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Offline felix

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #45 on: September 14, 2015, 02:41:53 PM »
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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #46 on: September 14, 2015, 05:11:55 PM »
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Let me just say that as nice as the Prismatic is, I would run a co-witnessed red dot on the handguard if I could, because receiver mounts for the vz 58 are such an expensive pain in the neck.
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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #47 on: September 15, 2015, 08:01:32 AM »
@smokemup

My intention is to mount it on a 45 deg. offset for close target acquisition and keep the 3X Trijicon ACOG (7.62x39 BDC reticle) as the primary optic for anything 75-100++ meters.  The ACOG being 3X makes it difficult for me to acquire targets through the sight, but easier to aim,  while the rod dots are hard for me to target at distances must past 100. 

It sucks to get old.  I might not be able to move fast, but at least my eyesight is poor.  :'(

Mind saying what mount you're using for 45 degree offset?

Just ordered these two mounts from Brownells to try on the FAB Defense front rail.  Whichever works I will operate on the Sa.58 and the other will go on a SIG556R (which also has an ACOG on it) in anticipation of adding another Burris Fastfire on that rifle.  I love the ACOG but for CQ finding targets is not so easy.

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #48 on: September 17, 2015, 02:23:32 PM »
I picked up a Vortex Spitfire 1x during the most recent Cabela's sale.  I'm very impressed with it so far.  The clarity and sharpness of the reticle is awesome.  The only thing that I'm disappointed by is that it's apparently not compatible with the ACOG mount due to its mounting screws being off by about .25,inches.  I'm toying with the idea maybe altering an RS Regulate ACOG mount, but would hate to potentially waste the $70-$80 dollars.

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #49 on: September 17, 2015, 08:52:32 PM »
Hey guys just went to the range today and test the corwin arms dust cover with a ncstar mark 3 2-7(I know is no an acog  or nothing fancy but I'm in ai tight budget)and I was getting 2-2 1/2 inch groups at 100 yards(that's for me is good enough)but I notice when I got  home that the mount was a little loose.Does any body now the best way to keep it from loosen up.I just got on the mail today my new PA 4x compact scope n it looks great,I'll give my update one I go to the range and try it. ;D ;)

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #50 on: September 23, 2015, 11:58:44 PM »
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The post above is opinion, and I am probably totally wrong, so please pardon me if I offend anyone in any way. I am speaking only for myself and just sharing my thoughts, not trying to start an argument with anyone, and if you disagree with anything I have said, I concede your correct.

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #51 on: September 24, 2015, 02:02:57 AM »
FOV being larger definitely applies to the spitfire too (probably larger than the trijicon MRO fov too, at 10-20% or so) -- but at 2.5x the length and weight...

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #52 on: September 24, 2015, 09:22:46 AM »
Does any body now the best way to keep it from loosen up.

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Checked the rail and the two allen bolts had come loose! I had specifically asked if I should Blue loctite them down and was told no- not necessary. I can be fairly heavy handed with a wrench at times so I thought they were on good and tight. They are now blue loctited, lesson learned.
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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #53 on: October 27, 2015, 05:05:58 AM »
A couple interesting postings over at TFB.

Unsuitable at Any Range: A Holosun Review: http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/08/unsuitable-range-holosun-review/

USSOCOM Issues Warning About EOTechs, Sights Do Not Live Up To Claims: http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2015/10/02/ussocom-issues-warning-about-eotechs-sights-do-not-live-up-to-claims/

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #54 on: October 27, 2015, 08:26:02 PM »
I'm so far happy with my Primary Arms 4X Compact 7.62 x 39 / .300 Blackout Prism Scope PAC4XAK300BO.
I use it with one of the Red Dot mounts, I think the low mount one. Love the reticle.

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #55 on: October 27, 2015, 08:54:55 PM »
Saw those reviews. My Holosun has been fine. Then again, I'm not quite the klutz as that one reviewer. Holy cow! I mean, Holo cow!  O0

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #56 on: October 28, 2015, 10:36:33 AM »
I'm so far happy with my Primary Arms 4X Compact 7.62 x 39 / .300 Blackout Prism Scope PAC4XAK300BO.
I use it with one of the Red Dot mounts, I think the low mount one. Love the reticle.
Just got one of those myself! It's perfect for the VZ.58!

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #58 on: November 14, 2015, 10:21:16 PM »
Just added a vortex sparc 2 today, will test tomorrow and report back

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Re: Preferred optics for the vz.58?
« Reply #59 on: November 16, 2015, 07:52:02 PM »
The vz58 and vortex sparc 2 is a great combo!!!