Rifle Scopes AR15 pistol scope - owner with astigmatism

[ichigo]

Hello all,

I’m trying to get all my research done before black Friday for ar15 pistol scope. Previously, I tried a red dot without a focal adjustment on my first rifle and unfortunately with astigmatism I can barely see anything about 50 yards. I’m almost done with my AR15 pistol (11.5 barrel) build and I’m preparing for the scope this upcoming black Friday.

I have done some reading on the internet on which is the best scope for a person with astigmatism and I’m getting mix results. Some recommends LPVO (1-4 or 1-6), others says prism and the rest is a combo of magnification+red dot. Currently, I’m contemplating on getting either of the 3 which have focal adjustment.

Vortex spitfire 1x or 3x
Vortex 1-4 SFP

Thanks in advance,

 

[digitalshooter]

Check out the Primary Arms LPVOs. They go from 1-6x to 1-8x and probably have the best BDC reticles right now. They have both first and second focal plane options. I have a slight astigmatism and red dots where a no go for me. I don't think I looked at prism scopes. I'm building an AR pistol and will probably be going to go with the Primary Arms SFP 1-6x or 1-8x with the ACSS Raptor reticle.

 

[Halberdier]

Are you going to use a 'brace?' Is eye relief an issue? I have a slight case of astigmatism, not bad enough to get blobs instead of dots, but less clear than a sharp dot. I get the clearest reticle and best view with my EOTechs. But anything else with a circle dot is far clearer for me than a dot alone. The only prismatic scope I tried was the Burris AR-332 and it was crystal clear with a great reticle.

 

[digitalshooter]

Here is a link to one of the scopes I'm talking about

Primary Arms SLx 1-6x24 SFP Rifle Scope Gen III - Illuminated ACSS Reticle - 5.56 / 5.45 / .308

After rigorous field testing, this optic has been given a Silver-tier rating by the National Tactical Officers Association.

www.primaryarms.com

 

[2aBaC̶a̶]

The small dot RDS work very well for me with a strong astigmatism. Holosun, Sig Romeo. My Eotech unfortunately looks like a Christmas wreath. I have a Strike Eagle that looks fine.

 

[rob.sfo]

I have an astigmatism, but on my AR Pistol I run the Holosun red dot (with the Primary Arms ACSS reticle, model 503g I think?). It seems to work fine with my astigmatism. I've been thinking about picking up the Primary Arms 1x Prism though, to see if it's noticeably better.

I also run the PA Platinum 1-8x on my POF Revolution. I love that scope. Overkill for a pistol though, I'd get a lighter 1-4 or 1-6 for a pistol if I was going the LPVO route on that. It really depends on the intended use though. I use my full-size ARs for 3gun, where a 1-6 or 1-8 LPVO is necessary. On my pistol I just run a red dot, if that didn't work I'd run a 1x prism, as I'm not trying to hit small/far targets with that and I like it small & light. I've been thinking about adding a magnifier but we'll see.

Kindof rambling but hope it helps.

 

[ichigo]

I have installed a SBA3 brace, since I can't afford the paper work on the SBR. I'll probably start looking for LPVO (1-6) either Vortex or PA. Thanks again for sharing all for your experiences on my question.

 

[candyx]

Old eyes suck and with out adjustable diopter those eotechs, redots and acogs are only good for throwing at someone for me. I went the VCOG route and its like I have prefect vision again.