Would you put this on an AR-15, or should one stick to a classic red dot? I've heard this is great on them.
823677
This is more of a 300 to 500 yrs scope .It depends on how far you are shooting!!
823678
Its an extremely large scope. I have an Ar-15 and I couldn't imagine putting something this size on it. It depends on what you are doing with your AR though. If you have spent some money changing out the barrel and all the rest and want to snipe with it, this might not be a bad idea. I went with an Eo-tec on mine cause its set up for close combat, but it depends on your set up.
823679
if it's for hunting purposes, I'd say yes. But if it's for target shooting - no.
823680
Red Dots are Okay at reasonable ranges. But the AR platform has a tremendous potential for accuracy. One cannot, in my experience, take full advantage of that potential without a good scope. There are better ones, but my Browning White Gold Medallion will shoot less than 1 MOA @ 300 yards with this scope. Dollar for dollar you cannot go wrong with this one. Lemme know if I can offer more help.
823681
My opinion, this is too big a scope for an AR platform. Just my opinion, but I prefer to keep my AR's more streamlined and lower profile. I am sure it would work well, just not my taste. I have it mounted on a 25-06 bolt gun.
1062527
I have this on my 308 and I'm buying another just like it for my ar15. My 308 has as much kick as any 30 30. You will love this scope not just for the price but for a clear and durable scope. Good luck and let me know how you like this scope. You won't regret buying it.
1728430
if your using an AR-15 the sights on top are no good - I have scope sighted in at 100 yrds and zeroed in fine - then it has hash marks for further distance shooting . all in all a good scope . But I bought a vortex strikefire red dot sight for my AR-15 and it is amazing 175.00 dollars you get the best bang for the buck zeroed in at 100 yrds and excellent I now use sniper scope on my 715T .22 rifle .
1496478
Yes, it will fit perfectly on an AR15 5.56/.223 and 7.62, either A3 or A2. It is a little lengthy, but my opinion is that it still looks great. The see thru rings makes it even better for "iron sights". Haven't had a chance to zero out at the range, yet. Waiting for better warmer weather conditions. Focus is very clear even at 9x.
315658
Yes, it clears perfectly on an AR15. the front sight is still in the scope view, but so close that it's not visible. The rear iron sight should be folded for proper use. Worked great on my 1" scope
170165
Absolute. Pretty much dead nuts same aim point on the red dot as the iron sights. This seems the proper way. 1/3 is loosey goosey.
1464341
I had it on ar-15 and it worked fine, no issues, hard to say on a 12 gauge, but I bet itll hold up, for 304 its worth it, reticle as good as any
1357846
Ron, I just bought one of these. Wondered if you found a scope, red dot, etc. that you liked. Thanks.
2268313
Your AR will need to have a rail already to mount this. Honestly though the eye relief on it is so short it'll bang you in the eye every time you fire. Also since it lacks a reticle you have to mount it behind a red dot sight of some kind.
128213
It's so cheap because this attachment is mainly intended for airsoft use. For the price, hell I'd just buy one and test it out. If it works then you just got yourself quite the steal, if not, then no harm no foul. Personally, this is a very solid sight. It's all metal and has survived several drops on my AR replica. I believe it will hold up.
269830
sorry for late reply. I would highly recommned it. this is no aimpoint, but its not too cheap or shabby. I have also heard that Primary Arms does a good red dot. You may want to check out that option. For the price you cant beat it.
1637367
my ar is a flattop but i do not think the sightmark will clear your fixed front sight without a modified mount. it is my understanding that most people co-witness the red dot with the front sight.
1766343
This is an amazing red dot that performs well when paired with the .233 cartridge. However the question is how high do you want your optic. I have this model (with the cantilever mount) and the centerline ( middle of the lens) is 1 7/8 of an inch above a flat top AR. Depending on what stock you use. Personally since the optic and boreline will be closer I would go with the Strikefire 505 for your Ruger.
861095
I mounted it on both a DPMS LR308 and an AR15 I built, both flat tops. The 308 has an A2 front sight, it does not interfere, the red dot sits right on top of the front sight (if your eye is where the rear peep would be, if folded up). I have fold down sights on the 223, but the red dot aligns absolute. I like it better than the lower 1/3 view with the straight mounts..
1149346
You may have noticed that the UTG Medium Profile Riser Mount with 3 slots was listed along with this sight and that mount is generally good to co-witness your AR-15 iron sights. I have had to also use the Low Profile version on some guns but Medium should be fine.
293942
I have the SCAR 17s (7.62) and LOVE this scope. A little pricey, but you get what you pay for... And if you're going to drop that much money on a nice gun, why not get a nice scope to go with it? Also, looks amazing on my flat dark earth IMO. No complaints.
457444
I have it mounted on a Ruger MKII hand gun. Since I shoot it at arm's length I would think it will work very well. Due to the nature of red dot designs, you have to get used to "hunting" for the dot. That is, if your eye is not aligned with the AK receiver dust cover you may find yourself looking for the dot at first. BTW, this is a very small red dot sight but I think it will work.