Optics for Ruger SFAR

[Bedfordtec]

Just got one at a show for under $1K tax included.

I need recommendation for optics…… prefer a scope but don’t want a large one. Have plenty of good red dots andACOG.

Looking at max range to use it 200 - 300 yards. However my shooting range is 100 yards.

Primary Arms? Osprey?

Thanks
Jim

 

[InTheSwamp]

One of the many PA LPVO, depending on taste and budget. At those distances FFP vs. SFP is moot.

 

[Gtscotty]

I have been using an SWFA SS 12x for load development with my SFAR, but I have a PA 3x microprism that I actually intent to use it with. My range goes out to 1250 yds, I'll probably try this setup out to 500 yds to see how my holdovers work out, but I really intend to use it primarily as a woods gun up to ~250 yds, and want something handy and quick. PA just came out with a 5x microprism, so that might be a good fit as well.

 

[Phaedrus/69]

I have a Primary Arms 1-6x with the .300/7.62x39 reticle inbound! It was only $250 or so but it's gonna be my first LPVO, so I didn't want to drop a ton til I see how the form factor works for me.

 

[Mini30SS]

How about a Vortex Ranger 1-4x LVPO? Good deal at euro optics about 50% off retail. I doubt the SFAR is a match grade rifle requiring high magnification optics.

 

[kwb377]

I put a SIG MSR-Tango 10x on mine...no complaints other than it's a little larger and heavier than I'd like. I initially mounted my Burris RT-6 6x on it, but my aging eyes appreciate the extra power.

 

[litework]

I put a Burris RT-6 LPVO on my SFAR and I like it. I think the Ruger SFAR is a great value and Burris is a great value. It just made sense to put the Burris on it.

 

[Shawn Dodson]

SWFA 2.5-10x32 SS Ultralight Riflescope

9 1/2 ounces.

SWFA scopes are rugged as a tank.

The fact that it's a 5.56 BDC reticle doesn't matter. Your intended ranges fall within max point blank range.

I have one on my AR308 for hunting.

 

[mavracer]

I'd be real tempted to suggest a US Optics TS12 I have a couple on ARs and they're really nice and very compact.

 

[Varminterror]

100-300 yards… but what are your intended targets and/or what is your desired potential precision on target?

For big targets, I know I CAN shoot 300-400, or even beyond with 1-4x scopes, but I can’t think of the last time I have done so. My general purpose scopes are all 4-16x ballpark, because I know I’ll be refining aim on sufficiently small targets to be advantaged by a little extra magnification.

 

[gotboostvr]

I'm gonna suggest against a LPVO, I've just never really liked them in use as much as other options.

Since the SFAR is nice and svelte, I think a scope and mount that's also a little lighter in weight would be a good match.

Something like a Leupold 3.5-10 in ADM Recon mounts won't weight much at all and be plenty of glass for punching groups out to 300.

I do really like my PA micro 3x prism. It's also very light and a nice eye box.

 

[gotboostvr]

It would really help suggestion if you share you're current plan for using the SFAR.

Are you invisioning it being shot prone, off bags and bipods mostly, or a a hiking companion, hunting rifle, just to have a fun general purpose battle rifle?

All would garner different suggestions.

Mission dictates gear, or horses for courses as @Varminterror would say.

 

[Bedfordtec]

Really don’t have a specific plan such as hunting. Basically want to sight it in at 100 yards and shoot it occasionally. I have lots of toys to play with…. But I try set op my pieces with good optics. Been looking at Primary Arms. First is the SLX 1-8X24 FFP Raptor. $479 and the other is the GLX 1-6X24. M6 Mil. $588. There are two options:
Reticle: ACSS Griffin-M6
Reticle: ACSS Raptor-M6

I will check out the Leupold.

 

[Mini30SS]

I'm gonna suggest against a LPVO, I've just never really liked them in use as much as other options.

Since the SFAR is nice and svelte, I think a scope and mount that's also a little lighter in weight would be a good match.

Something like a Leupold 3.5-10 in ADM Recon mounts won't weight much at all and be plenty of glass for punching groups out to 300.

I do really like my PA micro 3x prism. It's also very light and a nice eye box.

Checked out the Leupold online. That looks like a good optic, and a good value.

 

[Bedfordtec]

End game:

Primary Arms GLx 1-6x24mm FFP Rifle Scope - Illuminated ACSS Raptor-M6 Reticle.

Aero Precision mount


Thanks for all the comments,

jim