Got this optic , mounted it to a midwest industries ak mount,Anyone else have an issue with it still being loose?like it can not be tightened enough?
2091518
Denise, Mounted mine up to a JD Machine Tech top rail and it tightened up snug and remains that way. The mfg seems to be very responsive, I would contact them to resolve quickly.
2091519
Yes. I had this same experience on an AR. The way the optic closes on the rail is somewhat awkward, however, what worked for me is:Make sure the bottom is FLUSH on the rail. Once it is sitting on the rail, pull the loose end of mount inward to the rail. With one hand, hold it down on the rail. With the other, screw the mount in. I could of swore it would never go on and it feels like it was solidly on at times but still rocked loose. Trust me, this is the worst part about the optic. Once you mount it successfully, you'll see what you were/are doing wrong and every time after that is easy. Yes. I had this same experience on an AR. The way the optic closes on the rail is somewhat awkward, however, what worked for me is:Make sure the bottom is FLUSH on the rail. Once it is sitting on the rail, pull the loose end of mount inward to the rail. With one hand, hold it down on the rail. With the other, screw the mount in. I could of swore it would never go on and it feels like it was solidly on at times but still rocked loose. Trust me, this is the worst part about the optic. Once you mount it successfully, you'll see what you were/are doing wrong and every time after... » Read More Yes. I had this same experience on an AR. The way the optic closes on the rail is somewhat awkward, however, what worked for me is:Make sure the bottom is FLUSH on the rail. Once it is sitting on the rail, pull the loose end of mount inward to the rail. With one hand, hold it down on the rail. With the other, screw the mount in. I could of swore it would never go on and it feels like it was solidly on at times but still rocked loose. Trust me, this is the worst part about the optic. Once you mount it successfully, you'll see what you were/are doing wrong and every time after that is easy. « Show Less
2091520
No I haven't I have mine to 35 lbs torked but my All I had a another red dot. It was on a railed cover a big mistake. Once I moved it to a quad rail that replaces the handguard it was great
2091521
No, it is rock-solid on my upper. Hope you can get it to work, it's an awesome optic.
2091522
This might seem obvious, but you should verify the cross bolts are squarely seated in the picatiny rail. I have experienced similar issues when the bolt rotates a little, taking the square shaft out of alignment with the groove in the rail. And that will prevent the clamps from seating properly. They will ride over the top of the rail instead of downward to get a solid grip.
2091523
Are you sure you tightened it enough? Normally you tighten finger tight plus 1/4 to 1/2 turn more.
2091524
Yes, it will tighten, but not finger tighten. I suppose if you put some oil on the threads. First you might be able to, but I had to grab a socket and tighten it down, but checked every turn until it was solid as to not over tighten.
2091525
Was bought for my son as a gift, as far as i know he has had no problems with it. Atleast he has not said anything to me about it.
1626970
I have had this mounted on my AK47, many shots down range. Less than 1" at 50yrd and less than 2" at 100 yrd. Friend mounted one on his AK with the same results, he just bought one for his AR15, and I'm getting one for mine. Several negative reviews out there, but I can't speak to other peoples installation/mounting or use. Mine and friends work great, holding up to AK47 recoil, multiple disconnects and banging around in /out of trucks. Still holding zero after 8 months. Buy it, price is good and it works.
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I would take the striped hardware comment with a grain of salt. I believe the mount is aluminum and like guns that have an aluminum receiver you need to use locktite and not over tighten. My buddy and I both have the same mount -one on a pre 64 the other a post 64. Neither of us had any trouble mounting this unit and neither has had any issues or needed adjustments since sight in (using the same load/bullet). I had to use locktite to make the mounts on my mini 14 stay on too and they're steel (good steel), so it doesn't matter which material you're going to have to use locktite anyways. I know sometimes you get a bad unit but I haven't seen one yet. People's mechanical skills vary keep that in mind.
1769765
I've taken mine off several times , you're probably not loosening it enough. It should get loose enough to just lean it to the side and it will come right off. If that doesn't work take it to a gunsmith , it'll cost you next to nothing for him to remove it. That's way too good of an Optic to play around and damage it.
509573
It depends is your rail slotted? Because you have two tightning screws that will interfere with your flat rail. Also have you attached anyother tactical mounts?
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I would take the striped hardware comment with a grain of salt. I believe the mount is aluminum and like guns that have an aluminum receiver you need to use locktite and not over tighten. My buddy and I both have the same mount -one on a pre 64 the other a post 64. Neither of us had any trouble mounting this unit and neither has had any issues or needed adjustments since sight in (using the same load/bullet). I had to use locktite to make the mounts on my mini 14 stay on too and they're steel (good steel), so it doesn't matter which material you're going to have to use locktite anyways. I know sometimes you get a bad unit but I haven't seen one yet. People's mechanical skills vary keep that in mind. I would take the striped hardware comment with a grain of salt. I believe the mount is aluminum and like guns that have an aluminum receiver you need to use locktite and not over tighten. My buddy and I both have the same mount -one on a pre 64 the other a post 64. Neither of us had any trouble mounting this unit and neither has had any issues or needed adjustments since sight in (using the same load/bullet). I had to use locktite to make the mounts on my mini 14 stay on too and they're steel (good steel), so it doesn't matter which material you're going to have to use locktite anyways. I... » Read More I would take the striped hardware comment with a grain of salt. I believe the mount is aluminum and like guns that have an aluminum receiver you need to use locktite and not over tighten. My buddy and I both have the same mount -one on a pre 64 the other a post 64. Neither of us had any trouble mounting this unit and neither has had any issues or needed adjustments since sight in (using the same load/bullet). I had to use locktite to make the mounts on my mini 14 stay on too and they're steel (good steel), so it doesn't matter which material you're going to have to use locktite anyways. I know sometimes you get a bad unit but I haven't seen one yet. People's mechanical skills vary keep that in mind. « Show Less
1498115
Ok, two part on this older post... The answer to the scope mounting issue on a M9130 is called a jmecks scope mount, and purchase a machined bent bolt, don't sear the original straight bolt and add the tapped bolt. Thanks for the input on this scope, to everyone else, because I too am curious if it will hold up to the 7.62x54R.
1582998
Yes, BUT! Make sure during your range time to check and tighten the screws every few rounds or so. On my Mosin the rail would slightly shift forward and after every 20 or so rounds I would need to readjust the mount. Having to readjust will effect the zero slightly, but it's nothing frustrating, in my case anyway.
1760840
I also had a problem getting the scope to fit my rifle properly. So, like the other readers of this problem, I took it to my local gun range and they fit it perfectly. I had to purchase another mount , so now I have no problem.
868142
I have it mounted on a mosin nagant in a scout scope mount has held up very well. I have shoot at the 200 yard distance with it and it's held its zero. Hope this helps
294057
F is probably the weak sorting loaded rail capture bar. I installed my light and then from the middle end of weapon, insert a scree between the light housing and the capture bar so that this " bar" that fits into the rail slot,.. Cannot be moved. It keeps you from being able to quick remove the light, bit or doesn't rattle. If your light rattles because it doesn't fit tightly on rail, ( like movement side to side), then this light doesn't fit your rail.
1380905
Gun guy has a point on the weight and lugging it around. I target shoot with a browning 30-06. Used the browning x scope mounts and no loosening yet. Unless your trying to hit 300+ the Nikon would work fine. I just like playing at longer ranges. ;-)
692035
I didn't have this problem but I would suggest shimming the scope mount. Try loosening the mounts and re tightening, it might be a little skewed
567490
I got it attached to mine and sighted it in with no problems. It handles the recoil pretty good, I didn't have to readjust it at all.
828405
I have my sks converted to a bull pup style. The eye relief wasn't long enough to use. My original mount it would work on.
1112299
On second thought and after looking at a bunch pics of the Ultimak rail on AKs I think not. Why not go with an American Defense QD mount that will fit the Aimpoint that will come off in 2 seconds if you need to use iron sights? That is the way I would go.
2268767
The rail was initially a bit loose on my GSG. I put two small pieces of electrical tape along the inside edges of the mount. With the tape in place, it tightened up snug.