Please recommend an optic for the casual shooter

[!Nvasi0n]

That's an 'ok' deal - I got mine used WITH the QRP mount, flashkill, rubber armor & covers, for $250 delivered a few years ago. Unless you're in a hurry for a class/competition, you might continue to shop around the EE here and on other sites.

GOOD glass is NEVER a bad investment. PINCH pennies if necessary - you will NOT regret it.

This is solid advice! $350 is a bit to high IMHO for used anything. Some people just feel the need to put shot up for grabs for 70-90% new value hoping someone will buy...be educated, don't do it!

I think you can find many quality optics in mild used condition for $200-$300.

For instance, I just bought a Demo model TLR-1 light at my LGS for $30. How could I say no? It says DEMO right on it. But a little sharpie here and there blacked it out. But hey it's used, and I got a sweet deal!

Point being, when living and spending on a budget go shopping...somebody out there has good gear for sale, and they're hurting for money too

[Ronin64]

You can sometimes find an Aimpoint pro for $360 on sale.

[KennyFSU]

Yeah I guess I could keep looking.

Interestingly enough I also found a used but great condition 512 for the same price ($350) but I would prefer the AP over that one, thanks all.