[lefisherman1890]

Hello everyone! As my introduction post has stated I may be interested in the near future to put an optic on my rifle. I know I will need a mount since my m1a model is the standard model w/ no rails. I was curious if anyone here has mounted an Aimpoint Pro on their standard m1a? And if so what mount is best for this optic.

From what I can see the aimpoint pro w/ its included mount sits high and I am afraid of issues coming from that.

Any suggestions or proven setups?RNGR2

 

[USSF06]

The lowest profile setup you can achieve using a traditional (over the receiver) mount is an Aimpoint PRO in a low 30mm scope ring using the ARMS 18 scope mount. If you want things lower than that, you'll need to invest in a scout rail.

 

[Wasted ammo]

+ 1 for aimpoint any optic will likely be riding high on this rifle. There are many to choose from. I have a Bassett high mount which is not the most popular. But with an aimpoint you can quickly aquire close targets and also use your irons.

 

[Lurp]

I would make sure to take the spacer out on the optic mount for the PRO to help lower it down. What do you intend to do with the rifle and red dot?

 

[Wasted ammo]

With what I said I only shot one mag with the aimpoint. Then mounted a leupold 3.5-10x50mm scope.

 

[waldo82]

There are a bunch of Aimpoint photos in this thread: http://m14forum.com/optics/97908-aimpoint-m1a-m14.html An older setup of mine is on page 4. My Aimpoint has always been on an Ultimak M8 rail. It's an exceptionally solid configuration and low enough that a riser was not needed.

 

[swagbrdr]

Larue makes a QD low mount that looks useable too.

 

[lefisherman1890]

I would make sure to take the spacer out on the optic mount for the PRO to help lower it down. What do you intend to do with the rifle and red dot?

Thank you everyone! Well my eyes are an issue. I have always had poor eye sight and although I did surprisingly well on my first outing with the m1a at 50-100 yards, I plan to put an optic on it in the near future but I was just seeing out my options. Where I shoot there is not much land so I really don't need a scope however I will still consider it.

The aimpoint was an interest because I saw it on Black Hawk Down DI2.
and figured it would help me in target acquisition.

One other question, whether I put on a red dot or a rifle scope, I will more than likely have to use a cheek riser right?

 

[swagbrdr]

Thank you everyone! Well my eyes are an issue. I have always had poor eye sight and although I did surprisingly well on my first outing with the m1a at 50-100 yards, I plan to put an optic on it in the near future but I was just seeing out my options. Where I shoot there is not much land so I really don't need a scope however I will still consider it.

The aimpoint was an interest because I saw it on Black Hawk Down DI2.
and figured it would help me in target acquisition.

One other question, whether I put on a red dot or a rifle scope, I will more than likely have to use a cheek riser right?

Yes on the cheek riser.

 

[Killashrub]

The lowest profile setup you can achieve using a traditional (over the receiver) mount is an Aimpoint PRO in a low 30mm scope ring using the ARMS 18 scope mount. If you want things lower than that, you'll need to invest in a scout rail.

I like USSF06's setup with aimpoint more than scout rail. I just think the scout rail is ugly. And this setup is how the M14 was designed to have optics mounted.

 

[lefisherman1890]

I like USSF06's setup with aimpoint more than scout rail. I just think the scout rail is ugly. And this setup is how the M14 was designed to have optics mounted.

I agree! It just seems out of place to have a scope or red dot right on top of the barrel.

I wonder with this low mount if the aimpoint will cowitness with the front sight.

I still have a lot more research to do! DI5

 

[swagbrdr]

I'll third you guys on looks.

 

[USSF06]

I agree! It just seems out of place to have a scope or red dot right on top of the barrel.

I wonder with this low mount if the aimpoint will cowitness with the front sight.

I still have a lot more research to do! DI5

No, the only way to cowitness a red dot on the M14 is by utilizing a scout rail.

 

[Jackinape]

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Aimpoint on a m1a NO irons are too good,thats why I got me a AR.

 

[evilgrin]

Hey USSF06, what kind of scope ring did you use for your Aimpoint?

Also OP, if your budget allows, you can get an Aimpoint Micro and that, with it's lowest mount, should sit even lower than a PRO.

 

[USSF06]

Hey USSF06, what kind of scope ring did you use for your Aimpoint?

Also OP, if your budget allows, you can get an Aimpoint Micro and that, with it's lowest mount, should sit even lower than a PRO.

It was either a Warne or Leupold scope ring. I've used both manufacturers before, but I can't remember which one is pictured. I used the quick release version, so there is a lever on the other side that allows you to easily remove the optic and reinstall without losing zero.

 

[Guest]

Here Ya go...

Aimpoint PRO, you'll find the mount it comes with to be too tall even with spacer removed, so I set the mount aside, Vortex low tactical ring, ARMS #18 mount, and BlackHawk IVS cheek rest, and yes, Black Hawk Down was my inspiration for this rifle.

I really like this setup, but, the mount is so low you can have ejection issues like I experienced, so, I've moved the ring as far forward on the rail as it will go to clear the ejection path as I noticed some brass dings on it, yet to get out to the range and recheck...

I have 2 questions for USSF06 : Did you experience any ejection issues or had to do any tuning? And yeah, I'd like to know more about your scope ring...

 

[Wasted ammo]

I'm 99% sure that is a warne brand ring.

 

[umbys]

Someone with a Bula XM21 needs to put a aimpoint on and try it out.

 

[USSF06]

Here Ya go...

I have 2 questions for USSF06 : Did you experience any ejection issues or had to do any tuning? And yeah, I'd like to know more about your scope ring...

I had zero ejection issues with the setup pictured. I can probably find a picture of the other side of the mount to verify if it's Warne or Leupold.

SFC Shughart's rifle was my inspiration as well. I ended up selling the SOCOM to try and replicate the real deal.