Aimpoint: Which one and where from?

[Skyyr]

I'm ready to pull the trigger on an Aimpoint, just not sure which one. My first pick is the M4/S, but at $800 for an RDS, I'm having a really hard time justifying it. I DO prefer the larger tube on the M4 (over the micro Aimpoints), which leads me to the previous gen Aimpoints. Is there that much of an improvement in the M4's vs M3's? Enough to justify the cost difference? I also really dislike that the M3's can turn/cant if not mounted perfectly level. All of that leads me to the T-1, which I can't really fault for anything except its smaller tube, which can make odd-position sight acquisition slightly more complicated at times.

Lastly, are there any places offering Christmas deals on Aimpoints?

Thanks, and I appreciate the input!

[WickedWillis]

Have you looked at the Pro? Easily the best bargain in optics out there.

[Skyyr]

Have you looked at the Pro? Easily the best bargain in optics out there.

It seems very good, but shelling out $400+ for what seems to be a re-worked M2 in a less-durable configuration (compared to the M4 and T-1) seems like a big compromise, IMO.

[WickedWillis]

I'm not sure it's less durable by any means. It also comes with a decent mount. I really do not think you are sacrificing anything by going with the Pro IMO.

[Anthony.L]

It seems very good, but shelling out $400+ for what seems to be a re-worked M2 in a less-durable configuration (compared to the M4 and T-1) seems like a big compromise, IMO.

It's not by any means. I would argue you would never notice the difference between a Pro and a CompM2.

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[Skyyr]

It's not by any means. I would argue you would never notice the difference between a Pro and a CompM2.

That's my point. The PRO is a virtually M2, so purchasing an M2 when we have the advances of the M3, M4, and T-1 seems sort of backwards to me, unless the durability and performance gains just aren't really worth it. I can honestly say I've never seen someone recommend an M2 over an M3 or M4, so I guess that's where my skepticism over the PRO comes from.

[CoryCop25]

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[Anthony.L]

That's my point. The PRO is a virtually M2, so purchasing an M2 when we have the advances of the M3, M4, and T-1 seems sort of backwards to me, unless the durability and performance gains just aren't really worth it. I can honestly say I've never seen someone recommend an M2 over an M3 or M4, so I guess that's where my skepticism over the PRO comes from.

You are honesty over thinking this. The PRO was originally designed for LEO only, hence the name Patrol Rifle Optic. The only reason the price is so much lower was for LEO. Then they decided to let everyone purchase the PRO, and now we get a M2 for basically a lot less.

Just buy the PRO and I guarantee you will be happy with it.

[Skyyr]

That makes sense - thank you for the input!

Quick question - does the T-1 come AR ready for mounting? Or does it require an additional mount/spacer? I've searched and can't seem to find a clear answer.