M-4 Optic question

[fw501]

I just got my new M-4 and it has fixed iron sights on it. I'm new to this type of weapon... should I have a scope or red dot?? Any recommendations??

 

[LPMan59]

absolutely!

not really, but if you want an optic then get one. I have no real need for an ACOG, but I'm glad I have one.

 

[Marc]

to me fixed irons with optics looks funny, but its up to you, my first ar had irons on it and i scoped it and it didnt look right. if you want optics on it i would go with a red dot, more specifically aimpoint or eotech although tijicon is good too but my pockets arent that deep

 

[jblomenberg16]

If it has a fixed carry handle upper, I'd say leave it as it is. You can mount a 4x scope to the top of it, but you have a terrible cheek weld (i.e. you're chin is up on the stock, not your cheek). They also make gooseneck style mounts that will allow a red-dot style optic to be mounted forward of the carry handle and that co-witness with irons.


Now, if you have a flat-top style with removeable carry handle, and therefore a standard 1913 picatiny rail on top, feel free to mount whatever you want. Red-dots are probably the most practical, as you M4 clone is designed to primarily be a 300m or less weapon (that obviously can and will shoot father than that). You can also put a scope on it and make paper punching from 100 yds literrally boring, and also try to reach out a bit farther.

 

[esrice]

Any recommendations??

How do you intend to use this rifle?

What is its current configuration? (a pic would help)

 

[Spot Me 2]

How do you intend to use this rifle?

What is its current configuration? (a pic would help)

^^^^^^This

A little more info is always welcomed when your asking for our opinions.

 

[dom1104]

BSA Red Dot from Wal-Mart.

Mmmhmm.

 

[Wild Deuce]

As already asked ... rifle description? intended use? budget constraints?

more info = better suggestions

 

[noobert]

Start with a Primary Arms red dot. Cheap enough to let you know if you like red dots, but sturdy enough to not break