Aimpoint Micro R-1 $299 closeout at MidwayUSA (ugh) [Archive]

chadbag

12-26-10, 16:06

Just a headsup: The Aimpoint Micro R-1 (H-1 with a silver stainless finish) is advertised in the Jan 2011 Midway flyer for $299.00.

The R-1 is functionally identical to the H-1 but comes in a silvery stainless steel finish.

(I have no interest in Midway or get nothing from people buying these -- just a heads up service. I don't even like MidwayUSA)

GLOCKMASTER

12-26-10, 17:08

chadbag

12-26-10, 17:15

SeriousStudent

12-26-10, 17:57

.......

The R-1 is functionally identical to the H-1 but comes in a silvery stainless steel finish.

......

Hmmm - nothing a little rattle can would not fix.

I've been thinking about getting a rail mounted on the top of my 870, and putting an H-1 or T-1 on it. The ~$500 price tag has held me back until now.

RGoose

12-26-10, 18:22

Very tempting. I was leaning more toward a compact ACOG to give something different a try. But at this price I may just revise that plan.

RogerinTPA

12-26-10, 18:55

Hmmm - nothing a little rattle can would not fix.

I've been thinking about getting a rail mounted on the top of my 870, and putting an H-1 or T-1 on it. The ~$500 price tag has held me back until now.

Great minds think a like.;) I was looking into outfitting my 1187 and AK variant with a RDS....I hate these damn threads.:p

GLOCKMASTER

12-26-10, 19:11

It appears that Aimpoint is discontinuing this sight.

SeriousStudent

12-26-10, 19:33

Great minds think a like.;) I was looking into outfitting my 1187 and AK variant with a RDS....I hate these damn threads.:p

Same here. One of those new Arsenal 5.45 sidefolders has been calling my name as well. And seeing Jay's SBR'd AK did not help a bit.

decodeddiesel

12-26-10, 19:41

I don't even see it listed on Midway's website. :confused:

GLOCKMASTER

12-26-10, 19:47

I don't even see it listed on Midway's website. :confused:

Try this!! (http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=913115&&rfx_page=0&RFX_PassBack=utm_source=Jan_11_Flyer&utm_medium=URL&rfx_catalogname=Jan_11_Flyer&rfx_catalog=1&utm_source=Jan_11_Flyer&utm_medium=URL&rfx_spread=0&rfx_gid=65593&rfx_pageid=1&rfx_catalog=1&rfx_passback=utm_source%3dJan_11_Flyer%26utm_medium%3dURL&rfx_base=http%3a%2f%2fmidwayusa.richfx.com.edgesuite.net%2fcatalog_midwayusa%2fJan_11_Flyer%2f&rfx_catalog_base=http%3a%2f%2fwww.midwayusa.com%2fGeneral.mvc%2fIndex%2fFlyerOnline%3f&rfx_omni=1&rfx_OmniPageName=p1&rfx_OmniCatalogName=Jan_11_Flyer&rfx_OmniClientID=midwayusa);)

RogerinTPA

12-26-10, 19:49

The lowest I found via google was Ebay. $380.00 with free shipping.

SoDak

12-26-10, 19:51

I would like to have one at that price but their online status shows:

Not available - One time run - Product is sold out and MidwayUSA is currently unable to obtain more. Products with this status were usually obtained through a one-time special buy. They cannot be backordered and may not be available again.

I just called them and they said they are expected to have these in stock in the next couple of weeks with the price being good until Jan 31.

I wonder when they will be in stock. I also called today and was disappointed to hear they didn't have any on hand. Now I have to decide between waiting to see if midway gets more of these or taking advantage of some other holiday sales.

GLOCKMASTER

12-26-10, 20:04

I wonder when they will be in stock. I also called today and was disappointed to hear they didn't have any on hand. Now I have to decide between waiting to see if midway gets more of these or taking advantage of some other holiday sales.

IIRC Jan. 8.

RogerinTPA

12-26-10, 20:06

Try this!! (http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=913115&&rfx_page=0&RFX_PassBack=utm_source=Jan_11_Flyer&utm_medium=URL&rfx_catalogname=Jan_11_Flyer&rfx_catalog=1&utm_source=Jan_11_Flyer&utm_medium=URL&rfx_spread=0&rfx_gid=65593&rfx_pageid=1&rfx_catalog=1&rfx_passback=utm_source%3dJan_11_Flyer%26utm_medium%3dURL&rfx_base=http%3a%2f%2fmidwayusa.richfx.com.edgesuite.net%2fcatalog_midwayusa%2fJan_11_Flyer%2f&rfx_catalog_base=http%3a%2f%2fwww.midwayusa.com%2fGeneral.mvc%2fIndex%2fFlyerOnline%3f&rfx_omni=1&rfx_OmniPageName=p1&rfx_OmniCatalogName=Jan_11_Flyer&rfx_OmniClientID=midwayusa);)

Thanks for the link. I got on the notification list.:cool:

SoDak

12-26-10, 20:28

IIRC Jan. 8.

Thanks.

ST911

12-26-10, 20:31

Hmmm - nothing a little rattle can would not fix.

Your darn right.

At that price, they can go on dedicated .22 training guns, too.

snakedoctor

12-26-10, 20:40

my wallet says thank you!!!

I guess I'll add in a can of spray paint to the order. :sarcastic:

steelhd1

12-26-10, 22:22

I just checked and it says "available", should ship tomorrow?

SkyLine1

12-26-10, 22:32

So this is almost the same as a T-1 or a H-1 minus the color and water depth of the T-1?

All three have 13 brightness settings and are about the same weight, Midways product info is vague.

Found more info, google search is good.

http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pwswheghNQsFFHwq_KhEISQ&output=html

SoDak

12-26-10, 22:40

I just checked and it says "available", should ship tomorrow?

I saw that too. I wonder what the deal is? I might have to try and order one and see what happens.

UsnRoberts

12-26-10, 22:47

I wonder if anyone has painted a aim point?!

Andy differences from the t-1?

kmrtnsn

12-26-10, 22:48

I just ordered one. I have a jar of Duracoat Matte Black just waiting to be used on this.

Kchen986

12-26-10, 22:54

This deal is too good to pass up. Just ordered one. Let's see what happens.

SkyLine1

12-26-10, 23:00

After some more searching, owners manual for the T/H/R-1

http://www.aimpoint.com/uploads/tx_pxaaimpoint/Manual_Micro_Civil_Komplett_12035-2_low_02.pdf

The R-1 is discontinued as of Jan 2010.

glockkid88

12-26-10, 23:16

I also ordered one but am kind of worried about it showing up as available but not showing up when I searched for it. That is a hell of a price however, so I figure what the hell.

kartoffel

12-26-10, 23:24

So this is almost the same as a T-1 or a H-1 minus the color and water depth of the T-1?

Yes. AFAIK it's the same thing as an H-1, just silver instead of black.

chadbag

12-26-10, 23:25

The R-1 is an H-1 in a stainless type finish. Made fornje handgun hunter amongst other intend users -- to match your stainless 44 mags and and S&W X-frames.

I don't think they sold very well. I know I got one in stock back in 2007 when the micros first came out. I also got several T-1 and H-1 in at the same time. The T/H-1 sold through quickly and were restocked. That R-1 just sat on the shelf. Finally this past spring as I finished my new carbine demo I was working on I decided I would use the R-1 for it since it was still on the shelf. Attached it to a DD mount and except for the silver finish on a black/fde/foliage green rifle it works just the same as any H-1 or T-1 I have used or have on my other guns. Good and sturdy and same user experience as the T-1 and H-1.

This is definitely a good value at $299. Just too bad that it is midwayUSA and not some real honest and loyal hard working aimpoint dealer that gets to help close these out.

Chad

chadbag

12-26-10, 23:26

I also ordered one but am kind of worried about it showing up as available but not showing up when I searched for it. That is a hell of a price however, so I figure what the hell.

The deal is listed in the January flyer.

outrider627

12-26-10, 23:30

Oh god, I did not need to see this. This might be too good of a deal to pass up.

hickuleas

12-26-10, 23:33

Thanks for the info. Just ordered one.

SkyLine1

12-26-10, 23:40

Ordered one too, couldn't pass it up.

Whats a good mount for a lower 1/3 cowitness?

mkmckinley

12-27-10, 00:05

Whats a good mount for a lower 1/3 cowitness?

You'll see a lot of people using the Larue and I went that route myself with no complaints.

triggs75

12-27-10, 00:56

Great deal had my eye on the H1 just haven't had the money for it. Thanks for the heads up.

Chad

sammage

12-27-10, 00:59

You'll see a lot of people using the Larue and I went that route myself with no complaints.

LaRue or ADM would be my choices for a QD mount. For non-QD, I went with the Daniels Defense mount.

Failure2Stop

12-27-10, 07:10

I just dropped an order for one of these for a lightweight build.
A little rattle-can time will make it fine in my world.

trooper430

12-27-10, 08:21

Just called and ordered one. Should arrive on Friday. Looking at ordering the Larue LT 660.

MisterWilson

12-27-10, 08:36

This is definitely a good value at $299. Just too bad that it is midwayUSA and not some real honest and loyal hard working aimpoint dealer that gets to help close these out.

Chad

What does that mean??

SuperiorDG

12-27-10, 08:50

Just order it and they ran my cc. They don't do that unless item is in stock and ready to ship. Also, they just shipped my Magpul RSA. Thanks for the heads up.

GLOCKMASTER

12-27-10, 09:29

Just placed my order for one. I think some Brownell's Aluma Hyde II that I have on hand can knock the silver off it.

chadbag

12-27-10, 10:19

What does that mean??

I think they would have done better to allow some other (large-ish) dealer do the closeout for them than having MidwayUSA.

I am not particularly fond of MidwayUSA anyway but the reason for the above sentiment is that MidwayUSA is the Wal-Mart of the firearms world and regularly runs sales on stuff that are under what most dealers pay for items and they use their size to upset the market and push people around. (Note I understand capitalism and am not calling for gov intervention or anything).

Aimpoint could have rewarded a better deserving dealer with the closeout. (And for the record I am not talking about my store or anything, my Aimpoint business was inconsequential)

Just my own personal belief.

glocktogo

12-27-10, 10:32

Just ordered mine and the order seemed to go through fine. No need for the rattle can on mine, cause it's going on my stainless Marlin SBL Guide Gun. :)

Beamish

12-27-10, 10:56

How could I not? I am going to paint mine in a wood grain and mount it on my M1 Carbine. :D

GLOCKMASTER

12-27-10, 11:01

Just received a tracking number for my order that I placed earlier this morning.

GLOCKMASTER

12-27-10, 11:03

How could I not? I am going to paint mine in a wood grain and mount it on my M1 Carbine. :D

You could always send it to Freedom Graphix and have them dip it in a wood grain color.:D

dennisuello

12-27-10, 11:16

just ordered mine. how easy are they to "take apart" and get them painted?

rob_s

12-27-10, 11:27

shootist~

12-27-10, 11:40

A Low mounted RDS works well on a FAL and with the right rail (not the DSA, btw) it's sometimes possible to co-witness the irons. I've not tried a Micro on a FAL (yet)...

ETA: Just ordered by phone. In stock and no issues.

SkyLine1

12-27-10, 11:56

just ordered mine. how easy are they to "take apart" and get them painted?

Blue painters tape to cover the lens and start spraying. Same concept as painting a AR. There are a few good threads on this topic here.

Nevermiss

12-27-10, 12:14

Ordering one too.

I'm frankly looking forward to leaving it silver and mounting it on test guns so the dim-bulbs at the static range have something to make fun of when I go there to zero for articles. :D

:laugh::laugh::laugh: Now that right there is funny.

I was thinking about painting mine too, but then I thought it would be more fun to just leave it silver and wait for the comments/reaction.

chadbag

12-27-10, 12:16

:laugh::laugh::laugh: Now that right there is funny.

I was thinking about painting mine too, but then I thought it would be more fun to just leave it silver and wait for the comments/reaction.

I've been to a few serious places (local drills get together and a nationally known training situation) with the R-1 on an AR and no one said anything about the color... I avoid normal "ranges" where old fogies shoot.

JPB

12-27-10, 12:52

Thanks for the heads up, ordered two. It's like buy one get one free.

parishioner

12-27-10, 13:11

Thanks, I really appreciate the heads up as well. This is too good to pass up.

GLOCKMASTER

12-27-10, 13:39

I just ordered my second one. The customer service rep said they showed 1200 in inventory.

steelhd1

12-27-10, 13:42

I just ordered my second one. The customer service rep said they showed 1200 in inventory.

That still won't last long. I hope I can gather some funds to take advantage of this...

GLOCKMASTER

12-27-10, 14:05

That still won't last long. I hope I can gather some funds to take advantage of this...

I would say that you are correct because the word is spreading.

supersix4

12-27-10, 14:19

order in. seems like a pretty good deal.

kartoffel

12-27-10, 14:38

just ordered mine. how easy are they to "take apart" and get them painted?

Looks like it is as simple as masking off the lenses. I've coated some flashlights before and used basic masking tape.

The base could be disassembled and painted separately. Shouldn't be too tricky. Only costs a few boxes of matches ;)

outrider627

12-27-10, 17:09

Damn it, I just couldn't pass this up. Broke down and ordered one. Now I need a mount too. There goes my Christmas money. Sometimes, I hate this website. :sarcastic:

Heidevolk

12-27-10, 17:55

Just ordered 2. Anyone looking for used Eotechs? :laugh:

Zanshin

12-27-10, 18:15

I ordered two. How could I not?

ICANHITHIMMAN

12-27-10, 18:33

Just ordered 2. Anyone looking for used Eotechs? :laugh:

what models

decodeddiesel

12-27-10, 20:15

Well hope this lasts till Friday, but I doubt it.

SkiDevil

12-27-10, 23:07

I just ordered one myself. Still listed in stock.

Thanks for the Heads-up Chad.

chadbag

12-27-10, 23:43

I just ordered one myself. Still listed in stock.

Thanks for the Heads-up Chad.

I am accepting tips and donations :)

ChocLab

12-28-10, 02:04

Ordered mine. Thanks.

mkmckinley

12-28-10, 02:57

I got an email notice that my order shipped including the R-1 for $299. I don't have the unit in hand but I'm pretty sure these are actually shipping.

anto

12-28-10, 05:10

Could NOT resist. Picked one up just now. Planning to paint it black with some Alumahyde.

:D

GreyOps

12-28-10, 08:07

Too good of a deal to pass-up, now to decide what color it will end up.

Zach

12-28-10, 08:15

I just ordered one myself. Still listed in stock.

Thanks for the Heads-up Chad.

Actually they still have 1,120 in stock.

280 units sold in 24 hours.

ra2bach

12-28-10, 12:29

I hope one of you guys have room on your couch. once my wife finds out I ordered yet another "Christmas gift" for myself, I may need to hide out for a couple days...

:sarcastic:

Victory

12-28-10, 17:10

Ordered one the other day.

I'll probably spray it with truck bed liner or Rustoleum Hammered black. Might leave it silver for a little while, for the bling factor.

-Vic

armakraut

12-28-10, 17:15

If it's just bare polished finish, couldn't one just put some aluminum black on it for anodizing?

CC556

12-28-10, 17:25

Just ordered one for my wife's rifle. I figure she can't be too mad at me if I bought it for her, right?

kmrtnsn

12-28-10, 17:25

Now I'm contemplating getting a second one, just because................

GLOCKMASTER

12-28-10, 17:30

Now I'm contemplating getting a second one, just because................

Do it....I dare you...I did....:D

jwperry

12-28-10, 18:03

When looking for a mount I found these:
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=944140
$199 Omega X FSP Daniel Defense Rails!?! Everyone else seems to have these for over $300....

This is gonna get expensive..

zacbol

12-28-10, 19:07

Thanks for the great tip! Ordered. Had been almost ready to pull the trigger on a T1 but at this price, I can't pass this model up.

I'll have to see how jarring it is to have a silver optic on top of a black AR. Doesn't seem like it'd bother me much, but maybe when I see it, my mind will be changed and I'll want to paint the stupid thing:confused:

SuperiorDG

12-28-10, 19:13

Ordered one yesterday and got tracking number for delivery tomorrow.

I'm already sleeping on the couch in my office, so what the hell:sarcastic:.

I am going to duracoat it and will post the pictures.

mprasek

12-28-10, 20:30

Should be here on the 3rd.

So what if it is stainless? Not a whole lot less camouflaged than black. Just sayin'.:sarcastic:

RogerinTPA

12-28-10, 22:03

I broke down and bought one. I have to decide if it goes on the shotty or the AK now. Great deal.

CLHC

12-28-10, 22:18

Don't forget the battery that's not included! :cool:

1GIG

12-29-10, 09:18

I ordered one yesterday around 4 pm. Had and email this morning that it was shipped last night around 9 pm. So they are shipping out fast.

glockkid88

12-29-10, 11:52

I ordered my aimpoint r1 on 12/27, it just arrived at my door. That's fast shipping! It is perfect, bnib no problems. And as a side note, there is a battery in the box too.

Agile53

12-29-10, 16:23

Placed my order, will now have a T1/H1/R1 with the R1 being hit w/ the rattle can.

So Chad where is it we send the tip/donation? Thx much dude for the heads up!

glocktogo

12-29-10, 16:49

ra2bach

12-29-10, 17:06

hurry up. only 587 left!

Heidevolk

12-29-10, 17:16

Received my two R-1's today. Very happy :-)

bubba04

12-29-10, 17:45

Holly Crap. I didn't need one, but I got one!

Thanks for the heads up!

I may stick this on my g3?

chadbag

12-29-10, 17:51

Don't forget the battery that's not included! :cool:

All the Aimpoint micros I have ever seen had a battery included including my R-1 (which is a 2007 edition).

You can buy extra batteries in 2-packs at wally world and similar for $5-$6

anto

12-29-10, 19:31

Dealextreme has 20 cr2032's for $3.43 shipped! 100 years worth :)

GLOCKMASTER

12-29-10, 19:51

Mine arrived this afternoon. They have already been sanded, degreased, painted and now they are drying.

bubba04

12-29-10, 20:06

Post pics when it dries!

mkmckinley

12-29-10, 20:14

Mine arrived this afternoon. They have already been sanded, degreased, painted and now they are drying.

Any chance you could do a writeup? I'm predicting that there are going to be a lot of pictures of painted Aimpoints around here all of a sudden.

armakraut

12-29-10, 21:52

Any tips for painting? Tried searching but didn't find anything in depth.

dennisuello

12-29-10, 21:57

Mine will be FDE. Not going to bother sanding, just wipe it down with acetone and paint.

mcmillanman5

12-29-10, 22:08

Just placed an order for one as well. Thanks for the heads up Chadbag!

chadbag

12-29-10, 22:15

Any tips for painting? Tried searching but didn't find anything in depth.

I would sand it to rough up the surface and thoroughly degrease. But that it is a WAG and not based on experience.

orionz06

12-29-10, 22:39

Ordered 12/28, shipped that night, will be here 12/30.

kmrtnsn

12-29-10, 22:43

I think threads like this go a long way to show the "community" spirit of this site. Thanks to Chadbag passing on a little bit of info on to the site here a lot of people have been able to take advantage of this deal.

Celt

12-29-10, 23:15

I might get one for my 10/22 at that price.

nelybarg

12-30-10, 04:06

thanks for the info. ordered mine tonight. now just gotta decide how best to paint it. i'm thinking testors enamel matte black in spray can.

anto

12-30-10, 08:44

376 left!

They are flying off the shelves

Rider

12-30-10, 10:17

The credit card bill is going to be bad this month. Good thing we got 3 paychecks in December......... Had to pick one up too. Thanks for the tip!

falightfighter

12-30-10, 11:25

Does it require any additional mount to put this on a flat-top AR?

armakraut

12-30-10, 11:27

Yeah, you're going to need a tall mount.

Gutshot John

12-30-10, 12:27

I hate you guys...I hate you so very, very much.

PS. My wife hates you too.

:sarcastic:

The_Watcher

12-30-10, 13:21

Thank you very much for the heads up. I just ordered mine.

Sent from my EVO using tapatalk.

kmrtnsn

12-30-10, 13:22

I hate you guys...I hate you so very, very much.

PS. My wife hates you too.

:sarcastic:

I'm with you! You guys have been hell on my "toy" checking account.

dennisuello

12-30-10, 13:36

Does it require any additional mount to put this on a flat-top AR?

Yeah, you're going to need a tall mount.

Yep, LaRue is going to love this sale as well.

trooper430

12-30-10, 14:35

Mine arrived today, put the battery in and it works fine. Just waiting on my Larue mount to arrive.

jwperry

12-30-10, 15:02

Yep, LaRue is going to love this sale as well.

KAC has impeccable timing, their mounts and control knobs are back instock in their webstore this week too. :D
It is going to be a good New Year..

kmrtnsn

12-30-10, 15:35

Just got off of the phone with LaRue. Love that company!

chadbag

12-30-10, 15:37

For a non quick release mount I like the DD mount. A lot cheaper than the LaRue and lightweight.

I have my T-1 on a Larue and my R-1 on a DD.

glocktogo

12-30-10, 16:19

Got mine today! :D

BMWguy206

12-30-10, 17:13

After reading this entire thread and thinking if I should buy it or not for the past 2 days I finally placed my order from Midway.

This will be mounted onto my new Benelli M4.

kwrangln

12-30-10, 17:50

Ordered one yesterday, ordered a DD mount for it today. The DD mount will have to do until Bobro gets around to releasing a mount for the micro.

JCKnife

12-30-10, 17:55

Like Loretta Lynn said, one's on the way. :D

outrider627

12-30-10, 18:17

Got mine about 30 mins ago. Cool little sight, very light weight. This will probably turn out to be a better choice than my original idea of a CompC3. The color is not as bad as I thought it would be, but I',m gonna find out how much it would be to get it cerakoted anyway.

shootist~

12-30-10, 18:34

Mine on one of my FALs. :) Co-Witness with the irons is good (~lower 1/4?) at the 300M iron setting, but a bit too low at the 200M setting. About the same as my ML3 in a low mount. FYI, this is a commie made mount :( ,but it works very well and is preferred *by me* over the DSA, which sits too high for co-witness.)

It would not tighten down on a different FAL with an even lower US made rail that's no longer available. I checked the R1 factory mount on a DD rail also - no joy on getting a tight fit there either.

Does anyone know if the low mount LaRue or ADM T1 mounts increase the height over the factory mount? I shoot my FALs on steel out to 500 meters and the ability to co-witness is a biggie for 300M and beyond.

I know it's mounted way back, but due to astigmatism and eye dominance that's where it works for me. Range trip as soon as things warm up a hair.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y141/shootist87122/FAL-Pics/3GFalMicro1.jpg

trooper430

12-30-10, 18:50

UPS just showed up with my LaRue LT660 mount. Put it together and sliped it on my AR-15A3 Tactical Carbine. Now all I need is my back-up sight. Thinking about a Daniel defense A1.5 fixed rear sight. Waiting to see how some of the paint jobs turn out.

rob_s

12-30-10, 19:00

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q111/rob_s/gun%20stuff/photo-18.jpg

apd268

12-30-10, 19:01

Damn you people :sarcastic: and finding these good deals. what to do what to do?

outrider627

12-30-10, 19:16

parishioner

12-30-10, 19:25

Snapped some pics with the iphone this evening. I'm happy with my first attempt at painting something. You can still see some silver around the knob but I'm ok with it.

http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt101/jordandalleman/photo-2.jpg

http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt101/jordandalleman/photo-3.jpg

http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt101/jordandalleman/photo-4.jpg

rushca01

12-30-10, 19:32

Snapped some pics with the iphone this evening. I'm happy with my first attempt at painting something. You can still see some silver around the knob but I'm ok with it.

What kind of paint did you use, looks like it matches up nice to the black anodizing. Any prep work?

nelybarg

12-30-10, 19:45

paint job looks good. ditto the request for prepwork and paint used.

parishioner

12-30-10, 19:46

What kind of paint did you use, looks like it matches up nice to the black anodizing. Any prep work?

The only flat black paint I had on hand was Rustoleum High Heat so I used that. Before I sprayed, I wiped it down good, lightly sanded it, and taped up the lenses with 3M painters tape. I actually applied the tape directly to lenses and used a razor blade to cut around the housing/scope body, making the tape cover the lens only so I could get the paint on the rim as well.

Also, I was an idiot and sanded it with the lens covers on so I wouldn't get any grit on the lens but as you can see, the paint on the front rim is a little darker and slightly goopy since I forgot to sand that part. So don't forget to sand the part that is covered by the lens cover in the front. :p

Tacoma213

12-30-10, 20:14

There I was, minding my own business reading M4C.net. Ran across the Midway R-1 thread and WHAM!!! $611 poorer.

Thanks to the OP for putting this up. I will put these on top of the two FDE SCAR's from Grant's group buy (mind my own business then too) with either a couple of Bobro's or Larue's. They will likely go for a Cerakote tan or black when they arrive next week.

Brother M4C'ers, you ROCK!!! My pocket book, that is....

notofnow

12-30-10, 21:51

I too found myself $300 poorer at end of day, but I got a frickin aimpoint micro.

it's all good

bubba04

12-30-10, 21:55

Anyone tell me is this a good deal?
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=7&f=121&t=817816

Comes about to about 400 bucks. Is the mount any good?

SkiDevil

12-30-10, 22:34

I received mine this afternoon.

I mounted-it on an ADM SOCOM height mount. I like the two-tone look. Problaby leave it that way!:D

SkiDevil

SkiDevil

12-30-10, 22:59

Anyone tell me is this a good deal?
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=7&f=121&t=817816

Comes about to about 400 bucks. Is the mount any good?

I own/ use an Aimpoint M2. That said, I would pick-up the R1 instead. Because of longer batterry life, more common battery, and lighter weight.

I ordered mine (the R1) with the ADM two-piece high (SOCOM) mount shipped 2nd Day Air for $415.

That would be my suggestion, unless you require an NV capable sight.

SkiDevil

P.S. It is a good mount.

Blinking Dog

12-30-10, 23:08

I've got an H-1 on my 5.56 gun, and have been very pleased with it. I pulled the trigger on this R-1, which will go on my "HK 416" in .22 LR.

Thanks for posting this deal.

glockkid88

12-30-10, 23:46

I purchased the micro r1 to go on an ultimak ak mount which I have yet to purchase. I believe that the ultimak is a true picatinny rail if Im not mistaken? I understand that the r1/h1 mounts are for weaver type rails. Will the R1 mount solidly on the ultimak or will I need a mount for a t1 which is for picatinny rail?

orionz06

12-30-10, 23:52

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5286/5308140927_bce74a7d81_z.jpg

FromMyColdDeadHand

12-31-10, 00:17

Got me for one. Should have bought two more at that price for stuff I want to set-up.

Ivory

12-31-10, 00:43

Down to 84. Looks like they will be gone by tomorrow.

mkmckinley

12-31-10, 01:23

glockkid, the R-1 will mount on the Ultimak.

noctis

12-31-10, 02:14

Of all weeks I come back to M4C. Nice catch eguns, ordered.

Dfarmer786

12-31-10, 06:24

I just sold my eotech 512 and was about to order an aimpoint ml2 in A larue mount but after reading ALOT on this forum I decided to take advantage of this deal before it ended. I just ordered an r1 and a larue lt751 mount directly from larue. Mu r1 will be here on 1/3/11 and not sure when I'll get the mount. I already have acanthus of paint on standby when it arrives. Thx everyone

Dfarmer786

12-31-10, 06:24

I just sold my eotech 512 and was about to order an aimpoint ml2 in A larue mount but after reading ALOT on this forum I decided to take advantage of this deal before it ended. I just ordered an r1 and a larue lt751 mount directly from larue. My r1 will be here on 1/3/11 and not sure when I'll get the mount. I already have a can of paint on standby when it arrives. Thx everyone

rushca01

12-31-10, 08:05

Just got two myself.

I wonder if Larue is going to have a backorder on mounts?:sarcastic:

RogerinTPA

12-31-10, 08:59

You guys paint jobs are excellent. What kind of paint are you using?

agr1279

12-31-10, 09:20

-1 more. Funny this came along. I went to check my EO-Tech last night prior to going to work today and the batteries are down again. just replaced them the begining of the month. Go figure.

trukreltrog

12-31-10, 09:33

Couldn't resist any longer, had to order one. :sarcastic:

ETA, looks like they sold out,,,

steelhd1

12-31-10, 11:27

Couldn't resist any longer, had to order one. :sarcastic:

ETA, looks like they sold out,,,

Damn... No $$ till Tuesday. Day late and a dollar short :mad:

Dfarmer786

12-31-10, 11:47

I hope they don't backorder on the mounts :( that'll be like getting a car as a gift and not receiving the keys until weeks later. Just stare at it

rushca01

12-31-10, 11:50

Midway's books are going to look good for the end of the year.....

1200 optics at 300 a piece = $360000

You have to imagine they still made some money on these even at the discounted price.

orionz06

12-31-10, 13:13

You guys paint jobs are excellent. What kind of paint are you using?

Krylon flat black

I hate cross forum linking, if anyone feels like reposting it here, go ahead.

http://www.firearmstrainingandtactics.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1046

GLOCKMASTER

12-31-10, 13:32

orionz06 that is exactly how I prepped mine prior to painting except they only thing I taped was the lenses.

I used Brownells Aluma Hyde II flat black because that's what I had on hand. I left them at the armory so they could cure without me being tempted to finger them. Very interested in seeing how they look after they've had basically five days to cure.

ghettomedic

12-31-10, 13:54

Anyone who bought 2 (or more) want to sell one for $350? :D

If so, PMs are welcome.

jklaughrey

12-31-10, 14:12

I bought 3, but as gifts for people. Sorry Ghetto.

crhoades

12-31-10, 14:47

They are now officially out. So who feels guilty or is in trouble with a spouse and is willing to make a profit?

$305 anyone?

falightfighter

12-31-10, 15:35

Any input on why the Weaver mount for these is 2/3 the price of the DD mount ($34 vs $55)? I know the Larue has a quick release, but the other two appear essentially identical.

shootist~

12-31-10, 16:13

I don't know why, but the R1 dot is working better with my astigmatic eye VS my ML3 (/w 2 MOA dot). At usable power on both, the R1 has little or no distortion and even appears (to my eye) to be slightly smaller.

I'll shoot mine before painting, but Rustoleum Satin Low Sheen (has outdoor furniture pic on the front) has worked very well on FAL parts as well as a Ishy No. 1 Mk III. (It's a very close match to Imbel Black and does not mind getting oily). Plus that's what I have on hand.

Gutshot John

12-31-10, 16:59

I don't know why, but the R1 dot is working better with my astigmatic eye VS my ML3 (/w 2 MOA dot). At usable power on both, the R1 has little or no distortion and even appears (to my eye) to be slightly smaller.

I don't have astigmatism but I've noticed the same thing. To get the 2 moa dot to be anywhere close to a 2 moa dot I have to turn it down so it's almost invisible. At usable power the bloom seems to be less defined.

rob_s

12-31-10, 18:10

Any input on why the Weaver mount for these is 2/3 the price of the DD mount ($34 vs $55)? I know the Larue has a quick release, but the other two appear essentially identical.

Link to weaver?

SoDak

12-31-10, 18:17

Link to weaver?

I'm guessing this is the mount in question.
http://www.weaveroptics.com/rings_bases/tactical/aimpoint_micro_mount.aspx

SeriousStudent

12-31-10, 19:21

Dfarmer786

12-31-10, 23:05

Chadbag, midwayusa should give you free shipping for a whole year of something. Thx to this thread they made a good chunk of Change

UsnRoberts

12-31-10, 23:26

Ok I waited too long. Who knows the other places selling them???

ucrt

01-01-11, 00:17

Ok I waited too long. Who knows the other places selling them???

==================================

Since it looks like the R-1 is discontinued, if I had to guess MidwayUSA bought all the existing R-1's in stock from Aimpoint. I say you might find one here and there from guys selling them but..."you snooze...you looze".

Don't feel bad, I paid bills, balanced my check book, and went to Midway to get an R-1 to go with my T-1 ... but...they were out.

Oh well...

.

5pins

01-01-11, 02:18

Ok I waited too long. Who knows the other places selling them???

I would think you will find them on the EE at TOS soon. :laugh:

armakraut

01-01-11, 02:35

If I had the money I would have bought an extra one for myself... and a couple dozen to sell on the EE over the next few months, at a slight price increase, naturally.

MTechnik

01-01-11, 08:19

I was waiting on my x-mas gift of 4 midway $25 cards to arrive to place my order. Oh well.

I did get a micro primary arms, so if I like that on my 22 upper, I'll give one shot for a real upper.

kwrangln

01-01-11, 11:46

This was posted on TOS this morning, I didn't call so I don't know the validity of it, but there might be hope for those who missed the deal.

I called today just to make sure they were all out. Was hoping they had an extra lol. Lady said they will have another shipment in, in January. I hope so.

I may pick up a second one if the deal does come back later this month, who knows if it really will or not. We'll just have to see.

outrider627

01-01-11, 14:18

In case anyone was wondering, this is how the R-1 looks unpainted on an AR:

http://img707.imageshack.us/img707/9153/dsc02612a.jpg

I think it looks ok, not horrible but not great. I'm not sure if I should attempt to paint it myself or find someone who does Duracoat locally for a good price.

elkknuckle

01-01-11, 23:20

I'm going to paint mine myself, using the tips that orionz06 posted. Just bought razors, painters tape and some alumahyde ii a couple of days ago. Will post pictures when I'm finished.

orionz06

01-01-11, 23:22

I'm going to paint mine myself, using the tips that orionz06 posted. Just bought razors, painters tape and some alumahyde ii a couple of days ago. Will post pictures when I'm finished.

I was playing tonight and found another trick. If you take some time, an exacto knife, and are careful, you should be able to push aluminum foil under the knob and have less silver showing than I do. I have yet to paint mine in this manner, mostly because it takes time and some thick foil, I have neither.

elkknuckle

01-02-11, 00:06

I was playing tonight and found another trick. If you take some time, an exacto knife, and are careful, you should be able to push aluminum foil under the knob and have less silver showing than I do. I have yet to paint mine in this manner, mostly because it takes time and some thick foil, I have neither.

Thanks! I may have to give that a try.

geneylim

01-02-11, 05:50

Here's Krylon Camo Black...
http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab85/geneylim/r1004.jpg
http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab85/geneylim/r1003.jpg
http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab85/geneylim/r1001.jpg

JCKnife

01-02-11, 09:30

In Brownell's alumahyde, which color is the best match to FDE? I see earth brown and desert tan...

SuperiorDG

01-02-11, 09:56

Put my new H-1 on a Larue LT 661 I had. Used Duracoat Dark Brown to paint it. After painting three of these things I found if you tape over the front lens and cut the tape around the outside edge then push it into the lens recess it fits good allowing one to paint the lens lip.

7008
If you look you can see that the two T-1s on the right are black on the inside of the tube, the H-1 is silver.
7009

7010
Tape job
7011

shootist~

01-02-11, 11:37

In Brownell's alumahyde, which color is the best match to FDE? I see earth brown and desert tan...

Unless you already have some Alumahyde (and have used it before) I would mull over using something else. It's leaves a really thick coating (more important if fitting parts after painting, of course) and requires a full week to cure.

2 centavos.

JCKnife

01-02-11, 11:47

Unless you already have some Alumahyde (and have used it before) I would mull over using something else. It's leaves a really thick coating (more important if fitting parts after painting, of course) and requires a full week to cure.

2 centavos.

Ah, I have not, but it was recommended on another board. Better option? I've never painted an optic.

Edit: wait, I'm not sure your reservations are all that bad. As you mentioned there are no parts being fitted here, and I don't care about the week. The sight is going on an SBR that I don't even have a BBL for Form 1 done for, so no hurry.

orionz06

01-02-11, 11:53

Alumahyde does have a high build, but since you should not be painting the bottom mounting surface anyway, I think this would be one instance where the thickness is not an issue.

shootist~

01-02-11, 12:06

...wait, I'm not sure your reservations are all that bad.

Actually they were, but when JFreuler gets around to posting his pics
he may prove me wrong.

I went through several cans of Alumahyde back in my FAL building days - it's outstanding for refinishing the OEM plastic furniture, including covering/filling in moderate scratches. I did not care for it on metal - too thick and brittle. But you could easily have a different opinion.

GLOCKMASTER

01-02-11, 14:56

Actually they were, but when JFreuler gets around to posting his pics
he may prove me wrong.

I went through several cans of Alumahyde back in my FAL building days - it's outstanding for refinishing the OEM plastic furniture, including covering/filling in moderate scratches. I did not care for it on metal - too thick and brittle. But you could easily have a different opinion.

I used Aluma Hyde II to cover the below rifle and I was really pleased with how it turned out. Considering what it's been through I'm very pleased with how it's holding up.
http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n355/STR8SHTER/DSC_0384-1.jpg

GLOCKMASTER

01-02-11, 16:32

For those of you worried about how it's going to look.....Just roll with the bling....

http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n355/STR8SHTER/LevisAimpoint.jpg

shootist~

01-02-11, 19:04

Needs a diamond studded glove to complete the ensemble.

orionz06

01-02-11, 19:09

For those of you worried about how it's going to look.....Just roll with the bling....

[I MG]http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n355/STR8SHTER/LevisAimpoint.jpg[/IMG]

Problem solving at its best. Why paint the optic when the furniture is easier?

GLOCKMASTER

01-02-11, 19:29

Problem solving at its best. Why paint the optic when the furniture is easier?

I just thought I would add a little humor to it. :sarcastic:

wicked_police

01-02-11, 23:23

That's awesome! :D

I have 2 on the way.
I'll be painting one OD Green I think, for my 870.

I painted one of the earlier H-1's with the shiny finish with tan krylon along with a DD mount and it's been pretty good so far, but the gun and optic haven't been through too much except in and out of the safe for a couple range trips.

decodeddiesel

01-03-11, 11:17

K_Picatinny

01-03-11, 12:15

For those of you worried about how it's going to look.....Just roll with the bling....

http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n355/STR8SHTER/LevisAimpoint.jpg

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e218/expert244/DESTROAPPROVES.jpg

atxjax

01-03-11, 17:11

Just got mine delivered. I can only see the dot on setting 7 and up. Is it defective?

rushca01

01-03-11, 17:37

Just got mine delivered. I can only see the dot on setting 7 and up. Is it defective?

Go into a dark room and try it on the lower settings..

GLOCKMASTER

01-03-11, 17:54

Just got mine delivered. I can only see the dot on setting 7 and up. Is it defective?
Like other Aimpoints I'm sure they use the same switch in the R-1 as the T-1 which has NV capability. So you will not see the dot on the first few settings.

UsnRoberts

01-03-11, 18:14

Anyone unhappy with theirs PM me i will buy it :-)

dennisuello

01-03-11, 22:48

Just got mine delivered. I can only see the dot on setting 7 and up. Is it defective?

In the pitch black room you can see it at setting 1.

rsgard

01-03-11, 23:01

kwrangln

01-03-11, 23:08

Whats your guys shipping times on these?

Not a bash but UPS tracking has not even picked mine up yet. Im not worried but I ordered my mount from SKDTAC a few days later and its going to get here first. Im sure midway's shipping dept. is crazy busy.

Ordered mine on the 29th and it should be here tomorrow (4th). I don't think that's too bad considering the holiday in there. I never got any shipping info in my email from them, so I called yesterday to see where things were. My mount should be showing up from Primary Arms on Wednesday (5th) which is right in line since I ordered it a day after ordering the sight.

All of this does me absolutely no good whatsoever though as I won't be home where my rifles are for another 2-3 weeks, life on the road and whatnot, aint it grand.

dennisuello

01-03-11, 23:36

I will sell mine for $325 shipped, as I decided I like my eotech better.

kmrtnsn

01-04-11, 00:46

Mine arrived today, I think it ran a bit later than the others as I specified a business address.

chadbag

01-04-11, 00:58

Like other Aimpoints I'm sure they use the same switch in the R-1 as the T-1 which has NV capability. So you will not see the dot on the first few settings.

???? What does the switch have to do with it. The switch just sets a "level". The circuitry in the device translates that to the led output. The R-1 has different circuitry so the switch will translate differently. The R-1 is really faint but visible in really dark environments at low levels. The T-1 is not bit is visible through NV at low levels.

FromMyColdDeadHand

01-04-11, 01:15

For those of you worried about how it's going to look.....Just roll with the bling....

http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n355/STR8SHTER/LevisAimpoint.jpg

IF that is your bright idea bulb tester, I think it is busted. Did you get that from the Edison museum?

Whats your guys shipping times on these?

Not a bash but UPS tracking has not even picked mine up yet. Im not worried but I ordered my mount from SKDTAC a few days later and its going to get here first. Im sure midway's shipping dept. is crazy busy.

UPS said they got the paper work on Friday, but as of midnight Monday had not recieved the package. Glad I didn't pick fast deliver options. Sent Larry a WTH note, hopefully I won't have to follow-up with a WTF letter.

K_Picatinny

01-04-11, 11:08

???? What does the switch have to do with it. The switch just sets a "level". The circuitry in the device translates that to the led output. The R-1 has different circuitry so the switch will translate differently. The R-1 is really faint but visible in really dark environments at low levels. The T-1 is not bit is visible through NV at low levels.

The circuit and the LED are the same on the T-1, H-1 and R-1. The only thing that makes a T-1 NVD compatible is the coating on the lens.

shootist~

01-04-11, 12:42

My attempt. A little more "sheen" than I anticipated, but based on other uses it looses most after it ages and gets used. I also made the mistake of applying too heavy on the first coat. Several lighter coats a few minutes apart is recommended.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y141/shootist87122/AR15/AimpointR1-01042011.jpg

Hung up to dry:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y141/shootist87122/AR15/AimpointR1a-01042011.jpg

atxjax

01-04-11, 14:25

I have mine at home. You guys were right about the low setting on 1-4. On setting # 7 it flares out a bit.

When I go to paint it I am going to use a protractor and cut some circles out to cover the lenses perfectly. Then use some flat black rustoleum hard hard paint.

Crackerballer

01-04-11, 16:55

Got mine today, didn't realize how small they were. I hope to paint mine a nice flat black soon, but want to take the time to do it right.

FromMyColdDeadHand

01-04-11, 20:39

rushca01

01-04-11, 21:13

Just heard back from Midway. It should have shipped on Friday but UPS didn't pick up their truck so it started out yesterday. Not a big deal.

When spraying, try more thin coats with some tack time between coats instead of a thick coat to make it flatter. Plenty of paint in that rattle can to paint the little sight. Just back off it a bit.

Same thing happened to my shipping as well. Was supposed to ship on Friday but actually didn't ship till today (when it was supposed to be delivered) and got pushed to Thursday.

Anybody notice how all the DD mounts are out of stock at SKD..:D

anto

01-04-11, 21:58

Freshly painted with Alumahyde II in Matte Black.

http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/46/img2557a.jpg

It should degloss a bit more upon drying. If not, I'm going to grab some krylon ultra flat black and hit this thing again. I kind of F'ed up on the battery cover and lower front ring area, but the cover is really nasty so I have to redo it for sure. Alumahyde is $ compared to krylon, so I have a feeling I'm going to be heading that route anyway.

supersix4

01-04-11, 22:57

Same thing happened to my shipping as well. Was supposed to ship on Friday but actually didn't ship till today (when it was supposed to be delivered) and got pushed to Thursday.

Anybody notice how all the DD mounts are out of stock at SKD..:D

yeah and the LT 660s are gone too :mad:

kwrangln

01-04-11, 23:04

Having seen plenty of pictures of these things but never actually seeing one in person, I was actually suprised by how small it really is. Damn if this thing isn't tiny and light, wow.

http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk58/kwrangln/aimpoint/aimpoint04.jpg

Mount should be here tomorrow, but I won't be back home for a while to paint and install it, can't wait to go shooting again to try it out.

NeoNeanderthal

01-05-11, 16:25

Just wanted to let you guys know i found a trick to help tape the lenses up and put it here https://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?p=867749#post867749.

also, mine did NOT come with a battery. Just so you know.

dennisuello

01-05-11, 16:28

bubba04

01-05-11, 16:41

I just got off the phone with a midway rep and they said there would NOT be receiving any more of these. After getting mine i was hoping I could snag another one :(.

Dfarmer786

01-05-11, 19:16

Ups showed up today with two boxes, one from midway and one from larue! The aimpoint is very nice and solid as usual. All tools were included with the optic including a battery.

LaRues mount is awesome it's a lt751. Included with it was all hardware, Allen wrench, blue loctite and they were nice enough to throw In two bumper stickers, pocket constitution, some dillo dry rub and a beverage entry tool. Very pleased with them. Tomorrow I will attempt to paint the optic and zero

Falboy

01-06-11, 08:04

I just got off the phone with a midway rep and they said there would NOT be receiving any more of these. After getting mine i was hoping I could snag another one :(.

Hmmm, weird. If you hit the Remind me tab, it says they'll have more 1/18...:confused:

bubba04

01-06-11, 08:12

I hope she was wrong because I really want to order another one.

Boss Hogg

01-06-11, 09:19

the Allen wrench in mine was flopping around in the box, and I'm lucky the lenses didn't get scratched.

Aries144

01-06-11, 09:44

Mine showed up with a battery.

I had some initial trouble getting mine to mount to a picatinny rail. The moving "claw" was bottoming out before it could get a tight enough hold on the rail. In this condition, the optic could be made to slide forward and backward on the rail with firm hand pressure. I assumed this was the R-1 = Weaver, T-1 = Picatinny that I'd read about elsewhere.

I solved the issue to my satisfaction by carefully, with a flat sanding block, sanding down the flat space on the "claw" that was causing it to bottom out prematurely. It now grips solidly on my Ultimak mount.

vinsonr

01-06-11, 10:05

I received mine yesterday. It had a battery, lens covers and everything else. Can't wait to get my mount in and paint it. Thanks for the various info on painting these suckers.

Doran

01-06-11, 10:24

the Allen wrench in mine was flopping around in the box, and I'm lucky the lenses didn't get scratched.

Just curious, but are you saying that the rubber bikini wasn't on the sight either? I only ask because while my wrench was loose also, I had little fear of the lenses with their protection in place.

angel

01-06-11, 21:30

I just got mine in. It definitely needs to be painted. I am very excited. Got a mount arriving tomorrow the lt751. I do have a question though. I will mount the r-1 and lt751 on a colt 6920. What rear sight do I have to buy to get the absolute co-witness? Are all folding rear sights the same height? Which one is "best"?
Thanks!

outrider627

01-06-11, 21:41

ucrt

01-06-11, 22:12

All BUIS are the same height. Its the optic mount that determines absolute or 1/3 co-witness.

==================================

Just to clarify...

I know the questions was "Are all folding rear sights the same height?"

All AR-15 Folding Rear BUIS are the same height. There are Folding Rear Sights that are not the same height as AR-15 sights, those sights fit other model guns-HK's, SCAR's, etc.

FYI - There are two different AR-15 Folding Front Sight heights - Receiver Rail height and Gas Block height. You need to know if the location of where you are mounting the FS is lower than the Receiver Rail, (which is Gas Block height) or if it is the same height as the Receiver Rail (which is rail height).

There are other folding front sight heights for other models of guns, too.
So, I said all of this because if you see a good deal on a sight at a gun show, you need to know what height you need and to make sure it is for an AR.
.

tiktat

01-07-11, 03:03

I called the other day and was told they would be receiving more in this month. I missed the first batch.

Alaskapopo

01-07-11, 04:38

FromMyColdDeadHand

01-07-11, 10:11

All three of mine came with a battery in the box.
Pat

Dude, you only have two eyes!

I didn't realize that this version was unpainted. Gives a nice look at how much milling goes into making one, versus the cheap Sig ones I have for some 22 plinkers.

Forgot how light they are.

agr1279

01-07-11, 13:51

Got mine yesterday. It came with a battery. I ordered on the 31st. It shipped on the 4th and I got it on the 6th. Now I just need to get a mount for it.

Dan

rsgard

01-07-11, 13:59

All three of mine came with a battery in the box.
Pat

Mine did too.

It seem from this thread that there are many like myself that are first time red dot buyers because of the exceptional price.

If anyony is looking at mounts the DD mount is 1/3 cowitness. For a point of reference with the rear mbus up i can see the whole front post(but not the block) and wings on the side.

When i first got mine i thought something was wrong with it because i was trying to look at the dot and it wasnt round and looked blurry. To make it short hold it at arms length and look through it at something.

shootist~

01-08-11, 14:42

I just mounted the R1 in an ADM modular base with their absolute "CO" riser. This seems to be working much better for *me* than the ML3 mounted lower 1/3. I'm left-eye dominate and also use a low cheek weld. My natural gun mount is very low. If I focus both eyes on the target as I mount the gun, all things are good - despite a lot of FSB in the tube.

A folding front sight could be another approach and I have one of the delayed delivery DD uppers on order that could fit that bill.
The paint job will do as well.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y141/shootist87122/AR15/AimpointR1N4L-01082011.jpg

snakedoctor

01-09-11, 11:03

got my optic today. very happy with it for the price. I'm also really diggin the red adjustment tool that came with it. My T-1 and H-1 didnt come with one. Mine also had a battery with it. Cant wait to set in in my DD Mount.

SoDak

01-13-11, 16:20

Interesting. The mount for the Micro is $45, but I'm wondering about return to zero, and how loose that twist knob will get without constant scrutiny.

I have the DD mount at about the same price, which is solid but not QD. I have been pleased with the return to zero on my ADM mounts. But I only did that once, just as a test.

As Joe Civilian, the QD feature is not a necessity for me. But it's almost always good to see more people building new products.

I got to look at a weaver brand mount today and I'm not sure what to think. I would think it should lock up solid since they have an extra rail lug on the bottom and the wing nut has a little jam nut to hold it down. I'm wondering though if you are supposed to re-use the screws that come with the micro since I didn't see any in the package. I'm tempted to buy one at the $45 price, but I'm thinking I might be better off with an ADM mount.

angel

01-13-11, 18:03

Got the Larue lt751 absolute co witness mount. It is a work of art. Came with mounting screws (one spare) and tools. Included in the box were bumper stickers, (my wife took the "God bless our troops, especially the snipers" for her car, she never wanted stickers on her car before) some dry rub for meat and an opener. I was really impressed with everything. Made me feel proud with all the American bashing going on. Those people at Larue are serious professionals and it shows in the details. I definitely will purchase my AR products there first.

Going to the gunshow in Lakeland and then on to the range to zero. Definitely have to have it painted but want to have it professionally done. Anyone get theirs back yet from sending it out to paint?

Angel

decodeddiesel

01-14-11, 12:12