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Fighting Carbine optics for the AR-15
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That's an excellent article, which is standard for anything Zak Smith writes. If I have a question about weapon-related optics, he's the guy I ask. He's also a great shooter, and has actually tested and compared the optics he writes about (which isn't the case with some reviewers).
I'll second the author's comments on the M3 Aimpoint and Trijicon ACOG TA11 - I own and use both.
FWIW - I have access to most of the optics mentioned in that article (Aimpoint, Trijicon, EOTech, Leupold). I do not have access to S&B or USO glass.
FWIW - I have access to most of the optics mentioned in that article (Aimpoint, Trijicon, EOTech, Leupold). I do not have access to S&B or USO glass.
shooter521
Certified Glock Nut
Who does he work for?
VUPDblue
Silencers Have NEVER Been Illegal !
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Himself, I believe. He's an engineer with a number of patents to his credit. He's scary smart, kinda like rhino.
shooter521
Certified Glock Nut
I can't argue with the truth. I am kinda scary sometimes. I even scare myself. The fact that I am smarta** is intuitively obvious even to the casual observer.
The thing about Zak is, he's is able to and has channeled his abilities and attributes in positive, productive ways. He's making a difference in a lot of ways. In addition to his engineering and shooting skills, he's a talented writer and photographer as well.
He reminds me of the Robert Heinlein quote suggesting that specialization is for insects, whereas humans should be able to do many things well. Mr. Smith displays that diversity.
And, on topic, he knows a buttload about optics.
The thing about Zak is, he's is able to and has channeled his abilities and attributes in positive, productive ways. He's making a difference in a lot of ways. In addition to his engineering and shooting skills, he's a talented writer and photographer as well.
He reminds me of the Robert Heinlein quote suggesting that specialization is for insects, whereas humans should be able to do many things well. Mr. Smith displays that diversity.
And, on topic, he knows a buttload about optics.
Be aware that Aimpoint makes a lot of different models, not just the Comp M series and the new Micro series.
There is also the option of getting a used Aimpoint that is still in good working condition. If you keep your eyes open, you might be able to find a Comp M2 in the $200 range.
I know what you mean. However, the Aimpoint really is a "buy it once" optic. They batteries, even in the ML2 and ML3 models, last forever. The new models have insane battery life (80,000 hours? are you kidding?)
Buying good optics is a bit of a tough pill to swallow. But, it is better that than trying to get by cheap, finding out that it doesn't really work the way it should/you wanted it to/etc. and THEN having to spend money you should have on top the money you already spent on what you don't want or what doesn't work (sorry, that was a big run on, I know.)
If you follow the advice of "spend at least as much on your optic as you did on the rifle", then the Aimpoint is a steal. The situation you never want to be in is to have a rifle (or any gun, for that matter) that is limited by the optic or sighting system that is on it. In a perfect world, we'd choose our optic first, then build a rifle around it.
Rhino, you crack me up.
You guys might find this one interesting; I just put it online:
article | Evolution of the 3-Gun Practical Rifle
Zak,
I have long read the articles on your website. It is great to see you here!
Welcome Zak! Thanks for joining us! Great article! 
Rhino, you crack me up.
You guys might find this one interesting; I just put it online:
article | Evolution of the 3-Gun Practical Rifle
Dude! Welcome! I don't know how the heck you found your way to our little corner, but I hope you become a regular as your schedule allows (I think you'll find us somewhat more "hospitable" than some other forums where neither of us frequent anymore).
Had I known you'd show up, I would have expressed my real opinions!
Had I known you'd show up, I would have expressed my real opinions!
Rhino, you crack me up.
You guys might find this one interesting; I just put it online:
article | Evolution of the 3-Gun Practical Rifle
