davidwiz Posted September 21, 2005 Share Posted September 21, 2005 (edited) This is an objective lense cover/cap for the Trijicon ACOG TA-11 3.5x35. It's purpose is to turn the scope into an occluded sight, like the Trijicon Armson OEG. Previously, to get this effect, people were duct-taping a Butler Creek scope cap to the objective lense - this really didn't work for me, as it necessitated having double-sided duct tape, which I found difficult to find, plus the tape was always falling off. Anywho, Tewlman's company, Progressive Machine & Tool, L.L.C. makes the aforementioned lense cover. It consists of the scope cap, which is spring loaded. The cap is secured to a piece of aluminum. The assembly snaps into the front of the scope. A set screw at the bottom secures the assembly to the scope body. For added stability, a metal rod (which comes with it) which is the length of the scope can be screwed into to the assembly and passes through a channel at the bottom of the scope (above where the scope mount screws into the body of the scope). Once everything is screwed together, it is rock-solid. It's a little pricey, but it is well engineered. The forum won't let me post the pictures, but they are available here. Edited September 21, 2005 by davidwiz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtr Posted September 21, 2005 Share Posted September 21, 2005 2 questions 1. How much? 2. Does flipping the front cap down make the scope "normal" for long range stuff, or does it have to be removed entirely? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidwiz Posted September 22, 2005 Author Share Posted September 22, 2005 2 questions1. How much? 2. Does flipping the front cap down make the scope "normal" for long range stuff, or does it have to be removed entirely? $80. The cap flips up and down, as shown in the pictures. In the 'down' position, the scope is used normally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewlman Posted September 22, 2005 Share Posted September 22, 2005 Thanks for the review, I am glad you like it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Merriam Posted September 22, 2005 Share Posted September 22, 2005 Will this fit a TA 31 or is it even close? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewlman Posted September 22, 2005 Share Posted September 22, 2005 Will this fit a TA 31 or is it even close? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Sorry, for right now it only fits the Ta-11, but i am currently working on one to fit the Ta-31. I hope to have something available before long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zak Smith Posted September 22, 2005 Share Posted September 22, 2005 I always just used a piece of duct tape over the objective lans. Roll of duct tape-- $2.50, lasts forever. Also, many people are using screws that protrude into the channel. I think they will hit the rod. -z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewlman Posted September 22, 2005 Share Posted September 22, 2005 Zak, I'm sure putting the duct tape on in the middle of a stage is fast. The screws can either be cut off, or if they prefer, the rod doesn't have to be used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zak Smith Posted September 22, 2005 Share Posted September 22, 2005 YMMV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidwiz Posted September 22, 2005 Author Share Posted September 22, 2005 Also, many people are using screws that protrude into the channel. I think they will hit the rod. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> If you shorten the screws, that's not a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted September 22, 2005 Share Posted September 22, 2005 I run an ACOG and prefer handguard mounted secondary close range sights for several reasons: 1 - Less POI/POA offset on close stuff than any rail mounted optic 2 - No googaws to phart with, just cant and shoot, cant and shoot 3 - Nothing to adapt to, just shoot with both eyes open and rock the house with the better visibility inherent in no eyeball occlusion -- Regards, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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