would say the eye relief is ideal at 10-18 inches and it makes this scope a good choice for forward mounting on a rifle like an SKS or M1A. Scope is rather large for a pistol, it's almost the same size as a standard rifle scope.
1231348
I first used a daisy scope I had on hand, but I could not get it moved far enough forward to be comfortable to use. I now have a daisy red dot sight that works much better. Since it is winter and I can not get to the range, I do not know how it shoots yet.
295074
I do not think this is made for a pistol, nor would I mount it on a pistol because of its length. This is better used on a rifle. The laser is tough to see outdoors in daylight. However, It is outstanding at night or indoors.
1131042
i mounted it on a rhino mount connected to a ph helmet and it sat too far forward. even with the mounts rail set all the way rearward. because of this, you will never get a good sight picture and i am now considering buying the rifle mount and just mounting this monocular right behind an aimpoint pro. i am hesitant because im not sure it will co-witness.
1994320
It is pretty big, I personally wouldn't put it on a compact pistol. it would go great on say a Sig P220, or a full size Glock. I side mounted the one I purchased on a custom built .22 rifle. the sight is not good at all for daytime shooting, the green becomes invisible in bright sunlight, but I purchased the sight for low light/night time shooting when a scope is useless and it's great for what I needed it for
49551
I find the viewing area fine, you have several feet field of view at 50 yds. Plus you can see everything immediately outside the window since your eye is not cupped to the sight as it would be with a scope. I have mine mounted on a pistol, and it does take some practice in "finding" the red dot (the gun needs to be held/pointed fairly close on target to see the red dot in the window). It would be easier on a rifle. All in all, I really like the sight.
191827
If your using a scout mount on the Nagant you can't use this one, you will need a extended eye relief scope. If you are mounting scope above the bolt this will work. It's about 4" on the eye relief. Scope works great, mine is mounted on an AR10, so far about 300 rounds and still puts up groups at 600 yards, has not lost zero at all!!
407593
I don't know of any sight that will co-witness through this mount. It just sits too high on the weapon. Instead, I put a DMP5 red dot sight on my MP5 22. It self mounts to the gun, is reostaticly controlled and co-witnesses perfectly. Price is reasonable also. Hope this helps.
1201967
Dan not sure what you are asking. Mine is mounted on an AR. Have no issues with it. Great alternative to an expensive EOTECH.
1941771
They are correct. remove rear sight, mount this mount on the dovetail. it even comes with the wrenches. And last make sure the scope you buy is a "long eye relief scope" which means you can see through the scope with your eye aprox 13" away. most pistol scopes are this way. so you don't have to put your face up to the lens of the scope. kind regards
428307
It's a pretty long scope to mount on a pistol probably as long as the pistol itself .to me it wouldn't make sense to mount a scope like that on a pistol and I am a pretty avid shooter of all types but that's just me.
131403
If you are wanting to mount this in a location other than where you would mount a traditional scope (forward of the action) this is not the scope for you. You need to look for a EER or extended eye relief scope like the Burris scout scope or the Leupold FX-II Scout Rifle Scope.Richard