Which reflex sight for me ?

[davidv-soga]

have a DS Arms FAL Para58 7.62x51/.308

just mounted a scope onto this rifle which does not allow me to see or utilize the iron sights... knew this going in, but wanted the scope low and did not want see thru rings, etc.

Enter the 45 degree mount... I have this.

Now I need some education on the reflex scope cause I know nothing of them.

I am thinking by adding this onto my rifle they will allow me to shoot close range now that the scope has blocked my iron sights.

Close range to me would be 25-75, maybe 100 yards... more likely need accuracy in the 25-75 yard range.

Is that the purpose of these reflex sights ? I was hoping this was a point/shoot kinda sight ... no need to align rear/front iron sights -

While I'm not shooting a lot, I do want the reflex to withstand the recoil of a .308... again... have no idea what these sights are capable of withstanding... honestly ... this DSArms rifle is pretty heavy and "to me" there is no recoil to speak of ... shoots pretty sweet.

now the real part... you get what you pay for... hopefully I don't have to spend a fortune on one of these ... $80-$150 ? Is that doable ? (don't laugh ! haha ) ... I don't know so gotta ask !

Any positive advise you can provide (what sights are good, to check out, etc as well as negative - which ones to stay away from will be appreciated

Thanks again.

 

[DHJenkins]

A reflex/red dot small enough to not cause a problem on a 45deg mount and sturdy enough for a .308 is going to be around the $400-$500 mark, for example Trijicon RMR or Docter Optic. Anything mounted on the side like that is far more likely to get bumped, so you'll need something sturdy.

Offset mounts generally aren't long enough to mount most full-sized red dots, but something like an Aimpoint T1 might fit. I've only ever seen offset mounts used for iron sights, not electronic ones.

If you really want a red dot and a scope at the same time, you're better off mounting the optic on top of the scope, not next to it.

You can go cheaper and get a knock-off, but you'll likely be left with a sight that looks nice but doesn't hold zero - which makes it useless.

As far as how they work, you're correct - the bullet goes where the red dot is no matter where your head is in relation to the weapon.

 

[strambo]

Yes, a red dot sight is just put the dot on target and shoot. Fastest design there is IMO. In your price range ($169.99 very close to it anyway), check out the Primary Arms MD-ADS. It is micro size, 50k battery life and reported to be pretty rugged. There is a brutal torture test with one on an AK on youtube somewhere.

I'd prefer the 45 deg to on top. On top there will be no cheek weld and a huge offset to account for.

 

[briansmithwins]

The Primary Arms Aimpoint Micro copy is probably your best bet. They don't have the battery life or absurd robustness of the Aimpoint, but they do work.

BSW

 

[davidv-soga]

Thanks for the input

thanks again...

I will probably check out the primary arms reflex you mentioned.

I've never shot anything but either iron sights, scopes or Kentucky windage

So the red dot and/or reflex will be all new

I'll probably try the 45 degree first as just not sure of it attached to main scope ...

have the 45 degree mount on order ... hope it will some how fit under the scope on the rail (this may not even possible ?)... again.. don't know much about rails, etc ... but ideally this is what can happen, if not maybe just in front of scope ? We'll see and experiment

Again... thanks for the positive info.

 

[Jackal]

I'd suggest ditching the gimmicky 45 degree mount and simply use quick detach rings on your scope. If your optic fails, a quick flip of a lever or two and your back to irons.

 

[MachIVshooter]

For a 45* mount, I wouldn't even consider anything but the RMR type. Least expensive one that is acceptable for serious use is the ~$225 Burris Fastfire. The Leupold Deltapoint II is sweet, but not really any cheaper than the RMR at around $550.

I have a Fastfire III, its a nice sight. But it's also on my Armalite A2 carbine, so there are permanent irons backing it up. My only AR-15 without dual optic or BUIS wears an Aimpoint PRO.

 

[Sheepdog1968]

If this is for backup, you could get 45 degree offset iron sights. XS sights and others sell the. Cost would be significantly lower and may achieve the same purpose. If you are all set for a red dot,that is fine. Just pointing out a potential option.