Affordable scope for SIG 556 Classic

[cbp210]

I will be getting my special order SIG 556 Classic rifle this coming January and am interested in getting an affordable red dot or scope. What are people suggestions. I am more interested in hearing from current SIG 556 Classic owners.

 

[40Arpent]

You're going to have to define affordable.

With respect to RDS vs scope, it'd be helpful to know your intended use for the rifle. Whatever that use is, if it includes punching paper at 100 yards or more, a magnified optic can be a lot more enjoyable. But if it's primary use is personal defense, an RDS would be more suitable.

What do you think is unique enough about the Sig 556 Classic that makes the advice of non-owners less helpful?

 

[cbp210]

You're going to have to define affordable.

With respect to RDS vs scope, it'd be helpful to know your intended use for the rifle. Whatever that use is, if it includes punching paper at 100 yards or more, a magnified optic can be a lot more enjoyable. But if it's primary use is personal defense, an RDS would be more suitable.

What do you think is unique enough about the Sig 556 Classic that makes the advice of non-owners less helpful?

I have never handled this rifle and do not know too much about it although I have several AR's. This rifle is going to be given to me by my employer as a commemorative for time in service and it will have the employer logo on it. I would most likely use it for patrolling my property as I have had poachers and trespassers come into my land and steal my hog traps. I would also like to use it for some good hog hunts.

 

[M. Sage]

A decent 1-4X scope can't be beat as an all-around optic. Burris Tac 30 is a good lower-end model, and I'm completely in love with my Trijicon Accupoint 1-4X. Dual illumination for the win!

Whatever you go with, make sure you use good mounts. They're almost more important to a good scope setup than the glass itself.

 

[Charlie]

A decent 1-4X scope can't be beat as an all-around optic. Burris Tac 30 is a good lower-end model, and I'm completely in love with my Trijicon Accupoint 1-4X. Dual illumination for the win!

Whatever you go with, make sure you use good mounts. They're almost more important to a good scope setup than the glass itself.

I agree with the Burris 1-4 but I don't agree with the label "..lower-end model". Burris makes very good to great scopes in the US that have a no BS lifetime warranty. I had a 1.5 - 6 EuroDiamond illuminated rectical on a Burris years ago and it was fantastic. A great close-up or 100+ yd. gun.

 

[M. Sage]

I agree with the Burris 1-4 but I don't agree with the label "..lower-end model". Burris makes very good to great scopes in the US that have a no BS lifetime warranty. I had a 1.5 - 6 EuroDiamond illuminated rectical on a Burris years ago and it was fantastic. A great close-up or 100+ yd. gun.

I only call it that after playing with scopes even lower-end than it and deciding that they're not really worth wasting time and money on.

Buy once, cry once.

 

[40Arpent]

I have never handled this rifle and do not know too much about it although I have several AR's. This rifle is going to be given to me by my employer as a commemorative for time in service and it will have the employer logo on it. I would most likely use it for patrolling my property as I have had poachers and trespassers come into my land and steal my hog traps. I would also like to use it for some good hog hunts.

Then defintiely a 1-4x, in my opinion. Now, again, what is your definition of affordable?

 

[cbp210]

Then defintiely a 1-4x, in my opinion. Now, again, what is your definition of affordable?

I would say a lot lesser than the Trijicon or Aimpoint prices.

 

[40Arpent]

I would say a lot lesser than the Trijicon or Aimpoint prices.

Then i'd second the vote for a Burris Tac30. I have one, along with a couple other more expensive 1-4x illuminated scopes, and it is definitely a great scope for the price.

 

[ad5md]

Another vote for the Burris Tac30. I have mine on a Stag Arms model 3 using the Burris PEPR mount. Glass is clear and reticle is nice (can be illuminated if you need to). Shot steel poppers @160 yds with 1 round each on a local carbine match yesterday. Works feally good for me

 

[TheDan]

Leupold vx-hog 1-4x20mm; they go for about $230... I have one on a lever gun and wouldn't hesitate to get one for an AR or similar carbine. Excellent quality for the money. I really like the modified German #4 reticle they have, too.

 

[double_r76]

Leupold vx-hog 1-4x20mm; they go for about $230... I have one on a lever gun and wouldn't hesitate to get one for an AR or similar carbine. Excellent quality for the money. I really like the modified German #4 reticle they have, too.

I thought the VX-Hog scopes came with the "Pig Plex" reticle...?

 

[TheDan]

I thought the VX-Hog scopes came with the "Pig Plex" reticle...?

Yep... looks a lot like a #4 with a little circle in the middle and fine stadia lines. Feels very "quick" to my eye, but that's pretty subjective.

 

[40Arpent]

Leupold vx-hog 1-4x20mm; they go for about $230... I have one on a lever gun and wouldn't hesitate to get one for an AR or similar carbine. Excellent quality for the money. I really like the modified German #4 reticle they have, too.

I have shot with that scope (as well as my own Pig Plex VX-R, which is quite a bit more $), and agree that the VX-Hog is another great option.

 

[cajunautoxer]

I only call it that after playing with scopes even lower-end than it and deciding that they're not really worth wasting time and money on.

Buy once, cry once.

While I do agree with buy one cry once. The MTAC is def recommended a lot in the 3 gun world bc of it's value. If your gonna spend the money on a Accupoint might as well pony up and spend a little more for a 1-6 or go with Meopta. IMO the reticle on the MTAC is more useful than the triangle on a Accupoint.

OP you may want to look into a Burris 1.5-6x depending on your needs

 

[double_r76]

Yep... looks a lot like a #4 with a little circle in the middle and fine stadia lines. Feels very "quick" to my eye, but that's pretty subjective.

I like that! Very different (and much better) than what Leupold shows on their website:

FireDot Pig Plex (Illuminated) Reticle | Leupold Optics

Thanks,
-Randy

 

[HillRider]

Leupold shotgun VX-1 scopes are nice too for the price.

 

[cajunautoxer]

Primary Arms just came out with a 1-6 not a lot of reviews out yet

 

[Miloe]

I was just about to mention the Primary Arms one and ask if anyone had any hands on time with it.
Well, anyone?

 

[cbp210]

Thanks I like all the recommendation and more choices.