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rpg777 · Jul 1, 2024

Package deal here on a really lightweight but long-reaching 30mm scope (FFP VHR Mil reticle) with bubble level, scope caps (and the OEM bikini cover), sun shield, and three mounting options: rings and two different one-piece AR mounts. Willing to sell the scope with one or all of the mounts, or scope-only, as available. PayPal FF only or Venmo, and please DM me if interested in any or all of it. I'll update the listing ASAP as stuff sells. Thanks!

Update: new shit has come to light, man!
I found the mount that came with this scope when I bought it, I forgot I had this one too lol. It's the "Arken Precision Light" mount, which is the lighter version (kinda goes better with the hunter style scope anyway), still 1.5" height, longer reach cantilever, and 0 MOA. I will add a pic when I get a chance but you can see the dims if you peep Arken's website. Listing is updated below. This scope with the "light" one-piece mount is really a very competitive combo for a light hunting rifle or a tac AR setup.

So that's now three different mounting options, see below if you want to mix and match or take all three for the new price below.

Arken EPL-4 6-24x50 Scope with all accessories (caps, bubble level, sunshade, stickers, cleaning cloth, morale patch): $275 shipped
Vortex Pro Rings (30 mm tube, 1.26" high): $65 shipped
Arken Rigid Precision one-piece mount (30 mm tube, 1.5" high, 20 MOA): $50 shipped
Arken Rigid Precision Light one-piece mount (30mm tube, 1.5 high, 0 MOA): $50 shipped
Or, just take it all--scope and three mounts--for ~~$420~~ $400!
What's it gonna take to get you into a new scope (and three mounts) TODAY?!

Full disclosure, the previous owner of the scope was a little ham-handed with it, I didn't see these marks on the tube until I pulled it out of the mount to install in rings. The scope works great, just getting out in front of it. It's cosmetic and not a big deal but I'd rather mention it than not. You can see the marks in a pic or two. Everything else is perfect--the glass, turrets, everything works great. I had this on a bolt gun and an AR, ultimately decided I didn't need a scope this lightweight and prefer the 34mm tanks, lol. Have original box for the scope and rings too.

Note this scope has the VHR reticle (see the box pic for uh, well, pic; it's the "hunter" reticle, so a cleaner crosshair style, not the christmas tree/tactical dealio.) It is also illuminated.

LongRange888 · Sep 27, 2024

Looking for one

wahoowad · Sep 21, 2024

Bought my first needle oiler, thought it would help lube a bolt or rails when I get to the range and realize I forget to lube up at home. Small in my range bag. I got this little bottle of CLP but the don't like it because you can't squeeze it for more or less oil. Instead you have to wait for gravity to produce a drop, and it's a pretty tiny drop. So it takes more than a moment or two and it's just too fricking slow. Have you used any oilers that aren't ridiculously slow?

Poseidon640 · Sep 22, 2024

Brand new in box. Surefire X300 Ultra handgun light.

$300 shipped

DeathBeforeDismount · Sep 26, 2024

For sale is a like new Gen 3 Razor with EBR-7D. This was a mounted on one of my backup guns and shot very little.

Comes with Box and everything from the factory. Less than a year old, bought direct from Vortex.

$xxxx Shipped

mdmp5 · Nov 11, 2009

Guys,

Lately, on average of about 1 per day, I have seen quite a few posts (mostly from newbies) regarding questions about what ring height should be used. They usually request pics for comparison. For all new guys, there is a systematic way of calculating ring height that doesn't require more than a simple elementary school ruler. You measure 3 things:
1. the height of the front of your base/rail from the barrel
2. the height of your rings from the top of the rail to centerline
3. the outside diameter of the bell of the scope (not the size of the objective lens)

Here is the equation:

[rail height + ring height] - [bell diameter x 0.5]

If the value is positive, then your bell will clear the barrel. Ideally, you want that bell to be about 1/4" or less over the barrel. This will give you a tight cheek weld. Be sure to account for Butler Creek caps if you intend on using them.

If you are using a 40mm objective, then you can use the lowest rings and bases available, as the bell will certainly clear the barrel with no problem. i.e. don't worry if the bell ends up being higher than 1/4" over the barrel.

Hope this helps.

mike

Just another note. If you are using a scope base and/or mount/rings that have built in elevation, that may have to be accounted for in the case of very small clearance. To calculate this, we need to know the amount of elevation built into the mount/rings and/ or base, and the length from the end of the scope base to the end of the scope bell. Convert MOA into degrees, and then the equation is:

Tan (theta) x length

For example, if you are using a 20 MOA base, and the distance from the edge of the scope base to the end of the bell is 5". 20 MOA = 0.333 degrees, so:

Tan 0.333 x 5 = 0.029"

This means that you need an extra 0.029" of clearance in addition to the calculation above

-mp

A5scott · Feb 27, 2023

I'm wondering what bag you use to make small adjustments in vertical with the Manners ELR light stock with the flat/level bag rider, or a similar fclass type stock.

I have a JoyPod X with the joystick but wouldn't mind being able to make small adjustments without touching the bipod.

Anyone use an airbag in the rear? Do you get any reticle bounce?

I'm disabled so I can't squeeze a rear bag with my off hand so that's not an option.

Does anyone use an angled rear bag with a flat and level buttstock? I have, and have done ok with it, but I wouldn't mind getting away from that setup.

Intended purpose shooting ELR matches. This build will replace my 338LM that I've shot a few matches with already.

Thanks,
Scott

NoaWilli · Sep 19, 2024

ISO Schmidt Bender PMII 4-16x42 optic, open to all reticles must be locking turret like below, not ST or DT.

Must have feedback on here or a way to confirm feedback on other sites.

Screenshot_26-9-2024_22049_www.snipershide.com.jpeg

Romeo458 · Sep 24, 2024

Got a friend talking to a guy about making me a set of duals. He's coming back with Photonis high gain gen 2+. I'm not as concerned with cost but I'll take a deal if it's worth it. So anyone have an opinion on these vs a good gen 3?

Millron · Sep 27, 2024

Christensen Arms Barreled action. 6.5 Creedmoor. This was from a MESA long Range Model. Excellent condition. Bought it from a friend who said it shot very well with 140s but never fired it myself so I can't speak to exact round count but he said it wasn't very many. Doesn't have many rounds down it based upon the condition. I can provide some bore scope pics of the throat area to an interested buyer . I bought it used to chop down to make a shorty out of but decided it would still be heavier than what I would want for the application. Barrel is a heavy contour and is 26" Long, threaded 5/8x24' with a brake. Factory tungsten ceracote on receiver & barrel and bolt is nitrided. Trigger Tech Trigger, 20 moA picatinny rail. These are 700 pattern actions so drop into a stock or chassis of your choice and go shoot Ships from my FFL to your FFL $900

Krob95 · Jul 28, 2024

Loving to move my Noveske N9 10.5” AR pistol. Full Noveske built. Put 700rds down it suppressed. Super fun gun but just don’t have any use for it. Comes with 20rd noveske branded colt mag and 32 rd Springfield colt mag. Has a MRO HD with factory 2/3 cowitness and magpul pro BUIS. Available with cloud defensive REIN 3.0 weapon light. Asking 2300 shipped with out the light, 2500 with the light. Know your laws a regulations. In northern Colorado for ftf.

invisibleflash · Sep 25, 2024

A cop said when he pulls someone over he can see what guns they own if they used their ccw for buying a gun. They are all listed under that ccw.

I stopped using my ccw for ID.

Dunno if true, but not taking any chances. And last gun I bought went through just as smoothly without the ccw.

PremiumBepis · Aug 4, 2024

As the title says, I'm selling a Nightforce NXS 2.5-10x42 with Mil turrets, Mil Reticle. I am the original owner.

Scope is in excellent condition. No scratches that I can see but there may be light wear marks from the rings that it was mounted in. Bell of the optic is wrapped in gaffer tape to protect the finish and prevent the front cap from spinning. Should be easy to remove if you choose to.

Included:
- Optic
- Butler Creek Caps, Front/Rear
- Original Box + Owners manual

*** SCOPE RINGS NOT INCLUDED ***

Looking to get $1500 Paypal F&F or G&S, (Buyer covers fees if using the latter)

alexj-12 · Jul 1, 2024

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MountainBum_ · Aug 12, 2024

Gents,

Finally broke down and made an account. Have been lurking for years. Very active on rokslide and have a ton of feedback on tacswap. Sit on forums enough it only makes sense.

From Montana, prior service cat who was fortunate to do some cool stuff with some cool guys. Spend all my time chasing Muleys and training for fun now. train everything from pistols to carbines to long range and am burdened by an unhealthy obsession with them.

Excited to be a part of the community, here’s a few of my main rigs

DeathBeforeDismount · Aug 13, 2024

I have a new unfired CVA paramount pro in .45 cal, a bunch of .45 cal ELR bullets and a lb of Blackhorn 209.

Anyone have some good starting loads? This powder was expensive as shit so I dont want to waste any.

Thanks!

SolidCopper · Sep 3, 2024

Greetings all,

I have for sale, used and in good condition, a Nightforce X-treme Duty Ultralite Unimount. 34mm, 1.5" ring height, 0 MOA cant. This was mounted to a precision gas gun. I rattlecanned everything but then removed the paint. The rings are in great condition (see photos). No packaging. Asking $200 shipped.

Also available, previously mounted to the above Unimount, is a Multimount kit for 34mm rings. Comes with pictured hardware but not the original packaging. Asking $75 shipped.

If you want both, I'll take $220. PayPal F&F or Venmo is fine. Add 3% for non-friends and family. Don't hesitate to ask questions or request additional pictures. Thanks for looking.

Edited for accuracy.

scorpio 25 · Sep 25, 2024

Has anyone been to this place or know anything about it? they seem to have an open shoot once a month its over 1000yds any info would be great.They have a facebook page.

ArtoR · Sep 22, 2024

Hello.

Question about .338 LM barrel length (maybe applicable to other .338's too):
I'm interested to know your experiences of long barrels.
Idea is to shoot 300gr VLD bullets way over 1000m. Is there any benefit to have longer barrel than 30 inches?
I know the twist rate needs to be faster or equal than 1:9.3". I understand that velocity should be around 3000fps (900m/s).

brand692 · Aug 28, 2024

Surgeon RLR in 6.5x284. Kreiger Medium Palma, 8tw, threaded 5/8-24. Jewell HVR trigger. Manners MCS PH Elite Hunter in Black Forest, Mini Chassis with Badger M5 DBM, 3.5 in Arca rail and Picatinny bipod rail, two flush cups on the left side. 160 rounds down it, built by TCS LLC in Weatherford OK.

Includes Dies and additional Hawkin Precision Hunter DBM w/ standard mag as well as some 1x fired lapua brass.

Easily pushes 140s over 3100 at sub .5 moa. First two groups are 100y. Second two are 200y

$2,000

Now $1900 to the FFL of your choice in the lower 48.

Will trade toward high end glass willing to add cash for the right glass. May also consider a Sig Kilo 10k or Leica Geovids

LuckyDuck · Sep 26, 2024

Just trying to identify this guy I found in the backyard today. My research (https://www.fishandboat.com/Conservation/Reptiles-Amphibians/Pages/Frogs-and-Toads.aspx) suggest there aren't that many species of toads in PA and my best guess is it's either an Eastern American Toad or a Fowler's Toad (I'm leaning more towards the former choice). Truth be told I don't know much about them but have been seeing quite a number of small (around and inch or so) toads hopping in the grass but this one is rather large. I don't have any beef against toads so I'm leaving him alone and letting him do his thing but just curious what I have here.

I'll include some pictures and see what the Hide thinks, before I got the tape measure out, it started backing into the hole and lost about an inch or so I'd say so I'd say it's pretty big in my limited experience:

Thanks in advance,

-LD

nickw · Sep 22, 2024

I’ve got two Springfield Prodigy’s I’d like to trade for optics. Need a NF ATACR 1-8, 4-16 Mil-XT or ZCO 420 w/ 2x, 3 or 3x reticle (some type of tree). I’d trade both guns for a ZCO or the 5” for a 1-8 or 4-16.

4.5” is new. Have box and accessories. Never fired. Includes (3) magazines. Mags were used in another gun, but in good condition. Magazines only transferred were legal. $1350.

5” has been set up for Limited Optics or Steel Challenge.
Includes:
Trijicon SRO, 5MOA dot
EGW ignition kit, magwell, main spring housing, 5” guide rod, stainless slide stop
Dawson ext firing pin
17lb main spring
8lb recoil spring
All work done by Doc Smith / Tight Group Firearms.
1x Atlas Mag
2x Prodigy Mag w/ Atlas Spring & Follower
1x Prodigy Mag w/ OEM spring & Follower
Magazines only transferred where legal.
Kydex holster and 3 comp mag pouches. Keeping belt.
$1400 in parts and labor over base gun. Plus cost of holster and mag pouches.
Box and accessories.
Spare parts.
$2250 shipped for everything. Split prices below.
Runs fantastic, flawless feeding, cycles like butter. Can share load data.

Initially, I didn’t want to split anything up, but I’ve gotten several questions about splitting the 5” Prodigy package. Here are shipped prices if split:

Gun shipped, no mags, optic, holster or mag pouches. $1650

SRO $450

(4) magazines $250 (1x atlas, 3x Springfield. Will include Atlas and Springfield Springs)

Holster with mag pouches $200

Happy to answer any questions, send more pics, FaceTime. Accept, PayPal, Apple Pay, uspostal MO, cash FTF for xfer in MA. Thanks for looking. Nick-

Aaron jazek · Sep 26, 2024

Good condition, works just like it should, needing to get my house fixed up to put on the market, 615 shipped

Diabeetus · Jun 25, 2024

Alright,

Looking to sell a new Christensen Arms Ridgeline Scout barreled action. Cambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. Comes with factory Triggertech Flat Shoe Trigger. Also comes with a Surefire Socom Muzzle Brake.

Price is $900, shipped.

Payment through PayPal Friends & Family or Venmo.

Thanks

9245 · Sep 27, 2024

I just mounted my scope recently, despite some hiccups I think I have it level, but the process made me wonder, why hasn’t the industry made it simpler?

Why must scope tubes be round on the outside? Why not have a machined spot that would interface directly with a scope mount so it would be level the first time every time without having to mess with levels and plumb bobs? Is there something I’m missing?

I saw a few old military scopes that were like that, flat on the bottom. Others that even had the bases machined right in to the tube itself. It seems like a smarter system. Why can’t a modern scope come with an integral picatinny mount for example? Or just be machined flat on the bottom and fit with matching shaped rings?

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SOLD Arken EPL-4 6-24x50 with accessories, Vortex Pro rings, and (two) Arken AR one piece mounts

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Accessories WTB Spuhr SP-4001

Accessories Surefire X300U Pistol Light

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SOLD Vortex Gen 3 Razor 6-36 Mil EBR-7D Like New

Rifle Scopes Ring Height Info - How to Measure Correctly

WTB Schmidt Bender 4-16x42 PMII

Night Vision Photonis gen 2 +, really worth it?

Firearms Christensen Arms 6.5 CR Barreled action 26" heavy barrel

SOLD Noveske 10.5” N9 with MRO HD

Optics Nightforce NXS 2.5-10x42 Mil-R C461

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SOLD Nightforce X-treme Duty Ultralite Unimount: 34mm, 1.5", 0 MOA; X-treme Duty Multimount

SOLD WTT/WTS Surgeon 6.5x284 Manners Kreiger Jewell $1900

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SOLD Sell / Trade: 2x Springfield Prodigy’s, 5” (custom w/ SRO) and 4.5” (unfired) *New Pricing*

SOLD Kestrel Elite w/ Link

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Firearms WTS Christensen Arms barreled action

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SOLD Sell / Trade: 2x Springfield Prodigy’s, 5” (custom w/ SRO) and 4.5” (unfired) New Pricing