Scopes

Boogieman065 · 05-19-2009, 10:10 PM

I just dug up a scope with a 3-9x magnification. It is 12in long so it looks a bit goofy on my Ar-15 M4. I was wondering what is the difference between long scopes and shorter tactical scopes with the same magnification. I know the ACOG has a 3x zoom and a very low profile, but can't zoom in greater than 3x. I feel almost like if I'm not going building to building having a longer adjustable scope is more of an advantage. Any input?

sunofnun · 05-20-2009, 05:33 AM

I dunno.. just depends on what you want to do with the guy...

I have a 3-12 crappy barska scope on mine.. I don't really care if it looks goofy. It shoots good! does real well out at 200-300yrds. Beyond that the quality of the scope glass comes into play and it gets a little blurry. Oh well, it's a $80 ebay special... and it gets the job done.

If I lived in easter wa, AND HAD SOME DECENT ACCESSIBLE places to shoot I'd consider putting a little better scope on there.. but fuck it.. I'll spend my toy money on another gun!

Boogieman065 · 05-20-2009, 08:08 AM

Nice, yeah mine looks almost like that with the long-ass scope

KillermondoDude · 05-20-2009, 08:29 AM

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sunofnun · 05-20-2009, 08:37 AM

DAMN! Nice work!

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Metonymy · 05-20-2009, 08:54 AM

I've got one better...

Simmons 6.5-20x50 Whitetail Classic Rifle Scope

Kolat · 05-20-2009, 10:31 AM

GixxerPete · 05-20-2009, 01:55 PM

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So what's the difference between these two? Just the reticle and .2X difference in the low end of the magnification??

I need a scope ASAP as my AR should be here on Friday.... one of these just might be the ticket?

GixxerPete · 05-20-2009, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Kolat

Hey what is this rifle exactly? It looks quite similar to the RRA Varmint A4 that will be in my grubby little hands soon.

Boogieman065 · 05-20-2009, 08:14 PM

I have no clue why you just posted a whole lot of long scopes' links... That didn't answer my question. Thanks for the effort, lol.

So far from what I've been getting from others is this: Long scopes generally have more magnification, weight more, and don't usually have red dots. A lot of Tactical scopes are light weight, low profile with red dot/green dot for night usage. Ya?

Metonymy · 05-20-2009, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Boogieman065

So far from what I've been getting from others is this: Long scopes generally have more magnification, weight more, and don't usually have red dots. A lot of Tactical scopes are light weight, low profile with red dot/green dot for night usage. Ya?

Pretty much.

KillermondoDude · 05-21-2009, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Boogieman065

I have no clue why you just posted a whole lot of long scopes' links... That didn't answer my question. Thanks for the effort, lol.

So far from what I've been getting from others is this: Long scopes generally have more magnification, weight more, and don't usually have red dots. A lot of Tactical scopes are light weight, low profile with red dot/green dot for night usage. Ya?

Cuz a good deals a good deal

GixxerPete · 05-21-2009, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Metonymy

I've got one better...

Simmons 6.5-20x50 Whitetail Classic Rifle Scope

Ordered! Thanks!

Kolat · 05-21-2009, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GixxerPete

Hey what is this rifle exactly? It looks quite similar to the RRA Varmint A4 that will be in my grubby little hands soon.

24inch bull barrel varmint that I built.

T

GixxerPete · 05-21-2009, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Kolat

24inch bull barrel varmint that I built.

T

How is the weight of it? I just ordered a Varmint A4 with 18" bull, should be here tomorrow.

Anyhoo, I got to fondle a couple ARs yesterday, one 20" bull, one 16" bull. The 20" definitely felt a tad heavy, and nose heavy at that (duh). The 16" was more balanced. I'm guessing the 24" is rest/bipod only kinda thing?

Kolat · 05-21-2009, 08:42 PM

it was'nt too bad, but I'm also the person who carries a hunting rifle with lead in the buttstock.

T

GixxerPete · 06-01-2009, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Metonymy

I've got one better...

Simmons 6.5-20x50 Whitetail Classic Rifle Scope

Thanks again for tip on this... I finally got to test the rifle/scope combo Sunday... it's schweet!!!!

Metonymy · 06-01-2009, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by GixxerPete

Thanks again for tip on this... I finally got to test the rifle/scope combo Sunday... it's schweet!!!!

Glad you like it man!

Boogieman065 · 06-03-2009, 07:24 AM

What do you all think of this setup? I ended up not liking it much cause of the 3 1/2 inch diatance from center of scope to bore... Too much compensation. I think I'm done throwing money at it

GixxerPete · 06-03-2009, 07:48 AM

Umm... long range scope on a CQB setup carbine?

And yeah that does seem like a lot of distance from center bore to center scope. I say yank the scope off, keep this AR for CQB and build another one for long range w/the scope.

Boogieman065 · 06-03-2009, 07:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GixxerPete

Umm... long range scope on a CQB setup carbine?

And yeah that does seem like a lot of distance from center bore to center scope. I say yank the scope off, keep this AR for CQB and build another one for long range w/the scope.

No deal, too poor lol. I kindda liked that setup because I can still use my iron sights, but the scope compensation is just too great. I was playing around looking for a do-it-all setup.

joeeoj · 02-20-2011, 06:29 PM

Dose anyone know anything about the brand of scope mayflower i picked one up from a garage sale for 10 bucks and know nothing about it

05-19-2009, 10:10 PM	#1
Boogieman065 Gunslinger Joined: Mar 2009 From: Seattle, WA Posts: 83	Scopes I just dug up a scope with a 3-9x magnification. It is 12in long so it looks a bit goofy on my Ar-15 M4. I was wondering what is the difference between long scopes and shorter tactical scopes with the same magnification. I know the ACOG has a 3x zoom and a very low profile, but can't zoom in greater than 3x. I feel almost like if I'm not going building to building having a longer adjustable scope is more of an advantage. Any input?

02-20-2011, 06:29 PM	#22
joeeoj Gunslinger Joined: Dec 2010 From: Yelm,Wa Posts: 28	mayflower Dose anyone know anything about the brand of scope mayflower i picked one up from a garage sale for 10 bucks and know nothing about it

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05-20-2009, 05:33 AM	#2
sunofnun Moderator Joined: Jan 2009 From: lynnhood Posts: 632	I dunno.. just depends on what you want to do with the guy... I have a 3-12 crappy barska scope on mine.. I don't really care if it looks goofy. It shoots good! does real well out at 200-300yrds. Beyond that the quality of the scope glass comes into play and it gets a little blurry. Oh well, it's a $80 ebay special... and it gets the job done. If I lived in easter wa, AND HAD SOME DECENT ACCESSIBLE places to shoot I'd consider putting a little better scope on there.. but fuck it.. I'll spend my toy money on another gun!

05-20-2009, 08:08 AM	#3
Boogieman065 Gunslinger Joined: Mar 2009 From: Seattle, WA Posts: 83	Nice, yeah mine looks almost like that with the long-ass scope

05-20-2009, 08:29 AM	#4
KillermondoDude Marksman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Washington on the wet side Posts: 328	Say Thank you Intensity Optics 3-10x44 Rifle Scope Duplex Reticle Matte Finish - Natchez Shooters Supplies Intensity Optics 2.8-10x44 Rifle Scope Duplex Reticle Matte Finish - Natchez Shooters Supplies Intensity Optics 4-12X44 Rifle Scope AO Matte Finish - Natchez Shooters Supplies Intensity Optics 3.8-12x44 Rifle Scope Duplex Reticle Matte Finish - Natchez Shooters Supplies

05-20-2009, 08:54 AM	#6
Metonymy Marksman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Washington Posts: 370	I've got one better... Simmons 6.5-20x50 Whitetail Classic Rifle Scope

05-20-2009, 10:31 AM	#7
Kolat Marksman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Spokane Posts: 371

05-20-2009, 08:14 PM	#10
Boogieman065 Gunslinger Joined: Mar 2009 From: Seattle, WA Posts: 83	I have no clue why you just posted a whole lot of long scopes' links... That didn't answer my question. Thanks for the effort, lol. So far from what I've been getting from others is this: Long scopes generally have more magnification, weight more, and don't usually have red dots. A lot of Tactical scopes are light weight, low profile with red dot/green dot for night usage. Ya?

05-21-2009, 08:42 PM	#16
Kolat Marksman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Spokane Posts: 371	it was'nt too bad, but I'm also the person who carries a hunting rifle with lead in the buttstock. T

06-03-2009, 07:24 AM	#19
Boogieman065 Gunslinger Joined: Mar 2009 From: Seattle, WA Posts: 83	What do you all think of this setup? I ended up not liking it much cause of the 3 1/2 inch diatance from center of scope to bore... Too much compensation. I think I'm done throwing money at it

06-03-2009, 07:48 AM	#20
GixxerPete Sharpshooter Joined: Jan 2009 From: Renton, WA Posts: 519	Umm... long range scope on a CQB setup carbine? And yeah that does seem like a lot of distance from center bore to center scope. I say yank the scope off, keep this AR for CQB and build another one for long range w/the scope.