Mounting options vortex 1-4

[Dmashowtime]

I just picked up a Vortex Viper PST 1-4 in a trade the other day and was looking for some ideas and suggestions for the mounting options. I would like to keep BUIS on the rifle, so my question really is do I need a QD mount, Cantilever, or just scope rings? I have only ever had RDS on my ARs so forgive me if these questions are dumb. My Colt that the optic is going on has a flattop upper and a DD 12 rail so lots of mounting options! Thanks and I am sure be asking more questions!

Frank A. Parkinson

[cop1211]

Bobro slightly extended version.

[MorphCross]

I just picked up a Vortex Viper PST 1-4 in a trade the other day and was looking for some ideas and suggestions for the mounting options. I would like to keep BUIS on the rifle, so my question really is do I need a QD mount, Cantilever, or just scope rings? I have only ever had RDS on my ARs so forgive me if these questions are dumb. My Colt that the optic is going on has a flattop upper and a DD 12 rail so lots of mounting options! Thanks and I am sure be asking more questions!

Frank A. Parkinson

If you are going to be running standard BUIS there is no reason to run bolt on scope mount/rings. Bobro as far as I know has the best tested RTZ in the Quickest detaching platform of ring mounts.

[TXBK]

American Defense also offers several good options depending on the eye relief that you need. I have several AD-Recons, and have been completely satisfied, including running the same scope in one. American Defense is also a site supporter.

[ryantx23]

American Defense also offers several good options depending on the eye relief that you need. I have several AD-Recons, and have been completely satisfied, including running the same scope in one. American Defense is also a site supporter.

Agree with you BK, I have three different ADM mounts and love them. They are rock solid and return to zero works well. No personal experience with Bobro, but I hear good things about them and wouldn't hesitate to use one of them either.

[Pilgrim]

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I'm still using the LaRue mounts over Troy/LaRue sights. Been using them for quite a while now.

[Dmashowtime]

Thanks it the responses! Sounds like American Defense, Bobro, and Larue all all good options. I'll shop around and see what kind of deals are out there! Thanks guys!

[Dmashowtime]

Ended up going with the AD-RECON, got her for 135.00 shipped! I'll post some pictures all mounted up with it comes in!

[Txbadge]

I am sure you will be happy. I have my Vortex 1X4 mounted in the same mount on my S&W 15-22

[Dmashowtime]

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[Pilot1]

Looking good!

[Brian Brazier]

I also picked up a Vortex Viper PST 1-4x24 scope, I am still up in the air as to which mount I will get, I will most likley get an ADM Recon. I am a complete noob when it comes to scopes, the only scope I have is on my air rifle. The majority of my shooting has been handguns, I dont get to shoot my AR or Mosin very much, but I would like to do more. I was wondering what is a good range to zero the Vortex scope at, I will do most of my shooting up to 100yrds. I have been watching videos on youtube about setting up scopes, explanation of mil dot (some of them overcomplicated) and sighting in a scope, but I am looking for a video that specifically speaks about the AR platform and a 1-4x24 optic, if anyone knows of one, I would appreciate a link. Any assistance is appreciated

[jataylor11]

Another AD user here.28806

[VIP3R 237]

Bobro IMO is the best, but ADM is a close second. I really like the ADM Recon-H model as it is close to where a lower 1/3 cowitness mount is.