Two grand for optics alone? You're thinking to cheap- go for a USO or S&B variable scope!
On a more serious note- I had this same dilema a short while ago (and here's the link to the thread if you want-it even has a poll for quick reference:
https://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=99080)- actually I'm still having it, but here's what I've come to the conclusion of so far-
I'm not sure I really like ACOG's- nothing wrong with them, I just personally don't like fixed power magnified optics. However I've never had the opportunity to try one with an RDS mounted.
For a low-power variable- I was playing around with a scope on the .22 just switching between 1x and 4x, and it seemed to me I would want more than 4x magnification- like at least a 1-6x. Just looking at a 100 yard target, I didn't see enough of a marked improverment over my standard Mk1 Eyeball to interest me anymore in a 1-4x optic.
Red dot/Holographic sights- Without the long speel I'm sure everyone else here will present better than me anyway, GET ONE.
Pick any Aimpoint that tickles your fancy, or one of the Eotech XPS/EXPS line. I used to have an "old" 512 on my first AR, but it got sold, and after test-shooting a T1, I think I like just a single dot a little better- your preference though.
Check the EE section here. Also, if I recall correctly dsgarms.com had a combo for either a T1 or CompM4 (either standard or "S" version) WITH an ADM QD mount in your choice of absolute, or 1/3 co-witness.
For standard general pupose use, there's not much you can't do with an RDS. They're also stupidly easy to figure out how to use, and they also make shooting accurately like 100x more stupidly easy.
I would also mention to get an RDS/HWS with the smallest dot you can get (2 MOA Aimpoint for example) as this will aid in shooting longer distances. Which, btw, if you check around here there was just a thread about long distance shots with red dot's- probably not 1-hole groups if that's what you're looking for, but the results might be more impressive than you would think.
I can't say anything about a magnifier- have never even laid eyes on one. But hey, you've got 2 grand, and it's not like it's an un-sellable item.
Speaking of which, you do have mags and ammo, right? Great! Get some more.
Not to derail the thread, but I wish someone had told me that before I frittered away my money trying out stupid shit. Now I have neither an optic, nor enough ammo/mags.
With your stated optic budget alone you should be able to afford a nice sight, plus a light, mags and ammo, especially if you shop around a bit.
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