Mounting this on my AR15 - Someone mentioned that is sort of gets in the way of the charging handle... true? false?
1296185
It's possible if you mount it to the rear that there will be interference. I mount mine slightly forward for preference and it's fine. If you don't have room to move it around then the side rails will probably interfere.
1296186
It is possible if it's too far to the rear of your upper receiver but I wouldn't recommend putting it that far back anyway. Also this is a pretty bulky riser and unless you plan on actually using the side rails I would go with something a little more low profile. I used it for a little while but I realized smaller and more low profile was the way to go.
1296187
It depends on how far rearward you mount the riser. It comes 5 3/4 inches long, but I cut off 1 inch from each end, making it 3 3/4 inches long. This made it not only lighter, but easier to position, and I have no issue with the charging handle.
427939
Yes. There are fasteners under the base that allow the base to be removed and the optic to then be mounted above the A2 charging handle. The sight line may be WAY too high with it mounted that way and EVERY one of these I have seen has a crooked reticle.
1526735
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.
343989
That's a good question. I'm actually mounting it to the gun today and hope to zero it in soon, perhaps this Sunday. To me, I would assume that would be the case. My gun has only two slots where the mounts will fit.It should stay 0
1495773
You are correct about that. With the standard/original charging handle it is a little tight, but do-able with a little practice, but I don't think I would gamble with my life in a combat situation leaving it unchanged. I resolved the problem by replacing it with a "BCM Gunfighter" ambidextrous charging handle. It's a really nice upgrade...plus it's made in the good old USA. Hope this helps.
393267
Mine is mounted on a bushmaster AR15 patrolman which did not have rail mounts so I had to purchase a rail mount system to use it and I mounted the sling mount rail to another weapon that I have so I can witch the bod from one weapon to the other. I hope this helps and good shooting.
1421124
When I mounted this on my wifes Bushmaster AR15 carry handle the bottom portion of the mount slid right into the opening of the handle...the only portion that extended to the left and right of the handle was the rail and when the quick target acquisition sight was mounted.....since her charging handle is to the rear I am not sure if this will help you....one draw back we discovered Is the supplied nut failed to keep this rail secured...tried thread seal tape and it didn't help...did not try thread lock...so installed sawtooth lock washer with nylon locknut.....two trips out and so far has held intact. When I mounted this on my wifes Bushmaster AR15 carry handle the bottom portion of the mount slid right into the opening of the handle...the only portion that extended to the left and right of the handle was the rail and when the quick target acquisition sight was mounted.....since her charging handle is to the rear I am not sure if this will help you....one draw back we discovered Is the supplied nut failed to keep this rail secured...tried thread seal tape and it didn't help...did not try thread lock...so installed sawtooth lock washer with nylon locknut.....two trips out and so far has... » Read More When I mounted this on my wifes Bushmaster AR15 carry handle the bottom portion of the mount slid right into the opening of the handle...the only portion that extended to the left and right of the handle was the rail and when the quick target acquisition sight was mounted.....since her charging handle is to the rear I am not sure if this will help you....one draw back we discovered Is the supplied nut failed to keep this rail secured...tried thread seal tape and it didn't help...did not try thread lock...so installed sawtooth lock washer with nylon locknut.....two trips out and so far has held intact. « Show Less
1495770
I not only purchased the sights but, I had also purchased an ambidextrous charging handle from LWRC for my M6. I placed the sights as far back as possible and this works for me. With the new charging handle there is no problem with the sights being folded. They are great sights and the work excellent. I do highly recommend them.
1293675
Ha Ha, I had to go look. There is two allen head screws holding each one on. Not sure what it looks like without then, but I think I will find out. I'm not a fan of all that either. The AR it's on, I removed the quad rail and put MagPul back on. It's a carbine. Looks better and it's half pound lighter.
1084682
I just learned the hard way. Definitely absolute co-witness with your irons on an AR. Just ordered the High Rise. I hope there is free shipping on the return otherwise I'll bave a mount laying around.
378560
This riser can interfere with the charging handle of an AR15. In the rearmost position there is sufficient clearance to operate the T handle- however if the stock is positioned further forward, it can block the handle. Measuring and removing some of the forward portion of the riser with a hacksaw may solve this issue, depending on your preferred stock position.
496520
I have it on AR for more space above Charging Handle, go to UTG website for Specs hope this helps WH
2223459
It is a picatinny rail. It is angled in a mirror of the standard AR-15 carry handle so that the top of the rail will be parallel to the barrel when mounted properly. It seems to work fine with most scope mounts, red dot sights, etc. that are designed to be rail mounted. Hope this helps!
1783544
I don't think this is the right light to mount on an AR 15 due to the design. It is designed to be held in the non- shooting hand while holding a handgun in the shooting. There are other lightsnoffered by Surefire and others that are designed to operate on an AR15
2012591
MINE IS ROCK SOLID, i flipped my mounting bolts over to the left side, added a drop per bolt of red locktight and after getting it finger tight i ever so slightly tightened mine down a half turn or so past finger tight with a socket.. mines never budged. Even at finger tight mine was on pretty solid with no play or wiggle, is your rail aftermarket ? is it a el-cheapo or a quality rail ? is a factory rail on a AR ? im guessing the problem is not the optic.. however you never know. do other mounts fit you rail solid without issue ? contact Lucid.. they are flat out awesome to work with !
1414628
i have it mounted on my ar 10 and I have had no issues with it even dump 4 mags quick and no problem with it
1895765
Negative. Stock does not interfere with mount. The potion that covers the barrel may. I actually bought this mount system and thought it was gargbage. Did not align properly with stripper clip guide on reciever. I suggest getting the light-weight aluminum one. The mount itself has to be "tapped" into place.