What optic would you put on an AR-10 for home defense - Page 2

Metal god · August 14, 2020, 01:51 AM

I think so , I have one and like it . I also have a Primary arms and Vortex red dots which are also good for the price but Aimpoint is top if you can afford it . I personally have a hard time buying a firearm accessory that cost more than most firearms . Not because the cost is more but because I’d rather if I have that much cash to dispose of I’d just go buy another firearm which I often do .

zeke · August 16, 2020, 04:57 PM

Have a 16 in ar-10 style 308 with 1x6 scope, as never got used to prism/red dots. 50 to 100 yds easy, very close up if knowing how high to hold. 1 power up close an 6 power out to 600. Combo Muzzle break/accessory attachment, quick detach bipod and adj gas block.

Its older/heavier version, but very accurate.

buckey · August 16, 2020, 07:53 PM

Out here at my place a AR10 in .308 makes perfect sense! That get-a-way road is flat and straight for 3/4 of a mile both ways, Ya All better step on it!

MarkCO · September 9, 2020, 05:03 PM

My .308 has a Burris XTRII 1-8 on it. I can't think of a better sighting system for a .308 AR in general. But for shorter ranges, the weight is something you can cut for sure. The RT6 is lighter and a great LPV which is where I would land most likely.

200 yards and in, I am usually a fan of a Red dot for anything requiring only say, 5 MOA accuracy. But I just could not bring myself to put a red dot on a .308 pattern AR and limited it's utility.

bullspotter · September 22, 2020, 12:32 AM

I have several with 1-4 to 1-6 power scopes, and several with red dots, most set up to shoot 3gun, My PD Ar has a sig Romeo5 on it, love the auto turn on. I also have a wider stock on it, when i bring it up to my cheek weld, the dot is right there. its fast and light weight, no problems hitting what i need to out to 150. All my battery powered optics get new batts installed each year.

August 14, 2020, 01:51 AM	#26
Metal god Senior Member Join Date: April 10, 2012 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 6,875	I think so , I have one and like it . I also have a Primary arms and Vortex red dots which are also good for the price but Aimpoint is top if you can afford it . I personally have a hard time buying a firearm accessory that cost more than most firearms . Not because the cost is more but because I’d rather if I have that much cash to dispose of I’d just go buy another firearm which I often do . __________________ If Jesus had a gun , he'd probably still be alive ! I almost always write my posts regardless of content in a jovial manor and intent . If that's not how you took it , please try again .

September 9, 2020, 05:03 PM	#29
MarkCO Senior Member Join Date: October 21, 1998 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 4,307	My .308 has a Burris XTRII 1-8 on it. I can't think of a better sighting system for a .308 AR in general. But for shorter ranges, the weight is something you can cut for sure. The RT6 is lighter and a great LPV which is where I would land most likely. 200 yards and in, I am usually a fan of a Red dot for anything requiring only say, 5 MOA accuracy. But I just could not bring myself to put a red dot on a .308 pattern AR and limited it's utility. __________________ Good Shooting, MarkCO www.CarbonArms.us

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August 16, 2020, 04:57 PM	#27
zeke Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 1999 Location: NW Wi Posts: 1,671	Have a 16 in ar-10 style 308 with 1x6 scope, as never got used to prism/red dots. 50 to 100 yds easy, very close up if knowing how high to hold. 1 power up close an 6 power out to 600. Combo Muzzle break/accessory attachment, quick detach bipod and adj gas block. Its older/heavier version, but very accurate.

August 16, 2020, 07:53 PM	#28
buckey Senior Member Join Date: June 21, 2016 Posts: 148	Out here at my place a AR10 in .308 makes perfect sense! That get-a-way road is flat and straight for 3/4 of a mile both ways, Ya All better step on it!

September 22, 2020, 12:32 AM	#30
bullspotter Senior Member Join Date: November 2, 2008 Location: Montana Posts: 308	I have several with 1-4 to 1-6 power scopes, and several with red dots, most set up to shoot 3gun, My PD Ar has a sig Romeo5 on it, love the auto turn on. I also have a wider stock on it, when i bring it up to my cheek weld, the dot is right there. its fast and light weight, no problems hitting what i need to out to 150. All my battery powered optics get new batts installed each year.