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Posted: 2/20/2014 7:22:27 PM EDT
| Hello all. I have a question concerning the popularity of Bobro mounts. I know that LaRue mounts are usually the ones to be recommended. Them and ADM seem to get the most recommendations. I myself, for my first scope mount decided to go with Bobro. Naturally, we all want to know that our choices are the best, and I'm no different. Hell, but I am still learning a lot from you guys on here. I would like to hear everyone's opinion of Bobro vs, and you fill in the mount of choice you have experience with. From what I can tell, cosmetically, I like the look of the Bobro mounts. Also, their QD latch seems to be 'streamlined" compared to the competition. A single latch as opposed to two separate latches. Just my initial impression. Thank you all in advance. |
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I would put Bobro and LaRue at the same level, and ADM is about two steps below. As for price, some of the LaRue's are cheaper for the "normal" ones, but the more exotic ones are more expensive. The LaRue's are more compact, but the Bobro's self adjust. Which is awesome! |
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I do not agree with the comment on ADM being "about 2 steps below". I run the supposedly inferior ADM mounts on very expensive optics that all get shot in the field and are never pampered. I own LaRue and Bobro as well, fact of the matter is the rifle/optic doesn't give a shit and knows no difference between them all.
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I begrudgingly replaced the factory ACOG dual-screw mount with a Bobro. I thought I was wasting $180 to replace a perfectly adequate mount that has served our armed forces well for a decade. The factory ACOG mount will hold zero, but you need to mark your thumbscrews and be extremely cautious when reinstalling it. There are no such concerns with the Bobro. It pops on and off easily and will put a bullet through the same hole it did before you took it off.
I invested wisely. |
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I do not agree with the comment on ADM being "about 2 steps below". I run the supposedly inferior ADM mounts on very expensive optics that all get shot in the field and are never pampered. I own LaRue and Bobro as well, fact of the matter is the rifle/optic doesn't give a shit and knows no difference between them all. For being American made they are very similar to the chinese knock offs I have seen. I paid an extra $80-90 for the T-1 mount when I bought a primary arms reddot and Even at the $80 price point I am disappointed with what I received. And its definitely real. |
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I have three Bobro mounts (two scope mounts and a red-dot mount).
In my experience, they work great with lightweight optics on light recoiling guns -- good enough for benchrest work). But trying one on a .308 with a 36 ounce scope (3.5-15x56mm Nightforce) was asking too much of it. It was shifting around and not holding a tight zero. I notice Bobro has come out with a 2-lever mount for heavy scopes/high recoil to address that issue. |
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For being American made they are very similar to the chinese knock offs I have seen. I paid an extra $80-90 for the T-1 mount when I bought a primary arms reddot and Even at the $80 price point I am disappointed with what I received. And its definitely real. Quoted:
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I do not agree with the comment on ADM being "about 2 steps below". I run the supposedly inferior ADM mounts on very expensive optics that all get shot in the field and are never pampered. I own LaRue and Bobro as well, fact of the matter is the rifle/optic doesn't give a shit and knows no difference between them all. For being American made they are very similar to the chinese knock offs I have seen. I paid an extra $80-90 for the T-1 mount when I bought a primary arms reddot and Even at the $80 price point I am disappointed with what I received. And its definitely real. My comment was derived from performance only, not perception. I understand your view of the product. |
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To illustrate my perspective on American Defense mounts, as well as to confirm I am familiar with them, below are examples. Optics and accessories shown are in QD mounts because they perform specific roles where the rifles perform multiple roles, optics are routinely swapped out for my specific needs as they arise. I am not trying to pimp ADM at all, I recognize that is how this will appear...
ADM mount for a USO SN3, zero issues: 
ADM (Noveske) mount on a USO SR8, zero issues: ADM mount on a MK6, zero issues: 
ADM mount on a MK6, zero issues: 
ADM mount on a Premier Heritage, zero issues: 
ADM mount on a Nightforce NXS, zero issues: ADM mount on an Atlas bipod, zero issues: 
ADM mounts on a Mk4 and M2, zero issues: 
ADM mount on a TA01, zero issues: 
ADM mount on an RMR, zero issues: 
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I needed a quick detach mount for a Aimpoint micro T-1 , so I bought the best (IMHO) that I could find , that being GDI with a repeatability of .01" for on off on off . But GDI mount are not for everyone because of price.. They cost double and triple or an arm and leg , however you want to look at it.. I originally got a ADM to mount this micro and could not believe how bad it was , the Aimpoint micro would rock front to back , the mounting surface had some raised spots in the middle about .006" high. I sent the ADM back. I have 2 of my brass catchers mounted with ADM mounts, but would NEVER use them for mounting optics.
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I think Bobro makes the best of all of them, and I have owned the trifecta. That said, I did find it annoying that the Bobro lever opens with quite a bit of force, and more than once I smacked my thumb on it good... liker hitting your funny bone.
Currently I own 3 LaRue mounts and nothing else, but if I could make the choice again, I'd probably get all Bobro. ADM is nice too, cant say anything bad about any of them. |
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To illustrate my perspective on American Defense mounts, as well as to confirm I am familiar with them, below are examples. Optics and accessories shown are in QD mounts because they perform specific roles where the rifles perform multiple roles, optics are routinely swapped out for my specific needs as they arise. I am not trying to pimp ADM at all, I recognize that is how this will appear... ADM mount for a USO SN3, zero issues: http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb211/phreakmode/_DSC0807_zpsaa86f4db.jpg ADM (Noveske) mount on a USO SR8, zero issues: ADM mount on a MK6, zero issues: http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb211/phreakmode/62bea30a-269a-4739-97f4-9d839655fa30_zps7481280d.jpg ADM mount on a MK6, zero issues: http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb211/phreakmode/DSC_0653_zps0fdc0c17.jpg ADM mount on a Premier Heritage, zero issues: http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb211/phreakmode/DSC_0581_zpsaf9e54e9.jpg ADM mount on a Nightforce NXS, zero issues: ADM mount on an Atlas bipod, zero issues: http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb211/phreakmode/DSC_0217_zps3f53b9fb.jpg ADM mounts on a Mk4 and M2, zero issues: http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb211/phreakmode/_DSC0614.jpg ADM mount on a TA01, zero issues: http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb211/phreakmode/_DSC0383.jpg ADM mount on an RMR, zero issues: http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb211/phreakmode/_DSC0386.jpg I agree with you. I've personally had issues with Larue mounts but never an issue with ADM. Too many LT fanfags on arfcom. Save your breath, you won't win here. Nice collection, BTW! |
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I'm not trying to act like a fanboy here. I paid $100 for my ADM mount, and the finish and worksmanship isn't up to par FOR THE PRICE. $20 would have gotten me a LaRue which is much nicer for the money.
Hell, I have had Chinese knock off mounts that were $10 hold zero. |
| I have some of each and like the self adjust capability of Bobro mounts. The others need a little attention paid to the tension of the levers as you close then to insure that each side has the same tension. All of the three are very good mounts and will serve the need. But, I only by Bobro products now. They also give LE discounts when buying direct. |
| Ive got about 9 larue hats in my closet....after trying out the adm mounts on my sprs....switched em out...larue is good but the clamping mechanism on the adm has so much more surface area... feels more secure and the workmanship is no beter or worse than the larues......cost savings have no bareing on my decision. Obrs when they first came out weree like $2200 now look at em. This is definitely not an issue of you get what u pay for,,,, their all good just personal preference. I think the rings are machined beter personally. |
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I'm about to TRY a variable (1X-4X) again, BUT it'll definitely get switched out a LOT so RTZ is important.
For that reason, I'm going to drop the extra coin on the Bobro only because I've heard/read such great things. I'm going to tighten the T1 on an LT660 down and mark exactly where it is and do the same with the Bobro (pushing up and left when mounting like people say). Will a normal paint pen works for this? Any suggestions? Hopefully I'll get to try both out during an upcoming class and NOT lose my 100Y zero (instructor's preference). |
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I have not tried Bobro. I've played with one on someone else's gun. Nice, but I see no clear advantage. "Automatic adjustment" is not a big deal. I prefer to control the pressure my mount puts against the rail. But
I presently have a LaRue SPR two lever on a relatively heavy scope and have several ADM single lever mounts for use on red dots and accessories. All provide excellent, reliable and repeatable return to zero and are duty rugged. I think it comes down to a matter of personal preference. My preference, and that's all it is, is to run the LaRue SPR with heavy scopes, because it seems more rugged, and run the single lever ADMs on red dots, because they just seem to be more aesthetically pleasing. You can't go wrong with any of these, IMHO. |
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