Best AR optic mounts?

[FSB12B]

Any suggestions on favorite and reliable AR mounts amongst the group? I am not interested in super cheap, but I am also not fond of $300-$400 to mount a scope to an AR. The optic being mounted will be a 56MM SHV, so I need proper space for the objective. Currently in some cheap-o Vortex rings that will be given away once removed.

Any other recommendations?

Thanks!

 

[justinspicher]

I use NF unimount and rings for all of my ARs. No issues so far.

 

[Dave0317]

Man, prices have sure come up a lot. I was about to recommend Larue, but I haven’t bought anything from them in like 12 years. Swear their stuff used to hang out around $200ish. All $300-$400 now.


I have used Vortex mounts a couple times with no issue on LE duty rifles. Not formally drop tested or anything, but plenty of daily wear and tear kind of stuff, riding in vehicles, etc. no issues on two rifles with 1-6’s over a two year period.

Edit to add:
We have the pro extended cantilever vortex mounts. Noticed you said you had vortex rings, and they make a broad range of stuff, so figured I should specify. These are just over $200, so not super cheap, but half the cost of Larue.

 

[Rome]

Depending what optic height you want, and the purpose of the rifle…I like the badger ordnance mounts a lot

 

[FSB12B]

Anyone running a bigger objective on an AR or am I a unicorn? I literally have no other use for the scope, so that's where it is going. I would assume the standard 1.54" mount height would work?

I looked at Larue, Badger, and Geissele. Not super excited to drop that much but will if I have to. This will be hunted with next year for anything from elk to antelope depending on tag selection if my 6MM Arc isn't put together by then, and the system will be tested once complete. I do not see a drop test for the 56mm SHV's so I will either do my best rendition or send it in if @Formidilosus or @sndmn11 have they have the time.

 

[FSB12B]

I use NF unimount and rings for all of my ARs. No issues so far.

Any issues with the charging handle and running rings?

 

[justinspicher]

Nope, I’m not even sure how that could be a problem.

 

[FSB12B]

Nope, I’m not even sure how that could be a problem.

Depending on ambidexterity and height of lens above handle. Basically, making it a PITA to charge the handle lol.

 

[justinspicher]

I see what you mean now. I have different uppers with different height if unimounts. I usually mount my scopes just in front of the charging handle to avoid any issues.

 

[djewell87]

QD or non QD?

 

[RockAndSage]

One of the better AR scope mounts out there regardless of price are Bobro's, and most of them come in under $300. They're about as bulletproof as you could ask for, and QD. Only criticism is that they're just a bit heavy, but the tradeoff is their great durability and stability.

If you want lighter, don't care about QD, and are willing to spend a bit more, Geissele's Super Precision is a pretty tried-and-true mount.

 

[FSB12B]

One of the better AR scope mounts out there regardless of price are Bobro's, and most of them come in under $300. They're about as bulletproof as you could ask for, and QD. Only criticism is that they're just a bit heavy, but the tradeoff is their great durability and stability.

If you want lighter, don't care about QD, and are willing to spend a bit more, Geissele's Super Precision is a pretty tried-and-true mount.

I see Geiselle’s are on sale as we speak. Well under $300. I might have to snag one.

 

[FSB12B]

QD or non QD?

Makes no difference to me. I’m purposely going to drop it and be a little harsh on it.

 

[jimh406]

Aero Precision mounts are nice if you can find them.

 

[TradLife406]

Warne


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[FrankieP1988]

I've had great luck with Larue lt104 over the years

 

[DangerRanger]

If all you want to do is mount an optic the brownells mounts are super solid for cheap

1/2” nuts for base attachment and beefy ring cap screws