Well I think i've made up my mind. Im looking around at aimpoints, and im hoping to not spend more than $400. I would like to be able to use it for home defense and maybe even some hunting. Is there an aimpoint that fits the bill? I know I could go by price alone (I see ther arent too many $400 and under) but I dont have any experience with these. Thanks!!!
Need suggestions on an aimpoint
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Are you using NV device?jbone said:
Do you plan on using a magnifier?
How far are you shooting?
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Get one with the 2MOA Dot. Either the 2MOA ML2 or 2MOA ML3. If you feel like spending $700 for a red dot, then get the M4.jbone said:
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Any magnified optic will be much slower in CQB. Even if you use both eyes open and use the BAC concept.jbone said:
I am a Pro Staffer with Aimpoint, so I get this one alot. My favorite is by far the Comp M4S. They aren't cheap, but they will probably outlast you and your gun. If you are looking for under $400.00, take a very hard look at our C3. It is essentially a M3 without the same level of water proofing and NV capability. I sell these to a lot of patrol cops. THey have the 50,000 hour battery life (you leave our sights on all the time, and they don't turn themselves off), you can get a 2 or 4 moa dot, and they are submersible to 15 feet (which covers falling in a pool or stream, but they aren't designed to be dived like our other M series sights). For the money, they are a flat steal.
thanks!
Edit: I wanted to ask what the differences are in in the MOA dots? Im new to AR's let alone optics
Im assuming the dot sizes are different but not sure why. I imagine that in a situation such as home defense the size of the dot may not matter that much but when shooting longer distances it could. ??? (Thanks for your patience!)
Edit: I wanted to ask what the differences are in in the MOA dots? Im new to AR's let alone optics
Im assuming the dot sizes are different but not sure why. I imagine that in a situation such as home defense the size of the dot may not matter that much but when shooting longer distances it could. ??? (Thanks for your patience!)
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The 2MOA dot will cover up 2" at 100 yards. The 4MOA dot will cover up 4" at 100 yards. In a CQB situation, you will eant the biggest dot possible becuase it is easier to pick up. Here is my little rule when picking a 2MOA or 4MOA dot:jbone said:thanks!
Edit: I wanted to ask what the differences are in in the MOA dots? Im new to AR's let alone optics
4MOA Dot: Best for 0-50 yard shooting.
2MOA Dot: Best for 0-300 yards shooting and when using a magnifier.
It doesn't mean that you can't use a 4MOA dot at 300 yards, it is easier to use a 2MOA for it.
So I have yet another question! :lol:
What mount should I get for the CompC3? I see that the optic comes with rings for weaver bases? (Not sure what that means for me) Is there a mount that would allow me to co-witness the red dot with the iron sights? It took forever for me to figure out which scope to go with now I have to figure out how to mount it! :? Any suggestions would be great. Thanks!
What mount should I get for the CompC3? I see that the optic comes with rings for weaver bases? (Not sure what that means for me) Is there a mount that would allow me to co-witness the red dot with the iron sights? It took forever for me to figure out which scope to go with now I have to figure out how to mount it! :? Any suggestions would be great. Thanks!
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I just got a comp3c 2moa to use in the scout position of me 45/70 guide gun
It's my first Aimpoint, nice unit
I have used them, just never owned one, have had Eotechs and ACOGs as well as a ton of regular scopes..
can't see why the civillian would need more
and at night it doesn't suffer from any flare, you can get a very small and defined dot
in day light if you want it to stand out, just turn it to max
It's my first Aimpoint, nice unit
I have used them, just never owned one, have had Eotechs and ACOGs as well as a ton of regular scopes..
can't see why the civillian would need more
and at night it doesn't suffer from any flare, you can get a very small and defined dot
in day light if you want it to stand out, just turn it to max
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