Southpaw Posted November 24, 2016 Share Posted November 24, 2016 This is a potentially stupid question since I know nothing about magnified optics (currently only use red dots and irons). I'm thinking about getting a Vortex Strike Eagle and looking at scope mounts. I'm considering the Aero unless there's something else I should consider? But what I'm confused about is which scope mount to get. Aero makes a few different models. They have the Extended model that moves the rings forward 1" and the SPR that has the rings forward 2". Which one do I want for mounting on an AR? Thankshttp://aeroprecisionusa.com/ultralight-30mm-extended-scope-mount.html orhttp://aeroprecisionusa.com/ultralight-30mm-spr-scope-mount.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwikel Posted November 24, 2016 Share Posted November 24, 2016 Get the SPR model it will give you more options where you can mount it on the receiver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racknrider Posted November 25, 2016 Share Posted November 25, 2016 I have a strike eagle mounted in the extended. It is fully forward on the receiver but looks like it can be mounted almost fully rearward also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uewpew Posted November 25, 2016 Share Posted November 25, 2016 (edited) I run the SPR mount with my Strike Eagle. it puts the eye piece at the right location: correct eye relief, access to charging handle, and mounted only to upper (and not hand guard). Edited November 25, 2016 by uewpew rotated pic, corrected terminology Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southpaw Posted November 25, 2016 Author Share Posted November 25, 2016 Thanks all. Just ordered the SPR mount. Ok stupid question #2: what do I need to know about properly mounting a scope? Or any tips/tricks to be aware of? Like should I put the scope mount towards the front of the receiver and then try playing around with scope position on the mount to get the right eye relief? And I heard the Aero mount is annoying to torque down as the scope rotates a bit while tightening, any tricks to getting that right? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uewpew Posted November 25, 2016 Share Posted November 25, 2016 well...a little sarcasm here: mount it like my picture for the 3 reasons i listed in the first post. I never experienced scope rotate when torquing ring screws...but i torque a little at a time and alternate screws (like tire lugs...or any multi-screw/bolt mounting system...) Other scope mounting information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COoXVpGfXQE http://www.longrangehunting.com/articles/reticle-alignment-1.php (live fire method still my favorite for long range shooting) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitommy Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 To piggyback on this topic, any thoughts on scope height. I see typical is 1.5 (to centerline). I currently have a LT104 and do find that I have to mush my head down to get proper alignment. Midwest Industries is now making a mount that is 1.93. As I understand it, this taller mount may allow for a better head positioning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamge Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 mitommy, link please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitommy Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 Here is the link to the MI scope mount http://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/MI-30MM-High-QD-Scope-Mount-with-1-4-in-Offset-p/mi-qd30smh.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southpaw Posted November 26, 2016 Author Share Posted November 26, 2016 uewpew, thanks! That was very helpful. 6 hours ago, mitommy said: To piggyback on this topic, any thoughts on scope height. I hadn't even thought about that . The Aero mount I ordered doesn't even say how tall it is. I'm assuming it puts the scope the same height as normal iron sights? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StealthyBlagga Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 Eye relief will be sensitive at 6x, so i suggest you mount the scope as far forward in the mount as you can, then move the whole mount/scope as a unit back and forth on the receiver to your liking. I suggest you settle on a way to mount the gun consistently - i.e. ensure your eye is always in the same relationship with the optic. I like to touch my nose to the charging handle, so my scope is mounted all the way forward. In case it isn't obvious, make sure the reticle is as close to level as you can get it. With the flat caps of the Strike Eagle, you should be able to clamp the gun down and use a spirit level alternately on the elevation cap and the receiver rail until both are level. Lastly, do NOT fall into the trap of thinking you always have to run at maximum magnification on long-distance targets. I try to run the lowest magnification I can get away with consistent with seeing the targets clearly. Lower magnification is more forgiving of head position and makes it easier to acquire targets and transition between them. It is not unusual for folks running too much magnification to completely blow by a targets because they just didn't see it. The only downside with lower magnification, at least on the Strike Eagle, is that the BDC only works at 6x. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southpaw Posted November 26, 2016 Author Share Posted November 26, 2016 That's for the info! Very helpful! 12 minutes ago, StealthyBlagga said: The only downside with lower magnification, at least on the Strike Eagle, is that the BDC only works at 6x. Oh I didn't realize that. And I just ordered the Strike Eagle . I hope I like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamge Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 17 hours ago, mitommy said: Here is the link to the MI scope mount http://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/MI-30MM-High-QD-Scope-Mount-with-1-4-in-Offset-p/mi-qd30smh.htm Nice. If they made it with no QD and priced at $110 I would buy one. A little more offset would be nice for me, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StealthyBlagga Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 3 hours ago, Southpaw said: That's for the info! Very helpful! Oh I didn't realize that. And I just ordered the Strike Eagle . I hope I like it Not really a problem - most low power variable scopes are 2nd focal plane so have the same issue. If you need BCD, you are probably going to the higher magnification anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rondog Posted November 29, 2016 Share Posted November 29, 2016 6 months ago I bought a strike eagle upon stealthy's aadvise and I'm very pleased with it. Like stealthy said on six power I relief is very sensitive. This scope way out shoot me. Have fun shoot lots of rounds and get used to it. It's a great optic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DialTone301 Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 (edited) Which extended mount is recommended for the Razor HD Gen 2? Is 2" enough for the Razor? Is the SPR the proper one? Edited December 14, 2016 by DialTone301 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosiershooter Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 Which extended mount is recommended for the Razor HD Gen 2? Is 2" enough for the Razor? Is the SPR the proper one?Look at the Geissele Super precision. It's tailor made for the Razor. Awesome mount for sure.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 Here is mine with the extended. I always like to center the controls of the scope between the rings as it looks better (to me, at least) and then move the mount to establish the necessary eye relief. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southpaw Posted December 15, 2016 Author Share Posted December 15, 2016 So the Strike Eagle arrived last week, but the mount was on backorder from Brownells. I saw it was in stock at Primary Arms earlier this week and on sale a little cheaper than it was on sale at Brownells so I cancelled the backorder and got it from Primary Arms. Should arrive in a few days. Looking forward to trying it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathanb Posted December 16, 2016 Share Posted December 16, 2016 I'm happy with my strike eagles. I've got one on a ruger American ranch rifl in 300 blk it's a woods gun so the 1-6 is awesome. And I've got one on my three gun rifle. It will probably get replaced with a 1-6 pst when released or a razor ogh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glazer1972 Posted December 16, 2016 Share Posted December 16, 2016 (edited) Get the spr mount. I like to have option on where I place it on receiver while still being forward. Edited December 16, 2016 by glazer1972 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IFlynn Posted May 2, 2017 Share Posted May 2, 2017 Your scope is only as good as the mount it sits in. I've had great experience the last two years with Bobro Engineering mounts. Yes, they are expensive. But you'll not have to worry about losing your zero in route to a match or traveling for 3gun. I think that level of confidence is worth paying a little extra for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitommy Posted May 4, 2017 Share Posted May 4, 2017 On 11/25/2016 at 10:15 PM, adamge said: mitommy, link please? Here is the scope I bought from Optics Planet http://shop.opticsplanet.com/american-defense-amer-def-recon-h-30mm-q-d-scope-mount-2-offset-high.html?_iv_code=26S-MT-ADRECONH30-TD&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=plusbox-beta&gclid=CjwKEAjw_6XIBRCisIGIrJeQ93oSJAA2cNtME4EDgxIuufdbRxEhrCZZjKj4LVgsarn2No9qdOKgbhoCDBnw_wcB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nj0ywatch1np0rn Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 On 12/14/2016 at 11:01 AM, DialTone301 said: Which extended mount is recommended for the Razor HD Gen 2? Is 2" enough for the Razor? Is the SPR the proper one? Do you shoot nose to ch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskapopo Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 On 11/26/2016 at 3:45 PM, StealthyBlagga said: Not really a problem - most low power variable scopes are 2nd focal plane so have the same issue. If you need BCD, you are probably going to the higher magnification anyway. Yep and most BDCs are harder to see at lower powers anyway with FFP scopes. I think FFP should be used on scopes with higher power ranges generally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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