I recently added the Vortex Crossfire II 1-4X24 V-Brite to my M&P sport. I used the Burris P.E.P.R QD mount, and could not be happier with the set up. The scope and mount came from Optics Plant after a short wait due to the scope being on back order. Total cost was under $280.00 (They were running a sale.) I mounted the Vortex to the Burris base, got it leveled up, then attached it all to my sport. I did not have a bore sighter, but really want to try the combo out this. So I headed to the range, separated the upper and lower, pulled the BCG and had a look. No way I thought, could it be that close. 3 rounds down range at 50 yards proved so. 2 clicks right, 2 clicks down, and it was golden. Have a look. First 3 shots shown in the black. 3 shots in the red after adjustment. Reticle Picture Scope and sport picture.
New ar owner here with a dumb question...Explain why all the ar scopes have such small objective lenses? I put a 3 - 9x40 nikon on mine.
I'm sure a lot is personal preference, but most AR's aren't used for long range hunting. So a large objective lens isn't needed to gather light at higher magnifications in the dawn/dusk. Taking an AR's designed purpose into consideration, which is to be light and shoot "minute of bad-guy", a small objective lens helps cut down on weight and gives adequate lighting at low magnifications. You've also got that giant front sight in the way, so a large objective lens also means you may have to raise your scope that might higher!
Makes sense. My scope and mount added some significant weight. More than I thought it would. OP, nice looking rig!
