Socom II M1A suggested optic

[maxmayhem]

My wife got me a Springfield Armory SOCOM II 308.

I have an aimpoint on it right now but even wihtout the riser it sits kind of high for my liking. Any solutions for this?

Anybody know a good optic for this that allows for the forward mounting position? I know nothing about scout optics since I have predominantly AR style rifles.

 

[deo62]

I used a Nikon Handgun scope on mine. Worked out fairly well. If I remember right it was a 2X

 

[maxmayhem]

isnt there something designed for it?

I used a Nikon Handgun scope on mine. Worked out fairly well. If I remember right it was a 2X

 

[red_zr24x4]

Check out M14 Forum - M14 Forum for M14 M1A Rifles those guys will steer you in the right direction

 

[hog slayer]

I've tried a few different solutions. Nothing worked without altering comb height. I just ditched the idea in the end. I've shopped hard at Sadlak, Smith, you name it. Nothing really worked for a reflex type optic

 

[maxmayhem]

what about the sage stripper clip mount? Then put a burris fastfire or a vortex venom on it?

Sage M14SCSB Stripper Clip Sight Base for EBR M14 / M1A

I've tried a few different solutions. Nothing worked without altering comb height. I just ditched the idea in the end. I've shopped hard at Sadlak, Smith, you name it. Nothing really worked for a reflex type optic

 

[hog slayer]

I did not try that one or anything very similar, I guess. It seems to be roughly the same height as the factory installed rail on the barrel. I don't see a gain right off. But, that never stopped me from spending a buck before. I also gave the troy battle chassis a go. It was heavy, bulky, and just didn't seem to me to be a solid solution. So, I bought a standard M1A and the scout and they're all basically stock configuration now and I couldn't be happier with them.

I took my SOCOM to a carbine class and had a wonderful time with the irons.

 

[mcapo]

Check with A&A Optics (Site Sponsor). He has given me perfect advice on setups and prices are competitive.

 

[Fordtough25]

Have you tried a mount in the traditional area? Kinda ruins the "scout" look but works great.

 

[tradertator]

I would replace the factory scout mount with an Ultimak, it sits much lower to the gun. Put an Aimpoint Micro on top with a low mount (LRP, Bobro, or Arms #31 are good to go, Larue and AD sit too high), and your in business.

 

[42769vette]

Not many companies make a scout scope because not many people like them. Vortex makes a scout scope, but I dont carry it. Scout scopes take a very versatile, platorm, and limit it which is the exact opposite of what an optic is ment to do.

If you want o stick with the scout style mounting, limit your research to red dot's. If your willing to get a Sadalak/Basset mount then you can look into 1-4's/1-6's.

 

[maxmayhem]

i got the vortex scope and leupold quick release rings. I returned the rings though leupold websitge said it would work for my scope but didnt. I returned and ordered the medium rings. Hopefully those work. Eye relief seems ok and I want quick release so i can remove the scope and use the rings.

 

[Nazgul]

I have a Leupold Scout scope on my SOCOM. It is in focus when rifle is shouldered.

Easy to hit at any reasonable distance.

Don

 

[maxmayhem]

glad to know it can be done.

I have a Leupold Scout scope on my SOCOM. It is in focus when rifle is shouldered.

Easy to hit at any reasonable distance.

Don