Which scope for AR15 ?

[ga284]

Any suggestion's ? The gun also has iron sights.

 

[derek81]

What are your intentions with the gun? So many options that it helps to narrow down the selection by knowing what you will be doing with the weapon.

 

[ga284]

Used for hunting coyotes and deer.

 

[churly]

Nikon makes a BDC reticle scope made for .223 and 5.56. that being said, I have bought 2 scopes, a spotting scope, binocluars, and a range finder from Vortex in the last year. check out their website. I recall seeing several scopes made for black guns and their warranty is unbeatable.

 

[herefishy]

I have one of the Nikon's mentioned above. It's nice but I also have heard great things about the vortex products. The only experience I have with them are binoculars and they are great quality at a affordable price.

 

[Badbass Lures]

I have the 3x32 power P-223 Nikon and it's okay. Clarity and light transmission are good and I like the reticle. Inside 100 yards it's nice. For my eyes though, I struggle locking in on targets outside that range. The BDC compensation the scope has would be great if I could see that far! For anything long distance, I would look into either the Nikon 3x9x40's or a Vortex. Vortex is coming on strong lately, might be worth a look before deciding.

 

[derek81]

Vortex makes some good stuff. I have a AR in 300blk with this scope and what little I have used it I love it, should work great for what you are looking for, same reason mine is setup for. Great in low light conditions.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/819032/vortex-optics-crossfire-ii-rifle-scope-3-9x-50mm-matte

 

[ga284]

Thanks guys.

 

[catjuggin]

Is yours a flat top or does it have a carrying handle? I have one with handle and put a 4x aimpoint on it. It's great for 150yds or less.
If you have a flat top you can mount a much larger scope in 3x9x40 or larger. I second the Vortex brand and of course Leopold.

 

[ga284]

Mine does not have the carry handle.

 

[puddle jumper]

Price points, I like the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x24 Rifle Scope for AR,,
and you cant beat the customer service from them..
PJ
http://www.basspro.com/Vortex-Strike-Eagle-16x24-Rifle-Scope/product/15020708372772/

 

[Dropshot]

I purchased a Bushnell AR Optics recently but have not put it on my gun yet. Trying to decide to keep it or go with something better for close range. https://www.midwayusa.com/product/9...mm-side-focus-drop-zone-223-bdc-reticle-matte

 

[ga284]

I got the Vortex Crossfire II. What kind of mounts do you guys use ?

 

[derek81]

Great choice on the glass. Check out dnz mounts. I have several rifles setup with them and love them.

 

[ga284]

Thanks, I'll check those out.