My Aimpoint Review of the M4 and T1

[RogerinTPA]

I have nothing but high praise for my M4S (My first Aimpoint). It took me a few range sessions to get used to it after running an EOTech for a few years. I like both.

[Dunedain]

I was wondering if you fellows might be able to answer some questions and offer some advice on Aimpoint red dot scopes?

I'm planning on getting an Aimpoint red dot scope for a Saiga .308 AK, probably the CompM4, since that seems to be of very high quality from all I've heard. I'm going to be getting a BP-02 scope mount, like in this link http://www.goodoptics.com/good/28 , which will let the scope sit nice and low over the receiver.

1.) I'm assuming the CompM4 would mount right onto that BP-02 scope mount with no problem? The BP-02 is already quick detachable if the scope goes down and you want to use the iron sights fast with the scope out of the way.

2.) Will the CompM4 sit low enough on this mount when using a stock with a standard Russian AK drop to see the red dot comfortably, or would a stock pad likely be needed for a comfortable and solid cheek weld high enough on the stock while looking through the CompM4?

3.) Aimpoint makes smaller models, but there must be something that the smaller models do not do as well as the larger models or Aimpoint wouldn't make the larger models. What advantages does the CompM4 have over models like the Micro T-1? Perhaps the CompM4 has a larger field of view for faster target acquisition, and/or maybe it's more durable due to heavier construction? This scope will be used for both fast work at close-quarters as well as aiming out to perhaps 300 yards or so (to take advantage of that nice 7.62x51/.308 round), so the 2 MOA dot on the M4 should be good for both.

4.) Also, any recommendations on whether to get the high battery compartment model CompM4 or low battery compartment model CompM4s? At first glance, it would seem the high battery compartment might obscure your field of view around the scope toward the target area somewhat more than the lower CompM4s. But maybe there's a plus to having it higher up, I'm not sure.

Any thoughts are welcome. Thanks!

[Jay Cunningham]

I was wondering if you fellows might be able to answer some questions and offer some advice on Aimpoint red dot scopes?

I'm planning on getting an Aimpoint red dot scope for a Saiga .308 AK, probably the CompM4, since that seems to be of very high quality from all I've heard. I'm going to be getting a BP-02 scope mount, like in this link http://www.goodoptics.com/good/28 , which will let the scope sit nice and low over the receiver.

1.) I'm assuming the CompM4 would mount right onto that BP-02 scope mount with no problem? The BP-02 is already quick detachable if the scope goes down and you want to use the iron sights fast with the scope out of the way.

2.) Will the CompM4 sit low enough on this mount when using a stock with a standard Russian AK drop to see the red dot comfortably, or would a stock pad likely be needed for a comfortable and solid cheek weld high enough on the stock while looking through the CompM4?

3.) Aimpoint makes smaller models, but there must be something that the smaller models do not do as well as the larger models or Aimpoint wouldn't make the larger models. What advantages does the CompM4 have over models like the Micro T-1? Perhaps the CompM4 has a larger field of view for faster target acquisition, and/or maybe it's more durable due to heavier construction? This scope will be used for both fast work at close-quarters as well as aiming out to perhaps 300 yards or so (to take advantage of that nice 7.62x51/.308 round), so the 2 MOA dot on the M4 should be good for both.

4.) Also, any recommendations on whether to get the high battery compartment model CompM4 or low battery compartment model CompM4s? At first glance, it would seem the high battery compartment might obscure your field of view around the scope toward the target area somewhat more than the lower CompM4s. But maybe there's a plus to having it higher up, I'm not sure.

Any thoughts are welcome. Thanks!

Trust me when I say that you'd be much better off with an UltiMAK (if they make one for your rifle) and a Micro Aimpoint.

[Tomac]

Trust me when I say that you'd be much better off with an UltiMAK (if they make one for your rifle) and a Micro Aimpoint.

This ^^^ (from a former AK-holic).
Tomac

[Dunedain]

I prefer the rear mounted scope, going for an authentic AK type arrangement. The gun has already been setup in a military AK config. (AK pistol grip, forearm, etc.), so I'm not going to mess with it now.

As to my questions, any thoughts, ideas?

[rchen404]

I know the T-1 will co-witness with AK sights. What about the M4? Judging by pics, looks too big.

[wahoo95]

I know the T-1 will co-witness with AK sights. What about the M4? Judging by pics, looks too big.

I'm guessing it won't due to its size.....not a good option

[Voodoo_Man]

I will probably be picking up a T1 for my SCAR.

Thanks for the review.

[rchen404]

I'm guessing it won't due to its size.....not a good option

Actually it will co witness pics in the link.

Might be heavy if mounted on gas tube on ak, mess up the balance.

http://www.warriortalk.com/showthrea...-Comp-M4/page2

[Army Chief]

We just witnessed the revival of a four-year old thread. Not exactly a big deal, but I would recommend that we start an altogether new one if this discussion is to be continued.

AC