I'm currently building an AR10 that I plan to use for longer-range shooting (maybe out to about 1000yds - though I'd also like to be able to potentially transition to CQB if necessary). For a little detail, I'm using an Aero Precision M5 upper with a Wilson Combat match super sniper-profile 18" barrel. Most of the components are on the lighter side (SLR ION ultralight handguard), so I'm trying not to weigh the rifle down too much. That said, I'm putting a Steiner T5Xi 5-25x56mm scope on it.
I've looked at several cantilever mounts as well as rings. Among the options have been Steiner (mount and rings), Geissele, Warne (XSKEL), American Defense, Seekins, Vortex, and even Burris (for the picatinny on top of the scope mount - considering a small red dot for the CQB transition). I also looked at the Aero Precision ultralight SPR (read some opinions about it in a thread here - mostly very positive, but also concerns about rigidity/durability, some have had them break, and also concerns about vertical split rings for a precision rifle). I don't want to cheap out, especially with such an expensive optic, but I also don't want to break the bank (or my back with a lot of extra weight). The optic will be dedicated to this rifle, so no need for QD.
Any and all guidance would be greatly appreciated. This is my first foray into the longer range arena.
PS - Recommendations on a decent (not too heavy) bipod would be helpful as well.
Thank you!
-Chad
I've looked at several cantilever mounts as well as rings. Among the options have been Steiner (mount and rings), Geissele, Warne (XSKEL), American Defense, Seekins, Vortex, and even Burris (for the picatinny on top of the scope mount - considering a small red dot for the CQB transition). I also looked at the Aero Precision ultralight SPR (read some opinions about it in a thread here - mostly very positive, but also concerns about rigidity/durability, some have had them break, and also concerns about vertical split rings for a precision rifle). I don't want to cheap out, especially with such an expensive optic, but I also don't want to break the bank (or my back with a lot of extra weight). The optic will be dedicated to this rifle, so no need for QD.
Any and all guidance would be greatly appreciated. This is my first foray into the longer range arena.
PS - Recommendations on a decent (not too heavy) bipod would be helpful as well.
Thank you!
-Chad
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