I would like some feedback from anyone who has used Aimpoint optics in either military or sporting applications. I am thinking of mounting an Aimpoint (either 7000SC or CompC) on a rifle that will be used in a general purpose role, including hunting in brushy wooded areas.
How vulnerable is the Aimpoint in typcial mounts (probably a Weaver base) to getting bumped out of zero? I would like to be able to carry the rifle in dense cover without worrying about zero when a shot opportunity presents itself. The rifle will have a backup ghost ring setup in case of scope or battery failure, but that won't save a snapshot with an optic that is out of zero. I'm assuming Aimpoint units are pretty rugged as far as optics go, but would like some assurance.
I am also wondering about the best mounting position. I am used to a rear aperture sight mounted close to the eye, but I'm thinking I will want to place the Aimpoint further forward in a "scout scope" manner for maximum eye relief and optimal field of view -- I definitely want to be able to keep both eyes open when using the optic. Would you suggest this, or a more standard mounting over the bore?
Any opinions / advice appreciated.
How vulnerable is the Aimpoint in typcial mounts (probably a Weaver base) to getting bumped out of zero? I would like to be able to carry the rifle in dense cover without worrying about zero when a shot opportunity presents itself. The rifle will have a backup ghost ring setup in case of scope or battery failure, but that won't save a snapshot with an optic that is out of zero. I'm assuming Aimpoint units are pretty rugged as far as optics go, but would like some assurance.
I am also wondering about the best mounting position. I am used to a rear aperture sight mounted close to the eye, but I'm thinking I will want to place the Aimpoint further forward in a "scout scope" manner for maximum eye relief and optimal field of view -- I definitely want to be able to keep both eyes open when using the optic. Would you suggest this, or a more standard mounting over the bore?
Any opinions / advice appreciated.