AR 15 Optics

[clay_07]

I am looking for suggestions on different optics for an AR 15.

 

[vmax]

can you be more specific?

hunting, plinking, tactical training?

 

[clay_07]

Looking for suggestions on hunting and tactical training

 

[NOLA Jack]

Lower powered variable optic, 1-4 or 1-6, your budget will determine your quality.

 

[Saltyag2010]

I run a scope and dueck defense 45 irons. Best of both worlds. Scope zeroed at 100yds with nikon bdc reticle and irons at 25 yds

 

[Saltyag2010]

Spend at least 200 on whatever optic- that's on the cheap end. I do really like irons. They're so accurate for me at 50yds, not confident past 50 because of the front post size. Stay with irons for 6 months and see if you really need to spend cash on optics. Watch the nutnfancy videos on YouTube for more opinions on specific optics.

 

[BG1960]

I started out with a used Primary Arms 1-4x scope. Liked that, got their new 1-6x and really like that one. Also got their Micro on my AR pistol to save weight.

 

[40Arpent]

Looking for suggestions on hunting and tactical training

Training - Aimpoint T-1 or H-1.
Hunting - Whichever quality variable power scope such as Nightforce, Schmidt & Bender, Swarovski, etc. suits your hunting needs.

Use high-quality QD mounts such as LaRue or American Defense for both, swap as needed.

 

[kabob]

I strongly suggest you don't use a scope for tactical training. A scope could slow you down and possibly disorient you shooting offhand at close ranges. Use a quality red dot or Eotech reflex sight for that and a scope for hunting. Use QD mounts that retail their zero so you can swap between the two optics.

 

[NOLA Jack]

Why would a scope throw him off, provided he gets one with 1x magnification?

 

[vmax]

Nikon M223 scopes are perfect for what you want.
great value for the price