dkd83

Thanks all. We can close this now.

I can no longer use Tap a Talk to access the forum.  Am I missing an add-on?  Any help greatly appreciated.

Targus makes reasonably priced and tough bags.

http://www.opticsale.com/burris-1x-4x-24mm-xtr-xtreme-illuminated-tactical-16272-prd1.html?gdftrk=gdfV2656_a_7c772_a_7c6880_a_7c037_d_201903 This might do it for me...if I can lift the rifle.

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Still waiting for the opportunity to go zero the irons.

Fist, Well argued...I don't know enough to dispute you. Definitely will consider your suggestions. Thanks

Dolomite- I used mildots while a sniper in the 82nd..I never thought of using one on an AR. They cost a buttload then. I believe I want a shorter scout-type scope - maybe cantilevered or easy remove I started researching online but hard to make decisions without seeing and holding. As for a red dot I believe small and cheap would prove good enough for this application.

Champion...quick completion and fair pricing. Tell them David Dyer recommended.

I like the idea of having both capabilities at the same time. A mil-ldot scope with a side mount red-dot seems right for me. Thanks everyone.

I am at a loss. What are the specific advantages/disadvatages of scope style vs reflex sights? Which would prove better for a general purpose rifle (target, SD, shtf)?

Well done article, glad to read it.

I've wanted a 'combat rifle' for sometime. I was going to go with an M14-style but the price and the weight gave me issues. The changes in the AR/M16 since I was in service piqued my curiosity but I never studied them at all until Dolomite made a sound argument to me. Now I'm looking at red dots and all that other stuff. Next, I'll start reloading. Must be a curse.

I have been there. Is it still $25 a year and they give you a key for the gate?

+1 to all the excellent comments. If I reloaded I'd have one.