Ready to buy a scope for my AR and need your opinion!

tvfreakazoid · 03-15-2010, 05:12 PM

I'm finally ready to buy a budget scope for my ar15. I don't know much about scopes other than what I've read. I don't have any experience with them on rifles so, this will be the first for me. I have a couple of links to optic planets website.
I would like your "expert"opinion on the 2 scope that I'm looking to buy. They have specs on both the scopes on the website and it would be super duper nice if you guys can tell me the pros and cons between the 2 scopes.
On the redfield spec: Elevation Adjustment Range (MOA): 56
Windage Adjustment Range (MOA): 56 What does this mean? Is this good? How is this comparable to the Nikon prostaff?

Also what about the eye relief? Which one is better between the 2?

Redfield Revolution: Is the accu-range really needed?
redfield revolution scope

Nikon ProStaff: Is BDC rectile really needed?
Nikon prostaff scope

To mount the scope on to my ar i'm looking into buying the Leupold Quick Release Weaver Style QRW Rings: Quick Release Weaver Style Rings 30MM Low Gl or MT. I don't know what the difference between the GI or MT?.
In your opinion is the 30mm mount to low? Or should I stick with the 1" mount?
What do you guys think about this mount?

Leupold QR weaver style rings

Also i'm i would like to get this as well:
Butler Creek Flip-Open Scope Covers:
Butler creek

If there is any other suggestions of brand of scopes similar to what i want would be great to.

Thanks.

Pushing_Tin · 03-15-2010, 05:47 PM

Dood, do we need multiple threads in here? Just post in the firearms thread or start ONE thread.

Nitemare06 · 03-16-2010, 12:27 PM

I need the model of the rifle so I can gather specs (barrel length etc), and an explanation of what you expect to do with it.

schrack150 · 03-16-2010, 01:13 PM

you dont need a scope....how about a 203 ?
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tvfreakazoid · 03-17-2010, 03:36 PM

Right! Its a pof upper rec, 16".
I plan using it for target practice at 100yrds and eventually going further out.

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Originally Posted by Nitemare06

I need the model of the rifle so I can gather specs (barrel length etc), and an explanation of what you expect to do with it.

Nitemare06 · 03-17-2010, 04:44 PM

Ok. As long as you dont have any "variable distances" you shouldnt need the accurange. Meaning you shoot 200m, then you need to shoot 400m. In Boot you shoot an M16 thats probably 10 years old at 500m with open sites, so at 100yds I would say scope is a personal preference. But the Redfield should be fine, and do whatever you need it to.

Red370 · 03-17-2010, 06:10 PM

why not an ACOG with 4X magnification?

Nitemare06 · 03-18-2010, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Red370

why not an ACOG with 4X magnification?

That wouldnt be a "budget scope"...

Red370 · 03-18-2010, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nitemare06

That wouldnt be a "budget scope"...

got mine on ebay for $300, thats a budget scope if you ask me

Nitemare06 · 03-18-2010, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Red370

got mine on ebay for $300, thats a budget scope if you ask me

Then you got a hell of a deal. Every ACOG I have ever seen is 600+. Congrats, I wouldnt hold my breath to see it again.

Red370 · 03-18-2010, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Nitemare06

Then you got a hell of a deal. Every ACOG I have ever seen is 600+. Congrats, I wouldnt hold my breath to see it again.

This is true, i havent seen any model new for under $900, and yeah, I probably wont win a bid like that ever again, smart guy should have put a reserve on it.

vash_241987 · 03-18-2010, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Red370

This is true, i havent seen any model new for under $900, and yeah, I probably wont win a bid like that ever again, smart guy should have put a reserve on it.

Damn lucky you, ACOGs are great but I can't see myself putting a scope that cost more than my rifle

Hey tvfreakazoid what about this? I want one just cause it could be used for CQB, not as good as eotech or aimpoint, but close enough. Plus if you want to reach out you got the 8x

both are going to be pretty damn expensive
YouTube - Leupold CQBSS 1.1-8x24 mm Rifle Scope
YouTube - Schmidt & Bender 1-8x24 PM Short Dot

tvfreakazoid · 03-20-2010, 05:31 AM

I'm new to the AR seen and I would love to have a acog. But I don't care what anyone else says about them or other higher end optics, they are waaaaaaay over priced. If I had a chance to buy one on ebay for that cheap i would of. Your very lucky.
It seems to me that gun accessories are way over priced. These companies like to rape your wallet. But people do buy them.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red370

This is true, i havent seen any model new for under $900, and yeah, I probably wont win a bid like that ever again, smart guy should have put a reserve on it.

tvfreakazoid · 03-20-2010, 05:48 AM

Those seem pretty sweet. How much???
What is the eye relief like? Like I said before i don't know anything much about scopes. I noticed that when I look through the scope It seems i have a hard time focusing and bothers me a little. It's not like if you look through a acog where i can have both eyes open and it doesn't bother one bit.

I was also thinking about getting one of these budget optics. If guys had to choose between the 2 which one would it be? I am open to suggestions if there is something better than these optics in similar price range. Also which size mounting ring would I need for the optics (I have a POF AR? The iron sight I use is a MI low profile)?

Vortex strikfire optic
Or
Tasco propoint optic

Quote:

Originally Posted by vash_241987

Damn lucky you, ACOGs are great but I can't see myself putting a scope that cost more than my rifle

Hey tvfreakazoid what about this? I want one just cause it could be used for CQB, not as good as eotech or aimpoint, but close enough. Plus if you want to reach out you got the 8x

both are going to be pretty damn expensive
YouTube - Leupold CQBSS 1.1-8x24 mm Rifle Scope
YouTube - Schmidt & Bender 1-8x24 PM Short Dot

03-15-2010, 05:12 PM	#1 (permalink)
tvfreakazoid A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: kommie kali Posts: 1,238 Drives: 2015 Audi S5; 6spd. Rep Power: 10324	Ready to buy a scope for my AR and need your opinion! I'm finally ready to buy a budget scope for my ar15. I don't know much about scopes other than what I've read. I don't have any experience with them on rifles so, this will be the first for me. I have a couple of links to optic planets website. I would like your "expert"opinion on the 2 scope that I'm looking to buy. They have specs on both the scopes on the website and it would be super duper nice if you guys can tell me the pros and cons between the 2 scopes. On the redfield spec: Elevation Adjustment Range (MOA): 56 Windage Adjustment Range (MOA): 56 What does this mean? Is this good? How is this comparable to the Nikon prostaff? Also what about the eye relief? Which one is better between the 2? Redfield Revolution: Is the accu-range really needed? redfield revolution scope Nikon ProStaff: Is BDC rectile really needed? Nikon prostaff scope To mount the scope on to my ar i'm looking into buying the Leupold Quick Release Weaver Style QRW Rings: Quick Release Weaver Style Rings 30MM Low Gl or MT. I don't know what the difference between the GI or MT?. In your opinion is the 30mm mount to low? Or should I stick with the 1" mount? What do you guys think about this mount? Leupold QR weaver style rings Also i'm i would like to get this as well: Butler Creek Flip-Open Scope Covers: Butler creek If there is any other suggestions of brand of scopes similar to what i want would be great to. Thanks. __________________ Mudders milk

03-16-2010, 01:13 PM	#4 (permalink)
schrack150 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Wheeling, West Virginia Age: 37 Posts: 590 Drives: 09 370z PW Rep Power: 16	you dont need a scope....how about a 203 ? ________ Shaved Pussy Cam Last edited by schrack150; 04-11-2011 at 01:28 AM.

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Red370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Posts: 4,391 Drives: your mom to church Rep Power: 295	why not an ACOG with 4X magnification? __________________ 2011 Mustang 5.0 \| 3.55's \| Lethal Performance off road H-Pipe \| Magnaflow Muffler Delete \| JLT CAI/Bama tuned 417whp/ 404 ft/lbs

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03-15-2010, 05:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
Pushing_Tin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 2,875 Drives: E63 AMG Rep Power: 227	Dood, do we need multiple threads in here? Just post in the firearms thread or start ONE thread.

03-16-2010, 12:27 PM	#3 (permalink)
Nitemare06 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 70 Drives: 1991 Civic SI Rep Power: 15	I need the model of the rifle so I can gather specs (barrel length etc), and an explanation of what you expect to do with it.

03-17-2010, 04:44 PM	#6 (permalink)
Nitemare06 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 70 Drives: 1991 Civic SI Rep Power: 15	Ok. As long as you dont have any "variable distances" you shouldnt need the accurange. Meaning you shoot 200m, then you need to shoot 400m. In Boot you shoot an M16 thats probably 10 years old at 500m with open sites, so at 100yds I would say scope is a personal preference. But the Redfield should be fine, and do whatever you need it to.