rswartsell
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With the intent of creating a low cost assault rifle package in 7.62x39 I bought an unissued Romanian SKS. I put a cheap Tapco replacement stock on it with pistol grip, adjustable buttstock and rail on the heat shield just forward of the issue folding sight.
It's OK for what I have in it, not entirely happy with the Tapco unit, but seems rugged and suited for the application. Nothing about this setup has precision shooting in mind. The folding bayonet is still there to perfect the anti-zombie ambience.
I want a red dot for this that keeps the cost profile in mind. My grandaddy had noting but contempt for $50.00 saddles and $10.00 horses. I want the open profile for quick acquisition and the length of eye relief that will be necessary considering where the rail is.
Is this even possible? I am trying to research the reviews on the Tru-Glo and BSA alternatives and find a common complaint in my price range is that they won't hold zero for high power rifle applications. The reviews are all over the board from waste of time and money to five stars.
Am I on a fool's errand? I know I get what I pay for.
What is your advice and experience?
It's OK for what I have in it, not entirely happy with the Tapco unit, but seems rugged and suited for the application. Nothing about this setup has precision shooting in mind. The folding bayonet is still there to perfect the anti-zombie ambience.
I want a red dot for this that keeps the cost profile in mind. My grandaddy had noting but contempt for $50.00 saddles and $10.00 horses. I want the open profile for quick acquisition and the length of eye relief that will be necessary considering where the rail is.
Is this even possible? I am trying to research the reviews on the Tru-Glo and BSA alternatives and find a common complaint in my price range is that they won't hold zero for high power rifle applications. The reviews are all over the board from waste of time and money to five stars.
Am I on a fool's errand? I know I get what I pay for.
What is your advice and experience?