Optic mount for AR in 450

sevt_chevelle · November 10, 2018, 12:26 PM

Looking for suggestions on an optic mount for an AR15 am finishing building in 450 Bushmaster. I'll be running a Vortex Viper PST 1-6. Not needing anything with OD mounts but not opposed either.
Was looking at mounts from Aero precision.
https://www.aeroprecisionusa.com/ult...pr-scope-mount

Thoughts suggestions...Thanks...Eric

9x19 · November 10, 2018, 04:14 PM

I like your choice.

After trying one, I now have Aero mounts (their "extended" version) on all my ARs with scopes. Solid but light weight, they work great for me.

sevt_chevelle · November 10, 2018, 07:16 PM

Saw at Gander Mountain today, didn't look too bad, Warne Xsel30.
https://warnescopemounts.com/product...0mm-msr-mount/

fourbore · November 10, 2018, 07:33 PM

That aero is my favorite AR mount. Most AR dudes and dudetes look for the heaviest piece of crap they can find for a scope or a mount. The Aero is a rare class act in a world of massive multi screw junk.

It is a little tricky to tighten up because the scope will rotate as you tighten the screws. It is worth the effort, many seem unable to cope. Be warned.

Dirty_Harry · December 4, 2018, 06:17 PM

I have been using the Nikon P223 2 piece mounts for 3 years now. No complaints, light, inexpensive and have held zero

jmorris · December 5, 2018, 09:51 AM

I have a larue QD mount and a 1-4 NF I use on mine. I also use it on other rifles/uppers too though.

smee78 · December 6, 2018, 07:45 PM

I have used the Burris AR-P.E.P.R. and have been very happy with the mounts. They come in two forms, a quick release and a non quick release model. I have put them on 223 and 308 rifles with out any problems. https://www.midwayusa.com/product/15...op-ar-15-matte

Let us know how you like that 450, I have been thinking about getting the parts together to build one.

stagpanther · December 8, 2018, 05:08 AM

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It is a little tricky to tighten up because the scope will rotate as you tighten the screws. It is worth the effort, many seem unable to cope. Be warned.

LOL--I'm one of those that goes crazy with that--weaver makes some rings that do the same thing.

sevt_chevelle · December 9, 2018, 11:53 AM

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Let us know how you like that 450, I have been thinking about getting the parts together to build one.

It might be longer then I want. I have everything minus the barrel, scope and mount. My two barrel options are Tromix and Liberty. I really like the midweight barrel profile of the Liberty but they thread the muzzle with a goofy thread pitch. After a few emails they might be able to sell me one in either a non treaded or threaded in the more common thread pitch.

I also plan on have the gun Cerakoted in a Kuiu Vias camo pattern.

stagpanther · December 9, 2018, 11:57 AM

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It might be longer then I want. I have everything minus the barrel, scope and mount. My two barrel options are Tromix and Liberty. I really like the midweight barrel profile of the Liberty but they thread the muzzle with a goofy thread pitch. After a few emails they might be able to sell me one in either a non treaded or threaded in the more common thread pitch.

By liberty; do you mean Satern? If so, they often use polygonal rifling which I'm a fan of--but then again you probably can't go wrong with a big bore barrel from Tromix.

sevt_chevelle · December 9, 2018, 12:19 PM

Yep Satern. For some reason I just want the midweight barrel, Tromix offers one in 16 but not 18.

stagpanther · December 9, 2018, 12:33 PM

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Yep Satern. For some reason I just want the midweight barrel, Tromix offers one in 16 but not 18.

I doubt you gain anything substantial (other than weight) with the extra 2".

November 10, 2018, 12:26 PM	#1
sevt_chevelle Senior Member Join Date: April 13, 2013 Posts: 324	Optic mount for AR in 450 Looking for suggestions on an optic mount for an AR15 am finishing building in 450 Bushmaster. I'll be running a Vortex Viper PST 1-6. Not needing anything with OD mounts but not opposed either. Was looking at mounts from Aero precision. https://www.aeroprecisionusa.com/ult...pr-scope-mount Thoughts suggestions...Thanks...Eric

November 10, 2018, 04:14 PM	#2
9x19 Senior Member Join Date: October 15, 1998 Location: Sherman, TX USA Posts: 3,750	I like your choice. After trying one, I now have Aero mounts (their "extended" version) on all my ARs with scopes. Solid but light weight, they work great for me. __________________ Make mine lean, mean, and 9x19!

December 4, 2018, 06:17 PM	#5
Dirty_Harry Senior Member Join Date: January 11, 2006 Location: Kalamazoo, MI Posts: 1,484	I have been using the Nikon P223 2 piece mounts for 3 years now. No complaints, light, inexpensive and have held zero __________________ "The only purpose for a pistol is to fight your way back to the rifle you never should have laid down." "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them." -John Wayne

December 6, 2018, 07:45 PM	#7
smee78 Senior Member Join Date: July 14, 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 2,918	I have used the Burris AR-P.E.P.R. and have been very happy with the mounts. They come in two forms, a quick release and a non quick release model. I have put them on 223 and 308 rifles with out any problems. https://www.midwayusa.com/product/15...op-ar-15-matte Let us know how you like that 450, I have been thinking about getting the parts together to build one. __________________ We know exactly where one cow with Mad-cow-disease is located, among the millions and millions of cows in America, but we haven't got a clue where thousands of illegal immigrants and terrorists are

November 10, 2018, 07:16 PM	#3
sevt_chevelle Senior Member Join Date: April 13, 2013 Posts: 324	Saw at Gander Mountain today, didn't look too bad, Warne Xsel30. https://warnescopemounts.com/product...0mm-msr-mount/

November 10, 2018, 07:33 PM	#4
fourbore Senior Member Join Date: August 22, 2015 Location: new england Posts: 1,159	That aero is my favorite AR mount. Most AR dudes and dudetes look for the heaviest piece of crap they can find for a scope or a mount. The Aero is a rare class act in a world of massive multi screw junk. It is a little tricky to tighten up because the scope will rotate as you tighten the screws. It is worth the effort, many seem unable to cope. Be warned.

December 5, 2018, 09:51 AM	#6
jmorris Senior Member Join Date: November 22, 2006 Posts: 3,077	I have a larue QD mount and a 1-4 NF I use on mine. I also use it on other rifles/uppers too though.

December 9, 2018, 12:19 PM	#11
sevt_chevelle Senior Member Join Date: April 13, 2013 Posts: 324	Yep Satern. For some reason I just want the midweight barrel, Tromix offers one in 16 but not 18.