Posted on Aug 28, 2016
What are your opinions on red dot vs variable scopes for AR-15 rifles and best options under $500?
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I've used red dot, acog and iron rights on the ar... I have always favored iron sights over all other optics. Just my opinion
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Sgt John H. -
You can accomplish close range with a good 1-4 or 1-6 variable scope just a well as a red dot. And be better prepared for that long shot.
You can accomplish close range with a good 1-4 or 1-6 variable scope just a well as a red dot. And be better prepared for that long shot.
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Sgt John H.
MSgt (Join to see) - It certainly is. Still love it.... I try to hit the range at least once a week.
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It really depends on the purpose and the environment. For close up, you can't beat the red-dot (I use EoTechs and that was my go-to in the cities of Iraq). For distance, the ACOG is fantastic and used for convoys in rural environments (think Afghanistan)
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Richard Pollock
100% agree, it depends on the mission. Love the red dot on my carbine (AR-15), my next build will be a varminter.
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Red dots with irons as your back up that's what I have and I can still shot 300+ meters with my irons if the red dot goes out.
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