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View Poll Results: Which type of optic do you run on your go to M&P15?
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Red dot (such as an Aimpoint)
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Holographic (such as an EOTech)
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Low power scope (such as Vortex Strike Eagle)
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What type of optic do you run on your M&P15?
Just taking a poll to see which type of optic is the most popular option. Might help some people decide if they're on the fence as well, but for me, I'm just surveying.
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What type of optic do you run on your M&P15?
I have an Aimpoint Pro on mine and it's solid. However, If the Vortex Sparc AR would have been available before I purchased the Aimpoint I'd probably would have gone that route and saved some cash, it's half the price of the Aimpoint and I've heard is also very solid as well.
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What type of optic do you run on your M&P15?
Aimpoint PRO or ACO, however, use, quality, cost and use are all considerations.
If you want a more accurate poll based on use/purpose, you should be more specific. I.e. I wouldn't put a red dot on rifle used for hunting.
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I have the EOTech and the Nikon 223 for mine and can switch between the two with out much trouble depending on which I prefer at the time.
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Aimpoint PRO..... I also like a low power variable 1-4 or 1-5 X20.
You can't hunt with a semi in Pa.......so
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Aimpoint H-2 (backed up and co-witnessed by MBUS).
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Aimpoint H1.
Perfect fit for my offhand shooting out to 200yds as well as my aged eyes that don't enjoy irons as they once did.
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An older AimPoint. Not a S&W15
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I have a Nikon P223 3-9x40 zeroed at 100 yards on one i use for target and distance shooting.
I have a Primary Arms red dot zeroed at 50 yards on the other for home-self defense and close quarters.
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I have the Nikon P223 3-9x40mm scope on two of my AR-15's
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Use the 3-9 Nikon as my eyes need the help and to make a better hit on any critters I shoot at. 5.56 needs good placement to be effective.
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Put a Vortex Strikefire II on my AR a few months ago. It was my first foray into red dot sights. Now I wonder why I waited so long!
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Bushnell trs-25 with a utg riser for co witness and if the red dot fails for any reason i can use the iron sight without having to take it off
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Aimpoint PRO..... I also like a low power variable 1-4 or 1-5 X20.
You can't hunt with a semi in Pa.......so
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You will be able to this coming hunting season! Pennsylvania Game Commission approves semi-autos for hunting
I prefer a 1-4X or 1-6X. As long as it's a true 1X and can be used just like a red dot.
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I have an old EoTech 557, no longer made. When it failed about year after purchase, EoTech upgraded the battery contacts on warranty, been fine ever since. I use EoTech 3x G33 quick release magnifier behind it.
The Eotech co-witnesses the front post and Troy BUIS, so I can shoot irons through the Eotech, or remove it with a coin. It holds zero quite well after I remove it and reattach it.
The EoTech would be the go-to for a fight, but I usually shoot the irons just because I enjoy it.
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I tailor my sighting equipment to the mission. I have a CQB M4 type AR that wears a holographic sight in addition to a laser (for extreme CQB), and iron back ups. My long range AR which may be used for 1000 yard matches, and most definitely 600 yard F class matches, wears an old El Pass Weaver T10. My A2 Service Rifle wears 1/2 MOA National Match iron sights.
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1-4 variable Leupold VX-II on a RRA Operator.
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When/if I get around to putting it on this rifle, I have a Burris Fullfield II 2-7X. Like others here, my gradually aging eyes don't take to 200-400 yd ranges like they once did, and 2-7x is plenty effective, while not being annoyingly heavy,long or bulky. And, the Burris FFII's are a decent quality scope for relatively little money.
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I've got both a scope-Bushnell trophy xlt, and a red dot-vortex strikefire 2. What my Sport II wears depends on the situation. If I'm heading to the range, the bushnell is mounted. Otherwise, the vortex is mounted.
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...I don't own an AR...but I always thought they looked good and were well equipped with a 1-4x scope...I don't know anyone in the video...just found it on Youtube...
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I have a Bushnell TRS-25 on my Sport 2 and a Vortex Strikefire 2 on my 15-22. Both work very well as reliable accurate red dot sights.
Both rifles reside on my Study wall with full magazines and an empty chamber. I have other HD guns, but I will try to get to my Study if there is a problem in the house.
The Vortex is an excellent sight, but it turns it's self off after six hours. The TRS-25 will stay on indefinitely, and I have been testing it to see how long the battery lasts and so far it has been on for 6 weeks with no noticeable difference in brightness. The dot is set on setting 4 which is great for in-home HD, particularly teamed with a laser for extreme close range.
So far I am very pleased with the battery life of the Bushnell. I leave it on all the time, and if I have to change the battery every month or two, so be it. Teamed with my AR, the TRS-25 makes a formidable home defense weapon, particularly since I will be using a 9mm pistol to make sure I can get to my Study.
I know some of you don't have a lot of confidence in the cheap TRS-25, but for me it works.
Just my 2 cents.
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Don't own a M&P AR15 but I do own a few other brands. Like my signature says "Use should dictate gear!" I voted Red Dot because that is what is on the majority of my AR15s but I also have other optics.
For defense guns that will be used to protect myself and my family Aimpoint Red Dots are my choice. I like the H2/T2 if you have the coin or a Aimpoint Pro on the budget end. Red dots are excellent for spitting distance to 200 yards for me. They are fast to target and accurate enough. I can easily shoot minute of man with Aimpoints and I cannot see a situation where I am engaging beyond that. I mainly use these on 14.5" and 16" guns. If I had to choose only one it would be a Aimpoint T2.
I also run a few 1x6 variable scopes on quick detach mounts. These days that means a Primary Arms 1x6 on a American Defense mount. I like this setup for something that can push out to 300 with the ability to tighten groups if I am up to it. I use this on a 18" build.
I am also looking or an ACOG in 2017 to use on a Colt 6920.
In the end you have to look at what you want to do with the rifle. What your vision is capable of and of course your budget.
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I have an Aimpoint CompM4 on a 15A and a Leupold VX/R Hog 1-4 on a 15T
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Your poll really needs multiple choice. I'm running fixed cowitnessed iron sights with an EOTech.
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Add-on carrying handle with integrated A3-style iron rear sight and the traditional front sight.
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I have the Nikon P223 3-9x40mm scope on two of my AR-15's
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fyimo, what are the specs on that SS barrel? Brand, twist, grade of SS, etc.
I use iron sights on my Sport I (I am keeping that one stock/factory). On my AR-556, a cheap, PROVEN, Fieldsport red dot with iron sights as back up.
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Your poll really needs multiple choice. I'm running fixed cowitnessed iron sights with an EOTech.
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Going with the optic that is part of your go to set up. If it hit the fan, it's what you are using that you have in your inventory to go. If I did multiple choice, you'd just have people clicking away on what they have or what they would bring that they have to adapt. Just grab your rifle and go options.
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Going with the optic that is part of your go to set up. If it hit the fan, it's what you are using that you have in your inventory to go. If I did multiple choice, you'd just have people clicking away on what they have or what they would bring that they have to adapt. Just grab your rifle and go options.
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OK, then mine is a cowitnessed EOTech.
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Guess there must be more vision challenged responders than I would have guessed(myself included). If you have the eyes iron sights are hard to beat if you know how to use them. I think the Marines still teach good marksmanship but the use of optics is something that makes it easier for troops who are not as well trained to be effective. Obviously the gun game people use optics extremely well but most troops don't get anywhere near that level of practice or even enough to stay proficient.
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I have tried many. However, I've landed on an ACOG TA33G. It's a 3x fixed scope.
On another rifle [which shall not be mentioned] I have the Trijicon MRO which is a fixed red dot. I like it better than any other red dot I've used and I've used: PA AMD, Aimpoint Comp M3, Trijicon RMR, Burris Fastfire III and a couple others that aren't worth mentioning.
I've also used 1-4x24 scopes. I find them interesting, but have no value in the variable power. I've always set them on 3x or 4x and just left them there. So, I'll stick with either the ACOG or MRO.
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Your poll really needs multiple choice. I'm running fixed cowitnessed iron sights with an EOTech.
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I'm with Brian in Oregon. I have iron sights for when all things go bad, a Meprolight Tru-Dot red dot sight (replaced the Eotech) and a 3X9 scope in a Burris QD mount which seems to hold zero pretty good. <<< This all dedicated to my 15 MOE Mid. My other AR (SP1) has a scope on the carry handle all the time. Works for me I guess
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fyimo, what are the specs on that SS barrel? Brand, twist, grade of SS, etc.
I use iron sights on my Sport I (I am keeping that one stock/factory). On my AR-556, a cheap, PROVEN, Fieldsport red dot with iron sights as back up.
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Barrel is a 1 in 7 twist rate and the grade of the Stainless steel is 416R Stainless steel. I'm not sure who made the barrel.
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I keep an Aimpoint PRO on mine at home, at the range I switch between it and a Nikon P233.
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I have the Nikon P223 3-9x40mm scope on two of my AR-15's
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This is what I just installed on mine. Seems like a very good deal, I think I paid $105. Heard some people bought them for $90 but I wasn't going to wait for sale over $15.
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On my MPSII ... 1/3 Co-Witness Vortex StrikeFire II Red Dots
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Aimpoint T2 + American Defense QD mount.
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Aimpoint H-1 with LaRue LT751 mount. Actually thinking about selling this set up and buying a scope.
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Vortex Viper HS-T, 4-16 x 44mm. A little more than I need to shoot out to 200 yards but as Captain Call says, "...better to have that and not need it than need it and not have it."
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