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Disciple
09-18-22, 14:45
Considering this Arisaka setup I worry about the leverage on the short section of rail if the head of the light were hit from the side, that it could bend or chip the rail. Any direct experience with this in rough use?

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gunnerblue
09-18-22, 14:49
I'm not sure if you'd consider my use "rough" or not but I use those mounts on a few rifles that get banged around some going in and out of vehicles, in the woods, etc. If anything I'd think that the screws connecting the light to the mount and/or mount to the rail would shear before the rail was damaged.
Molon
09-18-22, 15:05
I never had any problems with my Arisaka mount, but then I didn't throw it down the driveway either. As noted above, if anything, I would thank that the tiny screws that secure the light to the mount would shear or be ripped out of the light before damage to the rail occured.

https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/28568/arisaka_inline_m-lok_mount_01_resized-2530921.jpg

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quackhead
09-18-22, 18:07
I have one and have beat the living crap out of it with no issues. Been testing this out for a replacement for older gear sector mounts for use in LE SWAT capacity. I’ve been very happy with this mount We tried the ADM “updated” version of the gear sector mount and decided it was not a good fit
Send it...
09-18-22, 19:34
I have that setup on a predator gun, call all the time with it. Setup after setup, no issues. I trust it.
docsherm
09-19-22, 08:29
Considering this Arisaka setup I worry about the leverage on the short section of rail if the head of the light were hit from the side, that it could bend or chip the rail. Any direct experience with this in rough use?

https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-7lpxer6ykh/images/stencil/1500w/products/966/6028/ari-8__93201.1600107018.jpg

I use that exact same mount and I have never had any issues. I am very hard on my rifles and they have no issues.
Disciple
09-19-22, 11:02
Thanks all. I'll order with confidence.
Uncas47
09-19-22, 18:20
Solid kit, I have multiples, no worries.
Hammer_Man
09-20-22, 08:40
Does that mount leave enough room to install a DBAL or ATPIAL-C directly above the light?
Uncas47
09-20-22, 10:30
Does that mount leave enough room to install a DBAL or ATPIAL-C directly above the light?
I believe that is the intent, the website shows the mounting options viewed from the muzzle end. They also have a similar mount without the offset which keeps the light lower although not so tucked in. I just use mine left side on a KAC RAS with a clicky tailcap, clean and simple.
Hammer_Man
09-20-22, 10:35
I believe that is the intent, the website shows the mounting options viewed from the muzzle end. They also have a similar mount without the offset which keeps the light lower although not so tucked in. I just use mine left side on a KAC RAS with a clicky tailcap, clean and simple.

Perfect, I have a KAC quad rail I’m trying to find a light mount for.
docsherm
09-20-22, 10:43
Does that mount leave enough room to install a DBAL or ATPIAL-C directly above the light?

It does. That is what I use it with.
gunnerblue
09-20-22, 13:21
Does that mount leave enough room to install a DBAL or ATPIAL-C directly above the light?

Arisaka makes their Side Scout mount for pic rails specifically for this purpose.
Uncas47
09-22-22, 19:54
Arisaka makes their Side Scout mount for pic rails specifically for this purpose.

Yes, they make three 1913 scout mounts, the latest version mounts at 3:00/ 9:00 with some vertical adjustment built in. Please check out the website before you commit. They may have what you need , if in doubt contact them or move to the next option.