CZickiness XXXVIII Reboot. To Honor a friend

[wtburnette]

I picked up the Vortex MICRO3X MAGNIFIER recently but haven't tried it out yet. I don't generally use a magnifier so the QD mount on the micro is convenient. Of course the catch is they retail for about $100 more than the VMX.

Very nice looking, but for the money I think I'll stick with the VMX. Would be interested in seeing yours sometime at HHRP.

 

[T-DOGG]

Morning guys

I've only played around with one magnifier. It was a Primary Arms unit with their mount. I was not impressed by the magnifier or the mount. I have never fondled a Vortex unit in person. That's my unhelpful input.

 

[wtburnette]

I'm just curious as I've seen them in videos and such often, but never handled one. I'm very tempted to just pick one up and give it a go. Worst case is I have to lose $25 of so and sell it later...

 

[gmcttr]

...Worst case is I have to lose $25 of so and sell it later...

Not an unreasonable plan.

My general thoughts are as follows (based on very little time using a magnifier). Using the combination of red dot and magnifier without being able to easily mount and remove the magnifier does not seem appealing. The Strikefire II has a 4 MOA dot which will be 12 MOA with a 3x behind it. That will cover 2' at 200 yards. Not exactly a precision aiming setup. If you are going to flip it off to the side frequently it is just in the way.

Reality may be different than I imagine. Also a 1 MOA dot might be more appropriate with a magnifier.

In general, I feel better served with a 1-4x LPVO with a lighted center red dot in the reticle. It can be used like a red dot at 1x and cranked up for long shots without magnifying the dot.

Just my and worth what you paid for it.

 

[gmcttr]

I can bring the magnifier to HHRP Monday Feb 1 if you want to play with it on your setup. Might want to remind me though.

I can also bring an AR with a 1-4 LPVO for comparison.

 

[RustyHornet]

Mornin fellers.

 

[TJ Kackowski]

Okay, now I have that darn optic on the brain. Unfortunately they're $200 new, but Cabela's have them in stock locally so I might need to take a drive today:

Vortex Strikefire II Red Dot Sight | Cabela's

The tactical red dot sight you want when situations demand split-second target acquisition and maximum field of view, the Vortex Strikefire II makes it easy to shoot with both eyes open. Great for

www.cabelas.com

For that price, I'd be contacting Alan Alcorn at A&A Optics ... https://aaoptics.com/STRIKEFIRE-II-RED-DOT-_p_634.html ... Site Supporter and all around good guy ... know what I mean?

 

[JEBland]

Morning, everyone.

I'm on the hunt for a lightweight optic. That 1-8x I bought is quite heavy and I need just one more optic.

@mcapo , how'd the deer rifle search go?

 

[T-DOGG]

Not an unreasonable plan.

My general thoughts are as follows (based on very little time using a magnifier). Using the combination of red dot and magnifier without being able to easily mount and remove the magnifier does not seem appealing. The Strikefire II has a 4 MOA dot which will be 12 MOA with a 3x behind it. That will cover 2' at 200 yards. Not exactly a precision aiming setup. If you are going to flip it off to the side frequently it is just in the way.

Reality may be different than I imagine. Also a 1 MOA dot might be more appropriate with a magnifier.

In general, I feel better served with a 1-4x LPVO with a lighted center red dot in the reticle. It can be used like a red dot at 1x and cranked up for long shots without magnifying the dot.

Just my and worth what you paid for it.

Excellent points.

I'll add that the size of the dot does not increase when using a magnifier behind a holographic optic, like an Eotech or Vortex UH-1.

I'd rather have the LPVO mentioned. Personal preference.

 

[wtburnette]

I can bring the magnifier to HHRP Monday Feb 1 if you want to play with it on your setup. Might want to remind me though.

I can also bring an AR with a 1-4 LPVO for comparison.

That sounds good. Would definitely like to see the difference.

For that price, I'd be contacting Alan Alcorn at A&A Optics ... https://aaoptics.com/STRIKEFIRE-II-RED-DOT-_p_634.html ... Site Supporter and all around good guy ... know what I mean?

I checked his sight first, but he only shows the red version in stock and I was wanting the red/green. I've used Alan in the past and plan to in the future as well.

 

[T-DOGG]

Morning, everyone.

I'm on the hunt for a lightweight optic. That 1-8x I bought is quite heavy and I need just one more optic.

@mcapo , how'd the deer rifle search go?

I don't know that lightweight and 1-8x go together. Lightweight and 1-4, sure.

And lightweight is subjective. My wife thinks some of my Glocks are heavy. And on the other hand, someone built like the Rock probably thinks a Desert Eagle is lightweight.

What scope do you have?

 

[wtburnette]

Well, this is a "lighter" build then either of my other AR's and I really don't want to add a ton of weight. Still not sure what I want to do with it. May just throw on the trash 25 I have for now until I decide.

 

[T-DOGG]

Well, this is a "lighter" build then either of my other AR's and I really don't want to add a ton of weight. Still not sure what I want to do with it. May just throw on the trash 25 I have for now until I decide.

Iron sights are always the lightest option. Especially when the "irons" are actually polymer. It only gets heavier the more you add.

 

[T-DOGG]

Don't mean to sound preachy this morning, apologies, honestly trying to help.

 

[RustyHornet]

Glad to see Reverend T is in the house. Glocks are mentioned already. Will be a good day!

 

[gmcttr]

...May just throw on the trash 25 I have for now until I decide.

Let me know if you mount it at absolute co-witness or Lower 1/3 co-witness and I'll have the Micro 3x set up to match.

 

[TJ Kackowski]

That sounds good. Would definitely like to see the difference.



I checked his sight first, but he only shows the red version in stock and I was wanting the red/green. I've used Alan in the past and plan to in the future as well.

Ahhh ... my apologies, I didn't catch the red/green option ... great show by the way.

 

[mcapo]

Morning, everyone.

I'm on the hunt for a lightweight optic. That 1-8x I bought is quite heavy and I need just one more optic.

@mcapo , how'd the deer rifle search go?

No purchases were made but the Bergara B-14 was the standout.

 

[RustyHornet]

For those with Ruger Wranglers that would like a leather holster, I’m in process of making one for mine. We shall see how it goes, just in the making a template part right now. Should have time to get back to it today. Not going full on gun belt and rig yet, just want a simple leather holster for now.

 

[hANNAbONE]

There are a few of these among the group.

my 97B is staying with me, thank you