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  • smittyb

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    A red dot would be great for the fast multiple target acquisition but I do want to be able to reach out and hit stuff as well. I am currently looking for something in the 1-4/2-6x that is compact enough to be able to put NV or thermal in front of it.
    Any suggestions?
    What Price point?
    Texas SOT
     

    Dawico

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    A red dot would be great for the fast multiple target acquisition but I do want to be able to reach out and hit stuff as well. I am currently looking for something in the 1-4/2-6x that is compact enough to be able to put NV or thermal in front of it.
    Any suggestions?
    I don't pretend to know the NV/ thermal market well but I would start with them and work your way backwards if you want to go clip on. Rail room might be an issue.

    I do say go thermal though.

    I personally would go with Thermal and day scope as separate units with quick releases.

    Not much help beyond that though.
     

    Dawico

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    I really like my Leupold 1.1-4x VX-R Patrol in that range. Regular scope with a red dot center point as needed.

    They have a 3-9x available too.

    Primary Arms, Nightforce, Vortex, and others have higher powered options but keep the low 1x power. Up to 1-8x are available if you really want the zoom.
     

    Hoji

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    I really like my Leupold 1.1-4x VX-R Patrol in that range. Regular scope with a red dot center point as needed.

    They have a 3-9x available too.

    Primary Arms, Nightforce, Vortex, and others have higher powered options but keep the low 1x power. Up to 1-8x are available if you really want the zoom.
    Off to do some homework. Do you know how long the Leupold is?
     

    smittyb

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    I personally love the Burris RT-6, which is a true 1-6. I run 2 of them, and they blow away the PA and Vortex.(I’m sure that will ruffle some feathers.)
    It is bigger and heavier than a 1-4 though.

    Also check out the Leupold Mark AR, but the Leupold are not true 1x.
     

    Hoji

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    Just remembered I had these. Eotech with Eotech 3x magnifier and a Trijicon Reflex.

    Will probably take the Eotech off as it really messes with the profile of the gun
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    Dawico

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    Off to do some homework. Do you know how long the Leupold is?
    10" with a 3" eye relied. It is a 1.25-4 also.

    They also have a "hog" version which is cheaper. About $200 compared to $500 or so.

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    Pops1955

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    It’s here! View attachment 198627 Did not take it out and shoot it yet. It is raining so hard the rounds would just fall to the ground before hitting a target anyway:roflsmile:( at least according to someone)
    Gun feels solid and points easily. I don’t think I will have a tough time adjusting to a 16.25” barrel.

    Now to decide on optics....

    You will love the 16.25" barrel. My Marlin 45-70 Trapper is my favorite gun to shoot of all time.

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    Hoji

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    Question for ya. Why use the pepr mount? It looks as if it would be too high to get a good cheek weld.
    I like one piece mounts. I was originally using Warne rings but they were not working for me( two sets two low, last set fubar’d from store) went with the Burris because I was tired of fucking with regular rings.

    As for cheek welds, never been an issue.
     

    hoghunting

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    As for cheek welds, never been an issue.
    That was going to be my question as the scope seems to be sitting a little higher than just using rings. As long as it fits you, that's all that matters. Nice rifle and additions you made.
     
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