Aimpoint CompM2, CompM3 or CompM4?

[LongRider]

Asked this on another forum thought maybe I'd get some more informed credible replies here

I have decided on an Aimpoint for my AR15. Aimpoints rugged construction and decade long constant on battery life suits my HD needs the best. After some research I believe that GG&G combination sight, mount and rear iron site combo packages are about the best deal available. Now comes the rub

Aimpoint CompM2, GG&G Cantilever Aimpoint Ring and GG&G BUIS $545.00


Aimpoint CompM3 GG&G Cantilever Aimpoint Ring and a GG&G BUIS $590.00


Aimpoint CompM4 GG&G Accucam Quick Detach Mounting Base (no BUIS) $700.00.

There is only a slight difference in price between the CompM2 & CompM3. Is there any performance reliability difference? Does anyone know how well Aimpoint supports its older models?
There is a big price jump to the CompM4. Is the performance reliability difference worth the extra investment for a civilian HD/SHTF weapon.

I am leaning towards the CompM3 but any input from experienced Aimpoint users owners would be appreciated.

[sjc3081]

Botach Defense has the M4s for 571.00. There may be a shipping delay, but it is worth the savings to me.

[R.P.]

Longrider,

The M2 only comes with a 4 MOA dot.
The M3 comes with either a 2 or 4 MOA dot.
With the M4 being out of my price range, I have never bothered to research it, but I believe it has a 2 MOA dot and runs off of AA batteries.

All of these sights are night vision compatible. With that being said, is that something you think you'll need? There are other options from Aimpoint such as the C3, ML2, and ML3, which are very similar to the ones you mentioned except they are non night vision compatible.

I have no experience with the GG&G mounts. I went through this same thing earlier this year and I was able to find a used Comp M3 with a Larue Mount on here on the Equipment Exchange for less than what the M2 combo you have listed.

You basically can't go wrong with any Aimpoint.

[NavyDavy55]

Aimpoint Comp ML3 w/ LaRue Tactical QD Mount $569.00


http://stores.homestead.com/Laruetac...tail.bok?no=20

[JSGlock34]

If the Comp M2 is of interest, SKD Tactical (a site sponsor) is running a pretty solid deal. Check out this link for more info.

By the way, the CompM4 comes with a perfectly useful mount right out of the box. No need to spend extra on an aftermarket mount (unless you want QD functionality). Keep that in mind when comparing CompM4 prices.

[500grains]

1. There is no discernible difference in optics among the Aimpoints the OP asks about.

2. A Larue mount is more solid and tends to snag on stuff less than a GG&G mount. I have both and I know.

3. A Larue mount for the M4 is the most solid.

Based on this, when buying a new one I would get an Aimpoint M4 or M4s with Larue mount.

[jkingrph]

I went with a couple of ML 3's, for the cost difference. No way I could justify the price on the M4. I would have been nice to use aa batteries, but the Larue mount has storage space for a battery, plus the Magupl UBR, I think, stock has storage space also. Really considering listed battery life I will probably never need a spare.

[The Solid]

i think probably the best deal you can find, unless you are pre-disposed to a specific model, would be the C3. You get the battery life, 2 moa dot, and they are a great price.

[RogerinTPA]

i think probably the best deal you can find, unless you are pre-disposed to a specific model, would be the C3. You get the battery life, 2 moa dot, and they are a great price.

Agreed.

However...the M4s (which I have) is the most bomb proof rendition yet from aimpoint, can take some serious abuse, comes with a mount and has some extremely long battery life..

[Alaskapopo]

Asked this on another forum thought maybe I'd get some more informed credible replies here

I have decided on an Aimpoint for my AR15. Aimpoints rugged construction and decade long constant on battery life suits my HD needs the best. After some research I believe that GG&G combination sight, mount and rear iron site combo packages are about the best deal available. Now comes the rub

Aimpoint CompM2, GG&G Cantilever Aimpoint Ring and GG&G BUIS $545.00


Aimpoint CompM3 GG&G Cantilever Aimpoint Ring and a GG&G BUIS $590.00


Aimpoint CompM4 GG&G Accucam Quick Detach Mounting Base (no BUIS) $700.00.

There is only a slight difference in price between the CompM2 & CompM3. Is there any performance reliability difference? Does anyone know how well Aimpoint supports its older models?
There is a big price jump to the CompM4. Is the performance reliability difference worth the extra investment for a civilian HD/SHTF weapon.

I am leaning towards the CompM3 but any input from experienced Aimpoint users owners would be appreciated.

The Comp M3 has a 50000 hour battery life while the Comp M2 is only 10000 hours.
Pat