Best airsoft sights & optics according to redditors

Yeah I was thinking a I should invest in a high quality Sightmark mounted at 45 degrees to the left so I can double my accuracy.

If you can swing an extra $40, Vortex has the best red dots for the price point. Also a full no bullshit lifetime warranty.

https://gun.deals/product/vortex-strikefire-ii-red-dot-redgreen-dot-wlower-13-co-witness-cantil-14930-wcode-spring15-o?mobile=true

They're usually $179, don't know how long that deal lasts.


If you really can't go over $100, SightMark makes semi decent stuff. Don't go too hard on it though.

Little $40 cheapo: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000W4BQ7K/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1496518870&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=sightmark+red+dot&dpPl=1&dpID=51wta5L7snL&ref=plSrch


Slightly more robust EOtech style, I had one of these. Lasted a couple years of range time then the power button stopped working. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004TDIDW6/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1496518920&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=sightmark+red+dot&dpPl=1&dpID=41uaubKMNvL&ref=plSrch


Definitely get the vortex if you can though

Warne Maxima rings for Tikka rifles:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006967ES/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The 1in medium height work great for my VX3i (3-10x40 I believe) on top of my T3X hunter

I bought a sightmark reflex site in this common generic style (https://www.amazon.com/Sightmark-Sure-Shot-Reflex-Sight/dp/B004TDII1M) 10 years ago for $40, just wondering why even chinese brands like this demand $100 or more for the small footprint? Is it truly hard to manufacture them so small, or is there something else I'm missing?

Why not a generic rail mount like this that will take any flashlight with a 1" body tube?

And then toss in an Armytek Dobermann and a matching pressure switch. Total of $115.

edit: Dobermann Pro looks worth it for the $5 bump.

TRS-25: https://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Trophy-TRS-25-Riflescope-1x25mm/dp/B00200E0HM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1542748164&sr=8-1&keywords=bushnell+trs25

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Mount: https://www.amazon.com/UTG-3-Slot-Adaptor-Medium-Profile/dp/B00BUVLZES/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1542748401&sr=8-9&keywords=utg+riser

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Shockwave 12 ga.: https://www.gunbuyer.com/catalog/product/view/id/104487/s/mossberg-590-shockwave-12ga-pump-action-14-barrel-6rd/

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Shockwave 20 ga: https://palmettostatearmory.com/mossberg-590-shockwave-20ga-shotgun-50657.html?avad=211021_d13cbc985&utm_source=Avantlink&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=cl

1. Tacticool 22 Aluminum Charging Handle: https://www.tacticool22.com/product/sw-mp15-22-charging-handle-ambidextrous/?attribute_pa_color=black
   
   
2. Tailhook Extractor: https://www.tacticool22.com/product/tailhook-sw-mp15-22-extractor/
   
   
3. Extractor Plunger: https://www.tacticool22.com/product/sw-mp15-22-extractor-plunger/
   
   
4. Extractor Spring: https://www.tacticool22.com/product/sw-mp15-22-extractor-spring/
   
   
5. Mission FIrst Tactical Battlelink Stock: https://www.opticsplanet.com/mission-first-tactical-battlelink-minimalist-stock-military-for-mil-spec-size-1.html
   
   
6. LaRue Tactical A-PEG Grip: https://www.larue.com/products/larue-tactical-a-peg-grip/
   
   
7. Pinty Hunting Rifle Green Laser Sight Dot: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B019Q05CNY/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Pics of sight in link

Hey guys, quick question for those of you more experienced with AR-15 irons than I am. I just put together a super cheap, very basic AR for a trainer rifle and decided on the UTG Super Slim rear sight for the build. I didn't notice it when putting the sight on the rifle and zeroing (wasn't looking for it either) but the rear sight has some play, with a ball detent on one side. This causes the gap to be larger between one side of the rear hood and the body than on the other. There is a hole in the sight hood that does correspond to a hole in the body of the mount that looks like it may be a pin hole. When aligning these holes by pressure on the rear of the sight, it does sit flush on both sides. Is this normal, and is it possible I've lost the pin? In pictures of the sight I've found online I can't tell if there is a pin there or not. Do any of you have this sight? And is a slight amount of play in this area normal? Thanks in advance.


Edit: Sadly this didn't even occur to me...a pin here would prevent windage adjustments entirely so I doubt there's anything wrong. Derp. Still would like hear what you all have to say. Feeling kinda dumb.


Edit 2: Was wrong about the windage adjustment prevention. I really appreciate all the help!

Saw this recommended over on gundeals if you're looking for a permanent one and not a BUIS.

https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Super-Picatinny-Fixed-Sight/dp/B077BHS1BK/

This and this will only set you back about $50.00 and should be compatible with your gas block mounting rail.

Of course, Sorry im late!

- Classic Army CA416 (HK416) - WIP

EOTech 552

Magpul MOE

Amazon Flashlight

BD AAC Suppressor

Amazon MBUS

VFG

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- Krytac Alpha CRB (MK18)

EOTech EXP

Magpul CTR

ICS Motor Grip

Madbull DD Rail (Black version, baked in overn at 475F)

FMA PEQ-15

Element SureFire M600

Nights Evolution Pressure Switch

5KU QD Suppressor

VFG

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- Lancer Tactical Gen 2 (URG-I) - WIP

Angry Gun MK16 MLOK Rail

Angel Custom Ambi-Charging Handel (Spray painted, closest thing to an AEG Geissele ACH)

Amazon Red Dot & Magnifier

Amazon MBUS

AAC 51T Flash Hider

Rail Covers

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- Sidearms

-ASG CZ P-09

Amazon Flashlight

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-WE Glock 19

Compensator

RMR

SureFire X300U

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-KJW Glock 17

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I mainly use the green laser and my lowest power/widest field eyepiece, skipping the finder scope altogether when using my main scope. The finder scope is a 6x30, Orion, and does mount via dovetail. It's an okay finder scope, easy to calibrate, and got me by for a while and I still have it on there to use. On my other scope I just use a red dot finder like the one you linked to. Some people really like Telrads. Here's a tip: try keeping both eyes open when using the finder, it feels weird at first, but once you get used to it it's easier to aim. Keep on practicing and good luck!

That's not accurate at all.

The stock sight literally looks through the rail. There's a notch cut in the rail to be able to look through.

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/ruger.jpg

As the TRS25 sits above the rail, it'd be impossible for it to co-witness.

Here's a guy who put that together anyway though: http://www.perfectunion.com/vb/ruger-10-22/112769-bought-new-10-22-today.html#post968513

And his pic here really shows how much higher the TRS25 would sit above the sight-line of the open sights (which again look straight through that channel in the pic rail): http://www.perfectunion.com/vb/attachments/ruger-10-22/30113d1457466285-bought-new-10-22-today-100464147.jpg

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That being said, you do have options. A riser won't really help, because the cross-bar for any pic mount is going to block the view. However, a QD mount for the TRS would allow you to quickly take it off if need be and use the irons.

Or, as is always the answer: Tech Sights will co-witness. But you'd need both the front and rear as they're both taller.

amazon

Good one, i forgot that i have this green laser. Really strong and holds zero well.

Pinty Hunting Rifle Green Laser Sight Dot Scope Adjustable with Mounts https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019Q05CNY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_v-SFDbMEY1CV8

UTG 3-Slot QD Lever Mount Adaptor and Riser, Medium Profile https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BUVLZES/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_LfJGzbCVVHYP0


Maybe? Only one pin so it should fit decently and provide a solid 1913 surface.

Im thinking of trying this https://www.amazon.ca/UTG-3-Slot-Adaptor-Medium-Profile/dp/B00BUVLZES/ref=pd_cp_200_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=XP5W0ZNJWRSGZPZE2CV8

But that might be too high for you as well.

Streamlight's Polytac can be had for about $35. Throw it in a Blackhawk mount, and you've got a decent setup for less than $50.

This was the rear sight I was planning to go with if I got a pinned front sight upper since I saw no need for a folding rear sight.

https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Super-Picatinny-Fixed-Sight/dp/B077BHS1BK/

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You can go cheaper yet, but they start looking a little sketchy IMO.

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Edit: also, the kit you linked has the EPT trigger which is supposedly a good improvement over standard mil-spec. I was just reading a review today that put it on par with the ALG QMS trigger.

UTG Sights: https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Profile-Hunting-Trophy-Mounts/dp/B07BK8C457/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?crid=J6Z8USCRXFTQ&keywords=utg+iron+sights&qid=1554472099&s=gateway&sprefix=utg+iron+&sr=8-8

and

https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Super-Picatinny-Fixed-Sight/dp/B077BHS1BK/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?crid=J6Z8USCRXFTQ&keywords=utg+iron+sights&qid=1554472076&s=gateway&sprefix=utg+iron+&sr=8-7

Or


Daniel Defense Sights: https://www.amazon.com/Daniel-Defense-19-088-09116-Fixed-Front/dp/B007RE4QIO

Leopold rifleman

Leupold Rifleman Rf 3/8"" Detachable See-Thru Rm Matte 57323 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001HN5H7K/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_X4qMBbXKPKXKZ