Please recommend a compact scope for .308 carbine bolt gun...

[DHart]

You guys are so far beyond me when it comes to rifle scopes.... please bear with me as I try to catch up!

[Boba Fett v2]

NongShim... thank you, but... what is a TMR-D? I'm trying to catch up with you guys and your acronyms!

Leupold TMR-D (Tactical Milling Reticle - Delta):

[DHart]

Um... not quite.

The Ruger GSR comes with 1" scope rings, so he can either run an optic with a 1" tube or spring for a larger set of rings. That said, if the OP decides against a LER scope, I'd recommend taking a look at the Vortex 1-6x Strike Eagle mounted in the traditional way. I used it on my Ruger GSR and it worked great. The Redfield Revolution 2-7x33 Accu-Range is a good cost effective solution as well, made in the USA and backed by Leupold's lifetime warranty as an added bonus. Additionally, the OP could opt for the XS Sight Systems extended rail if he wants to retain the use of back-up iron sights. Personally, I think the GSR is a great host for either an RDS or an LPV optic.

Beautiful set-up, Boba Fett. I think that perhaps the RDS might be a good way to go, with my application, for this rifle. What is an LPV?

[Boba Fett v2]

Beautiful set-up, Boba Fett. I think that perhaps the RDS might be a good way to go, with my application, for this rifle. What is an LPV?

LPV or LPVO is a Low Power Variable Optic.

ETA: Typical LPVOs range from 1-4x thru 1-10x, 2-7x, 3-9x, 2.5-10x... typically not exceeding 10x power at the high end.

[HKGuns]

Yep. I concur, MK6 1-6 TMR-D, not that you needed my reassurance. The best part is the light weight, however, even at such low weight, it is solid as a rock.

[nate89]

I saw it in the picture, but nobody has specifically mentioned the XS extended rail. I bought one for my scout rifle, and it has worked very well! It has an integrated rear sight so you still have irons, and extends the pic rail back over the receiver to allow a traditional scope to be mounted. I think you will be out 80 bucks or so for the rail, and it is worth it.

[ccoker]

Steiner Tactical 1-5 with 308 BDC reticle.
While I am generally not a fan of BDC type reticles for precision work/long range use this is a great scope.
We are running the 1-5 5.56 on a few rifles and put a 308 version on my buddies 16" SOCOM
He wanted something he could run CQB out to say 600

[DHart]

Thanks for the input, guys. I've got a good start now in considering the options.

[the_1iviper]

NongShim... thank you, but... what is a TMR-D? I'm trying to catch up with you guys and your acronyms!

edit : late to the party

[DHart]

As this Ruger is a carbine, not exactly a long-range 'sniper' rifle, I'm inclined to keep the RDS with it.

I've not much experience at longer ranges, would the Aimpoint H-1 on the Ruger GSR be a good combination for defense shooting up to 100 yds. or so?