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I looked through one at a gun show last weekend and was impressed, I would like to put one on my AK but I don't know if the mount I have (Attero Arms, apparently the GLX will mount to it) would make the eye relief within the realm of acceptability or not or if I have to pick something else up to make it work, I'm not in a rush at all. I have heard these have amazing eye relief up to about 6", how good/bad is it at 8"? Thanks.
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The rear of the 2x sits like 2.5 inches to the rear of the mount so it might work on that mount, can't say for sure.
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Originally Posted By WriterClarke: The rear of the 2x sits like 2.5 inches to the rear of the mount so it might work on that mount, can't say for sure. View Quote Regardless, someone took photos for me and an 8" eye relief is way too long so it's back to the drawing board. |
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Originally Posted By TheSpaniard: The scope is maybe an inch forward from ideal but the eyebox is very generous and I’m getting probably 80-90% of the field of view I’d get if the scope were an inch closer to my eye. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By TheSpaniard: Originally Posted By RifleCal30m1n00b: Originally Posted By TheSpaniard: Yes. Other than it sitting a tad higher than I’d like for cheek weld purposes, it’s a great combo. https://i.ibb.co/X25cyvC/IMG-0690.jpg How're you finding the eye relief there? The scope is maybe an inch forward from ideal but the eyebox is very generous and I’m getting probably 80-90% of the field of view I’d get if the scope were an inch closer to my eye. Thanks. I tend to climb pretty far forward on the stock, so I suspect I'd be OK with your setup as pictured. Maybe even 1 slot forward of that. Hmm. Now to look for a stock pack to bump up the comb height... |
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Originally Posted By RifleCal30m1n00b: Thanks. I tend to climb pretty far forward on the stock, so I suspect I'd be OK with your setup as pictured. Maybe even 1 slot forward of that. Hmm. Now to look for a stock pack to bump up the comb height... View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By RifleCal30m1n00b: Originally Posted By TheSpaniard: Originally Posted By RifleCal30m1n00b: Originally Posted By TheSpaniard: Yes. Other than it sitting a tad higher than I’d like for cheek weld purposes, it’s a great combo. https://i.ibb.co/X25cyvC/IMG-0690.jpg How're you finding the eye relief there? The scope is maybe an inch forward from ideal but the eyebox is very generous and I’m getting probably 80-90% of the field of view I’d get if the scope were an inch closer to my eye. Thanks. I tend to climb pretty far forward on the stock, so I suspect I'd be OK with your setup as pictured. Maybe even 1 slot forward of that. Hmm. Now to look for a stock pack to bump up the comb height... Yeah I just got one of those neoprene/foam comb riser kits and it’s a marked improvement. |
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The glx 2x 7.62/300bo is on sale for 200 bucks right now.
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For the record, I own 3 optics mounted rifles and they are all PA micro prisms.
Colt 6933 w/SLx 1x Colt 6720 w/SLx 3x (mirror of the 6933) And the above w/GLx 2x |
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Tom Sawyer.
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Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: Thanks @mcculver5 for pointing me to this thread. This started as a Blood Diamond clone build, but decided to go a different way. Colt M4 lower (SBR), 6520 upper w/10.3" M4CQB barrel Surefire Blast Warden, Micro Scout WML, PA GLx 2x micro prism (I snagged the lowest riser mount from my SLx 1x w/ACOG screw for the mount) https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/15341/20240129_205832-3112434.jpg View Quote That looks so handy and useful. Clones are super cool, but I still like a rifle that works. How do you like the surefire blast shield thingy? |
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Originally Posted By FLAL1A:
"Pretty much the only thing that keeps me paying my taxes and not turning my house into a chickenshit particle board and stucco compound is the fact that the police occasionally kill douchebag criminals in comical ways. |
Haven't shot it with that yet. Just got the correct buffer for this setup. Will know next week how it goes but I have high hopes. Had another shorty upper with the Flamin' Pig blast diverter and it worked well.
ETA: Got to the range today; indoor range. Wasn't any louder than whatever the guys shooting to either side of me were shooting. GLx 2x ptic was dead nuts on for a 50yd zero. Didn't have to touch it. The SLx 1x on the other hand, . |
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Tom Sawyer.
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Originally Posted By JustDaniel: TF I feel you on this one. My 2x and 3x prisms are a breeze to zero but getting my 1x prisms dialed in is always a PITA. 13.7 FN CHF Sabre and 14.5, Faxon/Aero home build, both wearing a Glx 2x https://i.vgy.me/KdYSn7.jpg https://i.vgy.me/qW59mS.jpg ETA: I get a lot of IMs asking what caps I use so I’ll just post it here. Butler Creek Ocular: 02 Blizzard, 1.3-1.39” Objective: 03A, 1.300” The 03A fits best with an ARD installed on the 2x but a small piece of electrical tape under the cap snugs it up nicely View Quote Thanks for the cap info; are you using the PA 1.93 riser with your Glx? |
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Was out at the Whittington Center in NM today.
Shot steel out to 600 yards with the GLX 2x. |
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Originally Posted By FLAL1A:
"Pretty much the only thing that keeps me paying my taxes and not turning my house into a chickenshit particle board and stucco compound is the fact that the police occasionally kill douchebag criminals in comical ways. |
Originally Posted By GrinningDag: What's the durability like on the glx 2x? I have an aimpoint pro on a carry handle and was wondering if the glx would be a good replacement. I see that it can also be used on carry handles. I like the aimpoint pro but my astigmatism shows a cluster of red dots and I feel like it really impedes accuracy. https://www.targettamers.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Examples-of-dot-distortions-commonly-seen-with-astigmatism.jpg View Quote I think they are pretty good, probably some YT vids on it. No issues with mine, but I haven't thrown it down the driveway. I can tell you I like it better than the Aimpoint pro for the same reasons as you. Or wait for the GLx1 to come out. |
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Well this is disappointing. Looks like the version for .300AC has been discontinued. Does anyone know if the BDC on the 5.56 can be used for .300AC?
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Tom Sawyer.
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Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: Well this is disappointing. Looks like the version for .300AC has been discontinued. Does anyone know if the BDC on the 5.56 can be used for .300AC? View Quote Run it through Strelok, or similar. I use the 300 blk reticle on a 14.5" 5.56. Maybe not the most optimum but I got a hell of a deal during one if their sales. ETA see image below for reference in using 300blk/7.62 model GLX 2X with a 14.5", 5.56 using ADI 55 gr Blitzking. 300yd drop is shown as red dot. Attached File |
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Tom Sawyer.
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Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: For the record, I own 3 optics mounted rifles and they are all PA micro prisms. Colt 6933 w/SLx 1x Colt 6720 w/SLx 3x (mirror of the 6933) And the above w/GLx 2x View Quote Do you have any preference on the 3x vs 2x, different usage and overlap scenarios? Appreciate anything you may have to share. Thanks......p |
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Originally Posted By Pachucko: Do you have any preference on the 3x vs 2x, different usage and overlap scenarios? Appreciate anything you may have to share. Thanks......p View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Pachucko: Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: For the record, I own 3 optics mounted rifles and they are all PA micro prisms. Colt 6933 w/SLx 1x Colt 6720 w/SLx 3x (mirror of the 6933) And the above w/GLx 2x Appreciate anything you may have to share. Thanks......p |
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Tom Sawyer.
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Originally Posted By Marex: Run it through Strelok, or similar. I use the 300 blk reticle on a 14.5" 5.56. Maybe not the most optimum but I got a hell of a deal during one if their sales. ETA see image below for reference in using 300blk/7.62 model GLX 2X with a 14.5", 5.56 using ADI 55 gr Blitzking. 300yd drop is shown as red dot. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/496604/Screenshot_20240504_222711_Strelok_Pro_j-3205799.JPG View Quote |
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Tom Sawyer.
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Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: Sorry, apparently I posted my response in DM. You're free to repost it here if you want. View Quote Thank you for your thoughts. Posting for anyone else considering them: I definitely prefer the 2x in close quarters. The eye box is more forgiving. Outside of that, I prefer the 3x. When I had a lightweight 16" carbine, I preferred the 3x, but I wasn't intending for that one to fill a HD role. However, it looks like I'll need to get used to the 3x for CQ as they don't make the 2x with a 300BO reticle anymore. I've shifted my HD from a Mk18 to a Rattler in 300BO. |
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Originally Posted By JustDaniel: @primaryarms this collection seriously needs a GLX 4x compact prism. Pretty please! https://i.vgy.me/MEhA06.jpg View Quote What mount/riser you have on the 2x? Thanks |
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-Hi, my name is RuKuS, and I'm a ARcoholic.
-Oh, I am sorry, I thought this was a forum where people give their opinions, exchange ideas and give/ask for help. My mistake. |
Originally Posted By Pachucko: Thank you for your thoughts. Posting for anyone else considering them: I definitely prefer the 2x in close quarters. The eye box is more forgiving. Outside of that, I prefer the 3x. When I had a lightweight 16" carbine, I preferred the 3x, but I wasn't intending for that one to fill a HD role. However, it looks like I'll need to get used to the 3x for CQ as they don't make the 2x with a 300BO reticle anymore. I've shifted my HD from a Mk18 to a Rattler in 300BO. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Pachucko: Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: Sorry, apparently I posted my response in DM. You're free to repost it here if you want. Thank you for your thoughts. Posting for anyone else considering them: I definitely prefer the 2x in close quarters. The eye box is more forgiving. Outside of that, I prefer the 3x. When I had a lightweight 16" carbine, I preferred the 3x, but I wasn't intending for that one to fill a HD role. However, it looks like I'll need to get used to the 3x for CQ as they don't make the 2x with a 300BO reticle anymore. I've shifted my HD from a Mk18 to a Rattler in 300BO. I managed to snag a 2x w/300 reticle off the EE. It will live on my HD Rattler. |
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Tom Sawyer.
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Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: Well this is disappointing. Looks like the version for .300AC has been discontinued. Does anyone know if the BDC on the 5.56 can be used for .300AC? View Quote Wonder why they discontinued it. The 2x is a really nice jack of all trades optic and now the AK users don't have that option. |
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What is the opinion of the mounts it comes with?
I know there were issues with the micro 3X mount and was wondering if people were using other mounts for these too? |
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All mine use LT-105 mounts. Bonus is its a lighter setup, too.
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Tom Sawyer.
"If The Rules bought us to this, what use are they?" |
Originally Posted By RuKuS: What mount/riser you have on the 2x? Thanks View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By RuKuS: Originally Posted By JustDaniel: @primaryarms this collection seriously needs a GLX 4x compact prism. Pretty please! https://i.vgy.me/MEhA06.jpg What mount/riser you have on the 2x? Thanks @RuKuS it’s an AD-B2 with a PA 1.93 riser |
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FDE version when?
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There is an FDE version for sale in the EE
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Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: Thanks @mcculver5 for pointing me to this thread. This started as a Blood Diamond clone build, but decided to go a different way. Colt M4 lower (SBR), 6520 upper w/10.3" M4CQB barrel Surefire Blast Warden, Micro Scout WML, PA GLx 2x micro prism (I snagged the lowest riser mount from my SLx 1x w/ACOG screw for the mount) https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/15341/20240129_205832-3112434.jpg View Quote That’s a good looking setup… |
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I tried that whole cancer thing. It wasn't for me. Good Riddance.
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It was just on sale for $314 and I have read every thread I could find about it, and missed it, When it goes on sale like that again I am going to grab one,
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Originally Posted By FLAL1A:
"Pretty much the only thing that keeps me paying my taxes and not turning my house into a chickenshit particle board and stucco compound is the fact that the police occasionally kill douchebag criminals in comical ways. |
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