(Part 2) Best gun scopes according to redditors
We found 1,620 Reddit comments discussing the best gun scopes. We ranked the 505 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
Honestly, the AR Optics series is pretty decent for the price. I used the first gen 3-9 on my 5.56 SPR build for quite a while and it did well. They track alright and the glass is ok. It's been getting kicked around on an airsoft bolt action for about a year and is still going strong. It's been dropped, tossed, hit with bbs, and bashed on walls going through buildings. At the $80 I paid, I'd do it again.
I have this one which looks different than yours, though. I think you have the newest gen. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BD55L82/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_LP1PCb9WPKHP0
Get a vortex, primary arms, or bushnell scope.
Don't waste your time on trash.
True, and it's all good. The exact one is this one here: https://www.amazon.com/wipboten-Rifle-Illuminated-Crosshair-Scopes/dp/B01M590FGM/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=ACOG&qid=1556298797&s=gateway&sr=8-5
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01M590FGM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TJGzDbVYASBZB
On my backup gun I run this Pinty reflex sight. It's cheap and gets the job done. The adjustable brightness is a nice touch if you're playing in a dark/light environment.
On my main gun I run the Bushnell TRS-25. Definitely the best bang for your buck. Great construction and a super clear and sharp reticle.
$35 for rail system.
$25 for scope.
$10 for toilet paper when you have to wipe your shit scope off the ground when it's violently ejected from your Mosin's first shot.
Bushnell Tactical Elite
I really like this scope, it holds a pretty good zero and is pretty rugged for the abuse ive put it through.
I use a Vortex Crossfire II 2-7x32 and love it. Very clear glass and a good eye box. It is a little more than your budget though. I usually sit around 3-5x
Nikon has a 3-9x for $90. I've heard they make good stuff but never used it.
I've heard Pinty is good if you're on a budget. Again, never used it.
I've heard the UTG bugbuster 3-9x is good. The onyl experience I have with UTG is their 1-4.5x which I like and their 3x magnifier which I did not like.
The Visionking 1.25-5x would be good. I very rarely go above 5x, and even then it's just for spotting.
Also available on Amazon for $97 right now.
This is likely OP's scope.
Simplest explanations tend to be the most likely, so I'll put it bluntly: That's a shitty scope with indifferent manufacturing and unknown quality.
Get a Burris rimfire, Sightron rimfire, Leupold rimfire, or other dedicated rimfire scope. It'll set you back about $100, but a $20 scope that can't be dialed in doesn't really represent cost savings.
Anyone know how this compares to Bushnell's equivalent, the AR/223 3-9x? (this one)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parallax
Vortex makes a 2-7 rim fire scope that I would highly recommend.
Vortex Optics Crossfire II 2-7x32 Rimfire, Second Focal Plane Riflescope - V-Plex Reticle (MOA) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00794LKMW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1gNDDbDW1F0WY
I got this one. No complaints, does what it should and it hasn't broken yet. This one looks alright too. Doesn't make sense to me to spend much more as I'm not a gunsmith.
On a scale of LOTR Universe Heroes, Vortex lines are thusly distributed:
In my opinion, the best value would be the Diamondback HP 3-12x42, at $275. Basically an under priced Viper.
wipboten Rifle Scope 4x32 Scope True Fiber Red Illuminated Crosshair BDC Gun Scopes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M590FGM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ydd1Db5GZHS7Q it holds zero so far, uses real tritium, good build quality, clear glass..worth it for what I do.
I was looking for a scope in that range too and came across a r/LongRange thread asking for a ~$100 scope recommendation a couple days ago[1]. After a bit of searching I decided to get a vortex crossfire 3-9 for my 10/22[2].
[1] https://www.reddit.com/r/longrange/comments/5lddd0/what_is_the_best_sub_100_yes_under_one_hundred/
[2] https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00794LK18/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Crossfire 3-9x40 is $150. It may be inexpensive, but Vortex believes in it enough to send you another one no matter what if it breaks.
Honestly, unless it's an emergency, there's no rush to buy a 91/30 online. Raid the stores near your house or wait for a gunshow to roll around your area so you'll be able to inspect the rifle before buying it. Gotta be careful with 70-year old rifles that go for 90 bucks online. You might pay a bit more (honestly, any difference in cost might be negated by FFL fees) for brick & mortar but the peace of mind's worth it.
As for the scope mount, you don't have to actually bother purchasing anything extra. The rear sight base is removable (two pins hold it in place) and once you slide it off it reveals what's basically a 3/8" dovetail mount. Plenty of YouTube vids explaining how to do it.
Once you have the base removed you can slap some 3/8" scope rings on there and mount a long eye relief scope that doesn't require bolt modifications. I myself use a NcStar 2-7x32mm pistol scope, $40 on Amazon.
It's up to you whether you want the recoil pad. The rifle does have a bit of kick (the heft on the full-size one negates this a bit), but it's nothing you can't get used to.
ATI stocks are generally OK quality (I've got one for my Marlin 60) and decently priced but unless they're something drastically wrong with your furniture I wouldn't bother. There's plenty of aftermarket furniture available for purchase if you cruise online shops.
If you feel like getting your hands dirty, you can refinish the stock yourself (not as hard as it sounds) and make it look like what it did back in the Great Patriotic War. I'm planning on refinishing my whole '42 Izhevsk when I get back home.
G&G Combat Machine M4-A1 Carbine W/ 9.6v battery and Charger: Black Version
Tan Version
Pyramex i-force goggles [I own them, no fogging at all] : Link
Bravo Strike Steel Face Mask: Black
OD
Tactical Sling: Link
Tactical Premium Elite Force 0.20's BBs 5000: Link
Amazon Total (free shipping) : $23.96
Airsoft GI Total with "2013memorial" Coupon WITH UPS ground: $168.28
Grand Total: $192.64 (This is the price shipped)
Use those $37.36 and get some Camo Clothes from a local store or eBay, you'll get it cheaper than getting them from airsoft stores.
Don't need/want Camo Clothing?
Get a Vest UTG Vest
or perhaps spare magazine: Magazine
Or
Red Dot Scope
Or
Gloves & Knee Pads
That's pretty much it, see you on the field!
Edit: Just to make this clear, I tested my pyramex goggles with my 400FPS KWA SR10 with 0.25, sprayed around 5 shots to the lens and not even a scratch.. They're for about $20+ on airsoftgi/evike.. Amazon has better prices on most of the things.
Edit #2: Thanks to Bily_Mays for the correction on the coupon.
I did a scout scope on my mosin (though instead of using the picatinny rail I just mounted directly to the 3/8" rail beneath the rear sight). I used this scope with these rings. I've been very successful with this method. The scope sits just perfectly above the rifle, gives me a really nice sight. It's honestly brought new life into my mosin, made it even more fun. Holds zero, goes up to 7x magnification... can't really think of any downsides.
OK. To me Pennsylvania looks to be mostly green, not tan. Therefore I recommend you purchase green equipment which will suit the various types of camouflage you might want to switch between over the course of the seasons.
I personally don't recommend SCARs at all; I think they're failure-prone and poor value for money compared to ARs, but if you want one, you want one.
That said, I would recommend that you purchase:
Equipment | Model | Price | Comment
---|---|----|----
Eye Protection | Revision Desert Locust Fan Goggles (Foliage Green) | $149 | Affords maximum anti-fogging capability.
Eye Protection | Revision Desert Locust Thermal Lens | $28 | Affords maximum anti-fogging capability.
Lower-Face Protection | Matrix Mesh Mask (Ranger Green) | $13 |
Shirt | Military Surplus UBACS | ? | Choose a camouflage pattern suitable for your area.
Jacket | Military Surplus | ? | Choose a camouflage pattern suitable for your area.
Rig | Haley Strategic D3CRX (Ranger Green) | $180 | Everything you'll ever need and nothing you don't. Candidate for lower-price replacement.
Rig | Haley Strategic MP2 | $40 | Makes for much faster insertion/extraction.
Pack | Haley Strategic FlatPack (Ranger Green) | $135 | Integrates easily with the D3CRX and will carry things like water, spare ammunition, food and batteries. Candidate for lower-price replacement.
Gloves | ? | ? |
Trousers | Military Surplus | ? | Choose a camouflage pattern suitable for your area.
Belt | ? | ? |
Dump Pouch | ? | ? |
Primary Weapon | VFC SCAR-L (Tan) | $268 | Airsoft SCARs, with the exception of the costly TM Recoil Shock, are almost universally deeply flawed. If you want one, you want one...
Mid-Cap Magazine (x6) | G&P 130rd Metal STANAG (Tan) | $72 | These are metal-shelled and reasonably high-quality. Plan on carrying four in the chest rig and one in the gun, plus a spare to keep in case of failures.
Optic | VisionKing 1.25-5x26 Short Dot | $66 | Excellent quick-adjust low-mid-power scope.
Optic Mount | Element LaRue SPR-1.5 | $40 |
Vertical Foregrip | MagPul RVG (Dark Earth) | $24 |
Sling | ? | ? | Vickers-style quick-adjust 2-point strongly recommended. Work out how you want to attach it to the SCAR first.
Battery (x3) | Turnigy Nano-Tech 2000mAh 2S (7.4V) 15~25C LiPo | $33 | Batteries are grossly overpriced from airsoft retailers. These packs will fit the SCAR but aren't necessarily the biggest that will fit; I recommend waiting until you have the gun, measuring the compartment, inputting those measurements into HobbyKing's LiPo finder, and choosing the largest (mAh) 2S (7.4V) Turnigy Nano Tech pack you can fit into the gun.
Charger | Turnigy E3 Compact | $13 | Basic balance charger.
Battery Tester | Turnigy DLUX Tester/Balancer | $12 | Displays state of charge (preventing you from dropping below a safe voltage) and balances the cells in the pack for longevity.
| Total: | ~$ |
I mean, that's without a single upgrade in the gun - which really should at the very least have someone correct the AoE, do a re-shim (possibly requiring replacing the gears), possibly replace the bushings, perform a flat-hop, fit a Gate PicoSSR3 MOSFET, and convert the gun and batteries to Deans connectors.
I picked up this adorable scope for my P90-TR. It's p90 sized and ridiculously cheap.
I've got a Vortex Crossfire 2 on my rifle. They make a similar version for .22 rimfire with the parallax at 50 yards. It's a great scope imho and a fair bit cheaper than the Vortex Diamondback. The eye relief on the two is different though. I'm not sure if you're looking for something with a specific eye relief, but it is something to take into consideration.
Kit list:
Rifle:
WELL Remington 700 (W700)
CVLife 3-9 x 40mm Hunting Scope
MFH Universal Quick Adjustment Sling
Pistol:
ARMY R17 (3rd Gen)
Other:
Blackhawk CQB Canvas Belt
Blackhawk Nylon Hip Holster - Black, size 8
CONDOR MA23-002 Double Pistol Mag Pouch
KS Black Grip Tape
My kit so far. The W700 has had it's issues, but nothing a bit of elbow grease and time haven't fixed. It now shoots like a dream (Appx 400 FPS), and groups tight. I love the inconventional 30rnd stick magazine that runs parallel to the optic. They're super light and don't give me any feed issues. Originally the rifle looked like this, (Thanks UK Airsoft regulations), but a little Matt black paint sorted that out pretty quickly. The only other real adjustments I made was to fit two tiny rails for the scope, and remove the front iron sight. It just didn't look right with the optic attached, and I don't plan on using it without the scope anyway.
The R17 runs like a dream too. Only issue I had with it was that the ABS frame felt a little too plastic-y and would slip in my grip, so I added small strips of regular scooter grip tape to the main points of contact. The strips on the rear of the pistol grip need glueing, along with the one on the trigger, but the others have stuck fine. Might refit them after giving the lower a matt black coat in future. Also had a problem with one of the WE Mag's not feeding correctly, but I fixed that with a little filing down, and some lube.
The belt rig is super light, and I'll be attaching a water bottle, small medkit, and a utility pouch in future. Also going to be running with my 5.11 Rush 12 backpack with whatever other gear I need. I'll post a full loadout picture when I have everything, including clothing.
There are very expensive shit replicas and very cheap usable optics. (Basically an Eotech replica is expensive for how crappy it is. Go with something that’s a super simple rectangle/ circle of glass up front that’s not inside a tube or housing)
I’m really liking my Dagger Defense red dot. In fact here is an Even cheaper priced version that’s identical: https://www.amazon.com/Pinty-Reflex-Holographic-Different-Reticles/dp/B01EWAAWGU/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?keywords=red+dot&qid=1564699160&s=gateway&sr=8-11
I also used a $18 red dot from Amazon.com (basically one of the 100 Walther Red Dot knock offs) and actually liked it better than some of my real steel ones!
I have a couple UTG scopes (also sold as Leapers brand) that are remarkably good for their price. Their primary market is air guns, but they're good for 22s as well because they tend to have a very close minimum parallax distance. You might consider something like the 3-9x32 compact, the 3-9x40, or the fixed 4x (although that one doesn't have adjustable parallax). I would avoid going with anything higher than 9x magnification on cheap scopes, or anything with more than about a 3x zoom range, but other than that, I've been pretty amazed at the quality you can get now for under $100.
That said, of course a more expensive scope will usually get you better quality, but sometimes budget is more important. I still use my cheap scopes on my cheap rifles even though I have nice(er) scopes on my nice rifles now.
Palmetto State Armory is your friend. $400 you can have a functional rifle. http://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-16-midlength-5-56-nato-1-7-nitride-moe-ept-rifle-kit-rear-mbus-516444983.html
As far as optics go, you have some options. I really like Primary Arms and Vortex. The PA 1-6x ACSS goes for $289 and is a fantastic scope for the money. Primary Arms 1-6X24mm SFP Riflescope with Patented ACSS 5.56 / 5.45 / .308 Reticle Gen III - PA1-6X24SFP-ACSS-5.56 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XD6G7K1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BfCLAbWJ9A62H
If you want a fixed 3x scope like an ACOG, PA also has you there. Primary Arms 3X Compact Rifle Scope - ACSS 7.62 X 39 / 300 BO Reticle PAC3X300BO https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XQ45FBT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_2gCLAbRR8T49Z
Red dots are your fancy, Vortex is solid Vortex Optics StrikeFire 2 Red/Green Dot Sight with Cantilever Mount (SF-RG-501) and FREE Vortex Lens Pen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010OT8WAQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LmCLAbQJSN7PF
Want a cheaper red dot that’s still good? Bushnell Optics TRS-25 Hirise 1x 25mm Red Dot Riflescope with Riser Block, Matte Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ABP8YCA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_poCLAbC6DAVQ4
UTG makes some sights that are good enough to use on real guns. I have their 4.2" ITA red/green dot on my KWA SR7 and it's great. Sturdy and stable, holds zero even after rough handling, looks good.
Bang for the buck wise, the best sight I have is this generic one. It's a red / green cross hair and for $17 it's pretty amazing - no parallax problems, adjusts easily and keeps its settings, basically just does what it's supposed to.
I like reproduction sights for their looks, but a lot of them have issues like a dark sight picture, alignment problems, etc. Like the two EOTech clones I have work just well enough to be useful, but the picture is like looking through sunglasses, because that's a side effect of the cheap reflector technology they use. Neither of the sights I linked above have that problem. Inexpensive sights that are not designed for airsoft typically work better as actual sights, although obviously they don't look as cool.
You really won't get a worthwhile one at 100; keep the current scope if that's all you can put towards it. Take the 100 you have now and add 10-20 bucks a month for a few months. If you can get to like 150-175 a vortex crossfire II or a Nikon Prostaff are OK.
Vortex: http://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-Crossfire-Riflescope-CF2-31007/dp/B00794LK18/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1457328163&sr=8-2&keywords=vortex+crossfire+II
Nikon Prostaff: http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-ProStaff-Black-Riflescope-Nikoplex/dp/B004MY5L18/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1457328205&sr=8-2&keywords=Nikon+Prostaff
Redfield Revolution is OK at that price too: http://www.amazon.com/Redfield-67090-Revolution-3-9x40mm-4-Plex/dp/B0032KOSQW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457328234&sr=8-1&keywords=redfield+revolution
As it stands now, with only 100 dollars, you won't buy a better scope than it came with at all. You're better off not spending any money than spending 100.
I will say you get very significant jumps in quality going up to the mid 200s and then the ~350 range as well, but if those are just flat out of the budget, the three linked scopes are pretty much the only sub 200 dollar scopes I'd bother with at all on a centerfire.
Look into 1-4x20(24) tubes. Here are some that are up your alley.
I'm afraid it doesn't get much better than this.
>From the feedback on this sub, it seems obvious the general community thinks I should just get a normal scope, pay a lot for it, and forget the style.
This community is generally driven by purpose rather than aesthetics. Rifles are mostly bought for their performance and not their looks. That isn't to say that style isn't important but there are limits.
PSA pistol kit link 139.99
PSA 10.5" 9mm SQR 7" Pistol Kit $549.99
PSA Blem lower link 59.99
Sniper sights from amazon link 24.95
UTG red dot it is not amazing but at 50 yards or less it is fine link
Magpul stock and buffer kit link
119.95
Liberty suppressor 550.00
400 in tax stamps.
total 1444.87 for gun and 400.00 for stamps 1844.87 Sure i built it out in 9mm but I spent about 5 minutes looking around I could make it cheaper with more time and more searching.
http://www.amazon.com/CVLIFE-Tactical-Reticle-Crosshair-Hunting/dp/B007UT3OFC/ref=sr_1_2?s=hunting-fishing&ie=UTF8&qid=1421427457&sr=1-2&keywords=rifle+scope
The scope looks significantly better than what was in the picture and is extremely common on BB/Airsoft. I have no idea what you're talking about clarity. Of course, you're seeing the scope through a camera lense, but there is nothing that makes me think this scope is over $50.
For $0.90 more you can have free purchase protection and cash back from your CC company.
The NC Star optic he referenced costs all of $45. Dunno what your $700 dollar solution is, but it isn't that scope.
Maybe you could just work on shooting with iron sights first before you mount an optic. Two or even three hundred yards is totally feasible with open sights. Hell, if I can get expert ribbons at four hundred yards with an M-16, you should be good to go. Just practice more, the ammo is cheap enough.
All scopes worth a damn look that way. This one looks bigger because of the lens covers. Here's a quick one I took without them.
CLICK ON ME!
I bought mine off a Swedish retailer (I assumed you were American, because, you know, Internet), but you can get it off of UK Amazon, if you want to.
If you want an inexpensive bipod (cheaper than a Harris), go with a Caldwell XLA in the height range you need. If you're shooting prone, go with a short one; sitting a taller one.
For a cheaper scope, I'd go up about 20 bucks and get one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Crossfire-Rimfire-Reticle-CF2-31001R/dp/B00794LKMW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1422678287&sr=8-2&keywords=vortex+crossfire+ii+2-7
Vortex has one of the best warranties in the industry. If you drop your gun and break the scope, they'll send you a new one. New, used, purchased through an unlicensed retailer, it doesn't matter- they will replace it.
If you want some links, I own both of these and they both work nicely for Nerf.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EWAAWGU
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YRIHYIW
need magnification.
there are plenty of bushnell, bsa and simmons scopes that should do the job just fine for 40-50. the bushnell banner for example. it wont have the clarity of a vortex, but they will hold up fine against a 22lr. they dont have the no question asked warranty that vortex does, but if its not user error, they will still replace it.
that said, if, when im ready to pull the trigger, the vortex goes down below $100, like it has before, ill go for it, cause it would definitely be a great scope with great clarity, and the parallax would be setup for the ranges id be shooting squirrels at(50-100)
It's this one good sir! https://www.amazon.com/Sports-2-7X32-Relief-Scope-Rings/dp/B003BRB1PM
This scope has extremely long eye relief (usable between 8-18") if you're looking to mount it scout style. I own it personally and it works fantastic, and even comes with it's own scope rings. Review on amazon say it holds up to use on real steel rifles, so I wouldn't worry about it losing zero on a tippmann.
You should get this one.
Legit answer:
https://www.amazon.com/Sports-Compact-Rangfinder-Scope-Rings/dp/B0052G6I2G/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1497413421&sr=1-2&keywords=2x+scope
Anything more is overkill.
Which of these two scopes would work the best for plinking/squirrel hunting. Yes, I know they are both Chinese crap, but I don't have much money. Any good deals in $25-30 range?
Option 1: https://www.amazon.com/CVLIFE-Tactical-Reticle-Crosshair-Hunting/dp/B007UT3OFC/ref=sr_1_19?s=hunting-fishing&ie=UTF8&qid=1542046737&sr=1-19&keywords=rifle+scope
Option 2: https://www.amazon.com/CVLIFE-Compact-Crosshair-Optics-Hunting/dp/B01BBTS3JI/ref=sr_1_6?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1542046850&sr=1-6&keywords=compact+rifle+scope
Ok...so with the exception that I posted, they're garbage. Not going to nitpick this into the ground, not interested in being 'right' on the internet. Examples of said garbage:
http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Green-Sight-Adaptor-Flip-Open/dp/B004HICPHW
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005UGIPUQ/ref=pd_aw_sim_200_3?ie=UTF8&dpID=41lwQpLA92L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C86_&refRID=033305SB2323RTRH310Y
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00457SRBI/ref=pd_aw_sim_200_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=51eDKYv3bZL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C100_&refRID=1VE1AJ38TMWRDXPP6HV4
Etc etc etc. this is the crap i'm referring to.
Something like this.
http://www.amazon.com/Burris-300208-AR-332-Prism-Sight/dp/B002QEUPEE
http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Optics-Green-T-Dot-Riflescope/dp/B0019SS8CE
Any idea how it compares to the Primary Arms 1-4 or the Bushnell AR Optics 1-4? Or anything else you have to compare it against? The Crossfire II is at the top of my list actually along with those others I mentioned.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GX66ZDQ/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ABP5UXG/
uh. I think I got mine at this price on amazon. It comes and goes sometimes it's $180-190 then dips to $150-160. Here's the link -> https://www.amazon.com/Nikon-P-223-3-9x40-Mate-BDC/dp/B006YVT0R8/ref=sr_1_4?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1479332787&sr=1-4&keywords=nikon+3-9 DOES NOT COME WITH MOUNTS, so cabelas is the better deal.
Mueller APV 4-14x40 which is finger adjustable under the caps for $108 or Meuller APT which has target turrets for $169. These are very well regarded budget scopes.
Thank you! Here’s the optic on amazon, best price i could find:
Primary Arms 1-4X 24 Illuminated Scope, Black
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GX66ZDQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VNfbBbYQWCJQW
Yes
Optic looks like this or a clone of it.
> That optic is $160.
$115 on Amazon, and I've seen them even cheaper than that.
Even at $.30/round that 600 rounds of ammo is worth less than $200. A brand new M&P will run you under $600. Guy is trying to make all of his money back selling all that shit at retail. I'd walk away from this one, OP.
UTG DS3840
Don't.
If you want a red dot buy this.
If you want a scope buy this.
Cheap combos are a waste of money.
I got this, this, this, and this. If you're doing it only once then it may be worth it, but if you're gonna do it for multiple sights then you might wanna get the tools.
Aero precision July 2016, '76 special. clive bipod, magpul stock, atlas handguard. Acog is a knockoff from Amazon that works really well!
There are triggerlocks, but they don't fit on or between any triggerguard.
And I must ask, why such concerns? Do you got kids?
Gun safety is always a good idea, but if you don't cock your airgun, which just can't happen on accident, then it won't discharge or do anything. And carrying around your gun cocked and loaded is never a good idea and you shouldn't do that anyways.
I've never heard of a thing like a lock that prevents accidental cocking or something.
Only thing I can think of are old timey Walther rifles and the Weihrauch HW 35, which has a thumb lever you need to push in order to break the barrel.
Every Weihrauch and lots of other guns also have build in safeties that engage, once the gun is cocked and lock the trigger to prevent discharge.
And there are lots of attachments. Of course there are reflex sights and ACOG style sights as well. Only ACOG style sights I know cost more than 80€.
You can get reflex sights for 20, but those have a messy red dot that's so big, it will block your target at any range farther than 10m
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004HICPHW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1450714846&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=Utg+red+dot&dpPl=1&dpID=41y92FiIIxL&ref=plSrch
I've only heard good about ^that^ UTG one.
Otherwise maybe a compensator or moderator for airguns. Both help a bit with accuracy and the moderator muffles the sound a bit.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006Z07JTE (3x fixed)
Or
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006YVT0R8 (3-9 variable)
These are about as cheap as you should go and not be in the crap range.
Here's what I use.
It's 4x, which is plenty high for airsoft. Nice and compact, a little heavy, but not at all bothersome, great view and a nice reticle. All for $25!
> UTG 4X32 1" Hunter Scope
About $37 from Amazon
Vortex Crossfire II 1-4x - $109.99 w/ free shipping
Burris PEPR 30mm Scope Mount - $89.99 w/ free shipping
1-4x setup for less than the two prism options you have listed above.
EDIT The Primary Arms 1-4x can also be found four about $120 w/ free shipping.
A pre-installed mosfet/etu is the best you're gonna get for trigger response at a lower price. All the aftermarket drop-in mosfet/etu system are quite expensive relative to the price of that g&g r8-l.
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I'm guessing the battery that it comes with is the 9.6v nimh? a 7.4v lipo will be far better for trigger response (at least as far as you can get with a small budget). Lipo batteries can be had for ~$10 each on hobbyking, and a basic smart charger will only cost you between $15-30, depending on what features you want.
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The "scope" that it comes with is just a cheap red dot sight. You can find plenty of affordable and reliable red dot sights on Amazon or ali-express (example).
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The bundle might be convenient, but it's definitely not the best route you should take.
It's a budget optic, good for plinking and .22LR. The maker says it's rated for shotguns, so throw it on a HD shotgun for cheap?
Amazon reviews at bottom
I mainly want a durable, budget optic that holds zero to plink with. Trying to stay under 150, 175 max. These are the two I've been looking at. Very torn on which one to get. both highly regarded, relatively same price. Got paid in today.
http://www.amazon.com/Crossfire-II-3-9x40mm-Riflescope/dp/B009L5HBVQ
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-P-223-3-9x40-Mate-BDC/dp/B006YVT0R8/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1407935857&sr=1-1&keywords=nikon+p223
Aero Precision OEM
Mentium 15' Slim Handguard
Magpul MOE Stock
Precision Armament M4-72 Muzzle Brake
Vortex Strikefire II Red Dot
Cheap PTC Flip ups
Cheap Front grip
Never use pliers to force open optics. It's a bad idea. For that matter, don't have pliers laying around for any gun-related maintenance.
20mm scopes are too small for any aftermarket rings. Your scope is now a paperweight, basically.
http://www.amazon.com/Sports-Compact-Rangfinder-Scope-Rings/dp/B0052G6I2G/
On a side note, I think that you should probably just stop investing money into this 'role'.
The thing is, if you don't at least get a VSR-10 clone (which you can upgrade the bucking with, the bare minimum for a sniper rifle worth using), you're basically wasting your time and money, because cheapo snipers are no better than or possibly even worse than cheap spring rifles which you can get for a fraction of the price.
A Cybergun spring FAMAS can actually outshoot a UTG Master Sniper by a decent margin consistently (even if its FPS is lower), and the FAMAS is only $40.
In order to even make the scope investment worth it, you have to at least match AEG accuracy, which you can't do on a cheap sniper that has a poorly machined barrel and a bad proprietary hop-up.
How would you say it compares to this one? http://www.amazon.com/BSA-30mm-Red-Dot-Scope/dp/B000N8MZOI/ref=pd_sim_sbs_sg_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1XN7300TEYZ74QKJXQXJ
Was it this? I was looking at that too but some of the reviews said it would zero and stuff.
I just got this one and I’m really happy with it: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EWAAWGU
I’ve only taken it out once and didn’t take any hits to it, so I can’t speak to durability, but it seems like a tougher design than most reflex sights.
I did need to get a riser for it though and went with this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075S3DZGY
Edit: you can see the two pieces together on my DFender on this post if you are interested: https://www.reddit.com/r/paintball/comments/cf7qs0/my_faithful_tippmann_procarbine_turned_18_this/
You can get a crossfire for $149 now
A Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 would be a good option for shooting 100yrds.
$1600 gun with a $27 red dot
http://www.amazon.com/BSA-30mm-Red-Dot-Scope/dp/B000N8MZOI
I use this mount, works fine so far.
And this scope
Hardest part of mounting/zeroing was getting the stock rear sight off.
Info:
I'll run this gun as shown in the first pic. All the extras are from my other guns and just for the shoot.
Really pleased with this mount. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009ZKHD3S/ref=pe_175190_21431760_3p_M3T1_ST1_dp_1
Solid as a rock and mounts well to the dovetail. I left my rear pin in and filed a little off of the mount so that the pin acts as a stop bar. If I cared a little more about looks I'd have drilled holes instead. But honestly it doesn't need more than the included stopper as long as you drill a small impression for the pin. Also Pleased with this scope if you are looking for that too. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FH6M00/ref=pe_175190_21431760_3p_M3T1_ST1_dp_1
This is the one I have on my Mosin:
http://www.amazon.com/NcStar-3-9X40-Black-Scope-SFB3940R/dp/B000FHBQWOhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FH6M00/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's not the greatest scope ever, but if you get it mounted good it stays true. It'll do until I decide to drop some more money in it and get a bent bolt.
Edit: I linked the wrong scope. It's really 2-7x.
this one is good though.
The KIDD receivers are billet aluminum. Yeah, I need to get off my butt and order one. It's going to be fun for sure. For the build I already have:
I'm just going to buy the rest of the KIDD stuff (trigger pack, bolt, etc) to finish the gun out. I'll most likely be upgrading optics too at a later date.
Please just buy it brand new off Amazon for $19 more here
the price is better (by half!) on the 3x9-40mm (link to Amazon here), and Bushnell is obviously one of the big players.
Do you have an opinoin on how it compares to the Vortex? half the price for better magnification and objective lens is pretty nice. Everyone seems to love the Vortex toughness as well as warranty. How does Bushnell compare?
I have this Mueller scope on mine. Love it
I have two 22LR rifles, one with a Simmons 3-9 rimfire scope for about $40, one with a Vortex Crossfire 2 3-9 for more like $120.
The simmons is sufficient, but the extra $100 does buy a significantly sharper view. So I guess it depends on what your wallet likes. I would point you to the nicer glass, especially if you're practicing distance/bullseye shooting.
FFP is really only important for helping you figure out how far or how big a target is. You don't need such a thing for rimfire shooting IMO.
A Silverback SRS-A1 16" in OD Green with a Mancraft HPA bolt, Visionking Short Dot, and a 7.62mm suppressor replica.
[P223 is what I'm looking at personally] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006YVT0R8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_waykzbH76H61V)
Vision King 1.25-5x26 Shortdot
It is a Bushnell AR Optics 1x MP
T-Reticle (Red or Green)
https://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Optics-Illuminated-Reticle-Riflescope/dp/B0019SS8CE
I originally bought it for the AR, however wasn't really happy with the combination, so it's been sitting on the shelf until I got the CZ. I had it out on the range, and I have to say I am really happy with this combo.
Mostly externals, i got a Vision king Short Dot, some canted rails and a knockoff mbus sight, Some UTG Max Strength Picatinny Rings (med but high might be better), and a plano gun case. Might get a new forgrip and grip eventually, and a metal receiver but i want to do internals next.
Looks almost exactly like this $27 BSA one.
I have the same gun. BTW you will NOT regret the purchase. This gun will do everything a $1000-1500 gun will do. If i were you id fist swap out the stock for one with a recoil pad this is a good one here:
https://www.magpul.com/products/moe-sl-carbine-stock-mil-spec
(to save you research the stock specs for your gun are carbine & mil-spec)
Next would be an optic. I really like the vortex optic below:
https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-StrikeFire-Cantilever-SF-RG-501/dp/B010OT8WAQ/ref=sr_1_4?s=hunting-fishing&ie=UTF8&qid=1542048825&sr=1-4&keywords=vortex+red+dot
But i ended up going with an aimpoint pro because i got a good deal.
https://www.amazon.com/Aimpoint-PRO-Patrol-Rifle-Optic/dp/B007GDR0I4/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1542048949&sr=1-2&keywords=aimpoint+pro
Pinty Red & Green Reflex Holographic Rifle Scope Dot Sight 4 Different Reticles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EWAAWGU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JJoZCb3B5R6MQ
It's this bad boy. All quality baby
i already have the trs-25 at the moment (it will go on my ruger 10/22) i just wanted a magnified scope to easily reach out and hit targets a bit further away ill check out primary arms thanks!
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how about this primary arms?
$66 http://www.amazon.com/Hawke-Sport-Optics-Mil-Dot-Recticle/dp/B004VPU4R4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1457545162&sr=8-3&keywords=hawke+scope
$40 http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Hunter-Scope-Mil-dot-Airgun/dp/B005UGIR36/ref=sr_1_7?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1457545187&sr=1-7&keywords=utg+scope
I would honeslty recommed saving up about $150, and get a glass etched reticle 3-12x40 or so, UTG or Hawke. I have both brands, in various magnifications, and as long as you get etched reticle it is nice. The wire reticles are hugely fat, and obscure targets - I can shoot smaller than the width of the reticle.
> crossfire II rim fire
Is this enough scope for 100 yards of squirrel hunting?
I've heard good things about the Visionking 1.25-5x26 shortdot and the UTG Leapers 1-4x28 scope.
Amazon for less than 100.
BD ACOG Style Rifle Scope 4x32 True Fiber Red Illuminated Crosshair BDC Gun Scopes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M590FGM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_TAXWJwPSnNfON
I like the Mueller APT.
Size limit?
For my carbine build I have the Vortex Optics SPR-1303, a 3x sight that's awesome. Runs about $300. https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-SPR-1303-Spitfire-EBR-556B/dp/B00HYRGNLM/ref=cm_rdp_product
For my rifle build I have the Nikon P-223 for $165. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006YVT0R8/ref=od_aui_detailpages01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Hey! I have an M&P Pro, I installed an Apex comp trigger kit in it - to do so required removing the rear sight, you're absolutely right you have to remove the set screw on top of the sight and then drift it out (which I found to be nearly impossible by hand, either my dove tail was crazy tight or something was holding it in - I used a lot of kroil and purchased/used this sight pusher from amazon to get the job done. You might have better luck moving it than I did, but heres a couple of videos on YouTube which is a great resource, good luck!
i found the 35 dollar amazon ones work pretty well. i went somewhere to get my sight pushed back in and it was gonna cost 35. this did the trick in 10 minutes.
Alternatively, Amazon has it for $130, Prime eligible. More than PSA by a lot, but guaranteed you'll have it in 2 days if you have Prime.
After almost zeroed with a cheapo optic not shown, http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Green-Sight-Adaptor-Flip-Open/dp/B004HICPHW
Standing, no rest.
I went Diamonback HP 3-12x42. I am shooting 130gr Hornady SST
Sited it in for 200 yards and love it. Mine was averaging 3077 fps at about 10 foot with the Hornady. I also put a Limbsaver recoil pad on it and you barely notice any kick, its great.
I got this one. works well for flat sided slides. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016X5STKS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_CtHcyOJ24N8dW
Browsing amazon right now and I'm not too sure what I'm looking at. Many of them say they include "airgun rings" but I've got no clue if they're airgun rated....
Even the reviews and Q/A at the bottom of the page can't decide if it is or isn't airgun rated lmao
Edit: oh my... all of the scopes that actually seem suitable for the gun will cost just about as much as the gun! haha
And you said:
Laser sights
Scopes
And "assault rifle additions"
Were all somehow federally regulated. You are wrong about that.
Lego batman (first one)
Steam ID
I used to play air-soft and I loved my red dot.
Thank you OP
Sounds like you just want the look. Maybe something like this I have no idea how this optic is but it kiiinda looks like an ACOG
Get this: www.amazon.com/UTG-Hunter-Scope-Mil-dot-Airgun/dp/B005UGIR36
Get the sight pusher if you think you might own more than one Glock or if you might want to experiment with a couple different sight setups.
I've got one pretty much like this and it's more than paid for itself.
Edit - There's also this one for the front sight. I have this, but it was really too deep for me, so I filled most of the socket with Gorilla Glue and it's perfect now.
I also found the Vortex Strikefire and like the price point.
My usual answer for someone seeking a budget scope: the Mueller Optics APV or APT. Lots of bang for the buck. The APV has a 1" tube, the APT has a 30mm tube. The APV:
http://www.amazon.com/Mueller-Rifle-Scope-Black-4-5-14/dp/B000SULCTA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377900727&sr=8-1&keywords=mueller+apv
The APT:
http://www.amazon.com/Mueller-Tactical-Rifle-Scope-4-5-14/dp/B0039O3JPM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377900785&sr=8-1&keywords=mueller+apt
ETA: The Muellers have adjustable parallax.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EWAAWGU/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1. Shows as unavailable, but the same thing is probably on AMZ somewhere under another brand name -- poke around.
EDIT: Its probably the sames as this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZM3TMO0/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?psc=1
A little while back I decided it was about time I built myself an AR-15, to fill that little corner of my collection that has been empty for too long. I was finally able to finish it earlier today.
Lower: Anderson Lower and LPK
Upper: Radical Firearms 16" 5.56 COMPLETE Upper w/ Radical Hybrid Rail
Optics: Vortex Optics Strikefire II Red/Green Dot w/ Cantilever Mount
Grip: Magpul MOE FDE
Stock: Magpul MOE-SL Carbine Stock FDE
Sights: Magpul MBUS Gen 2 Forward and Rear Flip Sights FDE
Forward Grip: Seekins Precision K20 Keymod Forward Grip FDE
Panels: Midwest Industries Keymod Panels
Outside of having to file the detent for the safety selector, and fighting like crazy to get the hammer pin past the J spring, the build went together fairly easily. There is a slight bit of slop between the lower and the upper, but its nothing I feel any desire to try and fix. It really is fine as it is.
I bought the 10/22 Takedown and it came with a nice case.
Get him a basic scope, it's fun at the range. I think this is the one I use - I had it laying around, threw it on, and it works perfectly. 1" grouping at 100 yards the first time I ever shot the rifle, and ever shot that range, basically completel noob.
Trigger locks are gimmicks. I bought several and was able to defeat them in seconds using basic hand tools. I don't trust them around my 4yo. Put it in your safe.
Get a basic cleaning kit. Cleaning it is half the fun.
Presenting it: My family always had this gag where they'd bring out a giant box ... with another box in it ... and on and on until it was something small and useless that was a hint to the real present. Maybe do that with a single .22 round, and then he gets to do it again with the rifle. If you get him the takedown, he will probably think it's a pistol. :)
https://photosolve.com/main/product/xtendasight/index.html
You can then buy any red dot sight(RDS) that fits that style of dovetail. I bought this one. I use it for sighting in the 200-250mm range depending on the lens. Best thing I ever bought for my DSLR setup. The Telrad would be way, way too heavy for a shoe mount. The setup listed above works just as well as my Telrad on my 12" Dob.
Edit Btw, if you order that rail from photosolve, order the dovetail adapter when you place it. I don't need it for that setup I listed, but you may for another RDS you find. From what I could see you could only get the adapter while purchasing the rail so it's better to have it than not be able to get it later.
Here is what I use on my airsoft guns.
Not what you want persay but its a good value.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007UT3OFC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Nah i don't own the Leupold. It was the optic i wanted but like oyu said, i think i had 30mm rings. They didn't have a mount for a Tikka t3 in stock so i didn't buy the Leupold. I ended up buying a vortex Diamondback HP https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HYRGTES/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01M590FGM/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I put a Mueller 4.5 - 14x40 mm on my 10/22. I can draw smiley faces at the range now.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HYRGTES/ref=s9_hps_bw_g200_i6
Should I get this oer the primary arms?
Amazon finally shipped me my Bushnell AR 223 3-9 scope this week
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BD55L82
Paid $89 for it on a deal so I figured why not
Bushnell https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BD55L82/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I ordered this one, it has good reviews, so I hope it'll be good!
Nikon P-223 3-9x40 BDC 600 Rifle Scope $169.95 - BDC is a scope where you choose the round that best shoots from your rifle and send Nikon the specs of the round. They will send back the exact distances for your round so there is not need for "Kentucky Windage" for longer shots. [Here is a site that has coupon codes for additional] savings(https://www.retailmenot.com/view/opticsplanet.com)
Here is a 7 min explanation of BDC: It's Fantastic
Same Scope From Amazon - $166.95
Try the UTG Tri-Rail mount and the NcStar 2-7x32 scope, great combo.
http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Mosin-Nagant-Tri-Rail-Mount/dp/B001WIYTUG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1377501801&sr=8-2&keywords=utg+tri+rail
http://www.amazon.com/NcStar-2-7X32-Pistol-Scope-SPB2732B/dp/B000FH6M00/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377501824&sr=8-1&keywords=NcStar+2-7x32
I'm mounting this on a '43 Izhevsk Ex-PU sniper. Mount is solid and the scope is clear. If you want to be cheap there is also a 3/8 in dovetail under the rear sight base. Use that scope though, you need the long eye relief. Pretty good reviews, and clear glass.
>generally regarded as trash and so is the vast majority of Amazon optics.
What you buy matters, not from where:
https://www.amazon.com/Primary-Arms-Illuminated-Scope-Black/dp/B00GX66ZDQ
https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-Spitfire-Prism-Scope/dp/B00HYRGNLM
https://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Zone-223-Reticle-Riflescope-Turrets/dp/B00ABP5UXG
https://www.amazon.com/Trijicon-Illuminated-Horseshoe-Ballistic-Reticle/dp/B0024MMRH6
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B016X5STKS/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1451327489&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=sight+pusher+tool&dpPl=1&dpID=41rBKKCPgwL&ref=plSrch that'll probably work, as long as you have some basic experience with hand tools you can figure out a way to use it without marring your slide or sights. Most of the people who complain about these universal tools couldn't figure out simple things like having to flip the slide around to use the beveled side of the pusher when putting the sight back on.
I just went through weeks of research to try and get a scope on my mosin and although I was on a budget I think I have a nice set up coming.
I used a rail to replace the rear sight and then bought a long eye relief scope. I spent $70 ish all total and I think it should be accurate to about 150 yards.
rail:
http://centerfiresystems.com/MNTMOI03.aspx
scope:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FH6M00/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I havent shot the rifle yet, I'm going to on monday