It does not come with a mount/riser.
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What advances are you referring to, and do they make a practical difference? Honest question. I just don't know. I can guess maybe battery life improved with the later models, but not sure that matters when it's already measured in years. FWIW, I use a Pro and don't feel I lack for anything.
I got this combo
http://www.laruetactical.com/aimpoin...m4-mount-combo
Comp M2 + M4C Equipment Exchange = WINNING!
Aimpoint has MAP pricing so you will likely find the same prices anywhere you look whether it be Grant or Optics Planet. I have a PRO and like it but I will likely upgrade to a T1 on a Larue QD mount.
Thanks for all of the feedback, guys! I almost went for the PRO, but I found a NIB M4 for $600 shipped and couldn't really pass it up, so I went with that one.
Unless you just want to spend more money than needed just get the PRO.
Good choice but it's a little on the heavy side. You can't beat that price though. I would suggest getting an ADM lower 1/3 mount. It is much nicer than the QRPII mount which is absolute co witness. The great thing about the M4 is that you can put an Energizer Lithium battery in it, turn it on and forget about it for 8 to 10 years.