Pretty sure I'm building an AR-10. Looking for some advice.

[titanse05]

Successfully test fired today. Only 20rds but no malfunctions.

Any suggestions for optics?

[RobertTheTexan]

Successfully test fired today. Only 20rds but no malfunctions.

Any suggestions for optics?

Congrats on a successful build! Were you surprised at how smooth it shot? I was with mine.

It’s a very classy looking build - with your receiver set you chose and all. I also like your hand guard.
I’ve decided I’m going to do another 308 build, with a shorter barrel and a Centurion 308 rail. That’s about as far as I’ve gotten, although in looking at that lower and upper.... I may have that question answered.

Looking forward to seeing your groupings.

Job well done!


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[BoilerUp]

Successfully test fired today. Only 20rds but no malfunctions.

Any suggestions for optics?

glad it worked out.

What's your budget for glass? I know you said 300 yards and in, but are you shooting for groups just ringing steel? You'll have 12-15" of drop at 300 yards, so do you prefer to dial or hold over?

[titanse05]

glad it worked out.

What's your budget for glass? I know you said 300 yards and in, but are you shooting for groups just ringing steel? You'll have 12-15" of drop at 300 yards, so do you prefer to dial or hold over?

I am a total newb as far as shooting at further distances goes so no matter what I choose it will be a learning experience.

I already have a 30mm Bobro extended mount that I would like to use on this so that narrows it down a little. I'd say my budget is $1000 ish which I would think should be more than enough to serve my purpose.

But really, I'm open to anything at this point.

Would a 1-8x be enough glass or should I go with more?

[Uffdaphil]

I am also trying to decide on a scope for my .308. W/16” barrel. Probably 95% of the time the same max distance as you. Good groups at 200 is my sweet spot. So here a a couple I think worth a look.

My limited experience so far in higher magnified optics at just 100 yds has led me to prefer Trijicons. I have a Vortex 2-10x32 which is nice but not as clear glass as the Triji. I had a 2-12 VX6 Leupold, which had great clarity, but I hated their push button control. My budget is about the same as yours.

My ,308 is already heavier than an AR15 so weight is somewhat important to me. I have a 3-9 Trijicon Accupoint - light with great glass, but has a 1” tube. They are the least expensive I am looking at. Green or red illuminated reticles are my preference. Amber was harder for me to pick up. With a Bobro mount is sub $800. Considering another of this one: https://shop.opticsplanet.com/trijic...iABEgKqtfD_BwE

The 2.5-12.5 Accupoint is the other leading contender so far. Same great glass and no battery, but heavier and more $$. https://www.opticsplanet.com/trijico...-TR26RS-200104

I’ve ruled out the Accupower line. My 1-4 is okay but for reasons I can’t quantify the 1-4 Accupoint just feels better to sight through.

Lots of other great options out there. These are just my preferences.

[Slippers]

For 300 yards a 1-6 is more than enough to ring steel.

My all-time favorite scopes on 308 gas guns for 300-600 yards are the Nightforce NXS 2.5-10 models (24, 32, or 42mm objective lens). They're light, relatively small, and are very durable. You can find used ones for around $1000 or less if you're not in a hurry. I would personally want even more magnification for shooting groups, though.

Also, keep in mind I'm an optic snob.

[Uffdaphil]

That used $1K NF NXS 2.5-10 has long been my dream buy. Could have bought a new one with the money I wasted on similar sized inferiors.

[BoilerUp]

I'd probably want at least 6x for 300 yards and that will let you shoot reasonably well for groups at 100. The Vortex Razor 1-6x24 seems to be a good choice in that category and you don't seem too concerned about weight. Really no need for more than 10x at that range, so a Nightforce SHV 3-10x42 might be a good choice, too.

[UWone77]

I'd probably want at least 6x for 300 yards and that will let you shoot reasonably well for groups at 100. The Vortex Razor 1-6x24 seems to be a good choice in that category and you don't seem too concerned about weight. Really no need for more than 10x at that range, so a Nightforce SHV 3-10x42 might be a good choice, too.

Could also consider the Razor Gen II-E 1-6 which is a quarter pound lighter... still on the heavy side. Or like what's been mentioned a used NF 2.5-10x32. Bought both of mine used for sub 1k each.