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Posted: 10/5/2003 7:00:22 PM EDT
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I want to put glass on my FAL. What kind of mounts should I get for it? I'd really like a quick detach mount, if possible. I'm hoping it won't cost too much. Thanks, Patrick |
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I'm using an ARMS rail (replaces the top cover and fits VERY tight) and ARMS #22L (low) rings to mount a Leupold Vari-X II. Everything is rock solid. I have removed the QD rings and even the ARMS rail several times and everything has returned to zero without fail. You will pay for the ARMS stuff, but I think it's worth it. I got the ARMS rail from a friend on the board (thanks, Bradd!) for cheap, but they are usually around $130 I believe. MSTN has the ARMS rings and, if needed, the 30mm to 1" spacers. Spacers are $29 and rings are $109. |
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The DSA mount is available with 2 holes drilled in it for a neat, quick-detach brass catcher. If you re-load, and hate chasing brass, you'll appreciate this feature. If you so desire, just open the bottom of the bag, and the brass will drop at your feet.www.dsarms.com/item-detail.cfm?ID=620ABB&storeid=1&image=scopemount.gif GRSC mills out a recess in the rear of the DSA mount for a perfect ACOG mounting point. www.grsc.com/acog.html It's also available from DSA:www.dsarms.com/item-detail.cfm?ID=TA620A&storeid=1&image=acogfalmnt.gif Although Tapco offers a good mount for less money, as well as a stripper-clip scope mount (suitable for short optics only, due to lessened rail length), most would agree that ARMS and DSA are tops. Since DSA's mount offers more optional features, I suggest you consider it. The top cover/rail is a semi-permanent item. Install it and forget it. To use the iron sights, you will have to either use see-through rings, which mount the scope way too high, IMHO, or employ quick-detach rings. Again, DSA sells the excellent Leupold QD rings in various heights, and for a decent price:www.dsarms.com/item-detail.cfm?ID=LP49856&storeid=1&image=ringsleupold1.gif |
Here is our versions of the FAL Scope Mount. Good quality at a great price! Our latest creation has the best of the best. Securely mounted by the locking rails, it will work on Metric and Inch receivers. Lighter in weight, 0.535 pounds, this new mount has a lower weaver rail that will permit the use of iron sights when using see through rings. In the center of that lowered rail is a groove cut specifically to accept the after market "T-Bars" so you will be able to mount your SUIT easier than before. There are lightning cuts on the sides that mirror the image of the military metal hand guards and a larger ejection port to help eject brass more efficiently. Price is $29.99  Our newest addition has ALL the best features at the lowest price. Brand new production that fits both inch and metric receivers. It has an ultra high tech, positive frame locking system with no removable rails! It slides on just like the original military version and doesn't scratch your receiver. It is made of aircraft grade aluminum alloy and sports a Mil-Spec Picatinny rail on top. It uses standard .308 stripper clips (MAG2406, sold separately), which is loved by all but especially great for you CA residents as you can load mags from the top! All in all, we believe that this is hands down, the best, most advanced Weaver style mount to ever hit the market. ONLY at TAPCO! Price is $79.99 Tony Collins (800) 250 3757 ext 109 www.TAPCO.com |
I'm gonna root around and pick up some QD rings before I decide on a mount.|
Take a look at some of the QD rings out there. If I'm not mistaken, the Leupold's guaranty something like within 1/4" return to zero. My ARMS, which DO cost more, return to true zero (or at least the difference is so minute you can't tell it). Ask around and shop around. And not just on this board. Hit the falfiles.com board and ask around. |
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I have the tapco model, and it is functionally very good. Only problem, is the metal seems a bit soft. I have my gas system adjusted properly...but the shells have made a few nice dents in the cover, and made a few nice silver parts. I am going to gunkote it, and hopefully that will "protect" the metal a bit more. For the price they ask, you can't complain. I just wish it were a bit tougher. |
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