Has anyone used this with a rail-mounted laser- i.e. if the side laser was zeroed and I put the NVS on (previously zeroed) using QDs, I should see the laser in the scope and increase accuracy... Anyone done this with the Orion?
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not sure if that is the way to go. This is a first gen scope. I've added a high lumen IR light. http://www.amazon.com/Armasight-IR810-Detachable-Infrared-Illuminator/dp/B007SYMPMC/ref=pd_sim_sg_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=0DQN8W6P0QGS4BDVPGHQ and it increases the ability. A laser would be redundant with the lit crosshairs. Just a thought. Also, if you can afford a 2nd or 3rd gen, the difference is incredible.
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One of the reasons for paying extra for the BDC is to not have to turn and either count or look at the clicks on the turrets. There is also a model with a smaller objective lens. The smaller the objective, the lower the light gathering. I set up mine with an American made Weaver look through mount set up specifically for my pre 1985 Ruger 10/22. No need for rails and sighting took one shot, and that was only to move the POI two MOA.
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I have had no issue with it at all. I have it on a 9mm AR pistol build I did. I keep it in what I call a "loose zero" Meaning it does not need to be dead on where the bullet hits, just within 2 inches or less. It does this with no problem. I put it on the gun and really never touched it. The laser is just about 1 1/2" left of where bullet impact occurs and that is at 10 to 15 yards. It has never shifted. Around 2000 rounds with this laser on the gun so far.
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The scope arrived with the wrong red dot fast fire III. I called Amazon and they corrected the problem on the spot and I had it in two days. I mounted the unit and headed to the range. The Burris XTR works great, zeroed in 4 rounds and is in use for my 3-gun competitions. I have shaved off all kinds of time getting on target quickly. Hope this works for you and good luck. MRH
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that wont work with this. I have no idea about the range, but the black battery box that hangs off to the side has a cable attached to the part that inserts into the chamber. you push it in with you finger while the rifle is held in position on a bench. if you try and hold it free hand, the cable is going to wobble, and the will make the laser wobble, and...well I think you see where I'm going. I guess you could try and rig something up, but I don't think there would be any consistent accuracy. this is a laser boresighter, for setting up a scope. it is not trigger activated. think of using a sword in an archery contest. that wont work with this. I have no idea about the range, but the black battery box that hangs off to the side has a cable attached to the part that inserts into the chamber. you push it in with you finger while the rifle is held in position on a bench. if you try and hold it free hand, the cable is going to wobble, and the will make the laser wobble, and...well I think you see where I'm going. I guess you could try and rig something up, but I don't think there would be any consistent accuracy. this is a laser boresighter, for setting up a scope. it is not trigger activated. think of using... » Read More that wont work with this. I have no idea about the range, but the black battery box that hangs off to the side has a cable attached to the part that inserts into the chamber. you push it in with you finger while the rifle is held in position on a bench. if you try and hold it free hand, the cable is going to wobble, and the will make the laser wobble, and...well I think you see where I'm going. I guess you could try and rig something up, but I don't think there would be any consistent accuracy. this is a laser boresighter, for setting up a scope. it is not trigger activated. think of using a sword in an archery contest. « Show Less
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I also just purchased a UTG LED Green Laser Combo and the laser does not hold a good zero. So far I have been able to determine that the mount does not hold the laser firm enough to hold the zero. I do not want to over tighten the screws and strip them. No solution yet. I just think the mount should be made more sturdy. I also noted that the green dot grows larger, especially after 25 Yards.
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I have an lc9s with an after market Laser Max. I mounted it, adjusted it's sighting/point of aim. I have used it for over 6mo. Well over 200 rounds and in and out of holster every day during my muscle memory development practice. It has shown no movement of POA. No loosening nor any malfunctions. I think it is a very reliable, more than adequate and obviously great price value relative to other lasers. The red at defensive distances is good day and night. I live in very cold winter and very hot summer climate and the green lasers don't do well in these extremes at our out door range, something to think about in choosing Red over Green beam. Hope this helps and you enjoy the advantage of a laser. John B. Idaho, CWO4, USN/USMC Ret.
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I have two of these. One mounted on a S&W; M&P; 10 (.308) that I've swapped the flash suppressor out for a muzzle brake. Has 18" barrel. Normally shoot Sierra 168 grain HPBTs in hand loads. Last outing I was getting sub-moa results. Have the other mounted on Armalite AR-31 (.308) with 24" barrel. Have shot better than 1/2 moa with the same hand loads. I never worry about the BDC feature since that is pretty dependent on using specific factory ammo. I can wing it on longer shots pretty easily. Great scopes.
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No, great question. I had to remove my beloved belt clip in order to mount this laser!
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This cartridge laser, when inserted into the barrel of your firearm will allow you to set your scope by aligning the sights with the point that the laser strikes a target at a specified distance. it is not a perfect way to zero your sights, because the laser does not drop due to gravity like a real bullet would. but it is a great starting point, and it will allow you to rough site your scope without wasting boxes of ammo. Just make sure you have a rifle that uses this caliber of ammunition. Regards!
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I cannot, but I can give you my perspective on the StarMax 90 mm by Orion. It is small, portable, and clear, but I wear glasses, and it is hard to see through with the 10x eyepiece. I think all of the small scopes will be. I wish I had spent the extra $100 and bought the 6" Dobsonian mounted reflector, but I wanted to use this during the day for spotting animals from a distance. I gave this as a present to my wife who hasn't worked with the telescope yet, and she may have different opinions. I did get her the camera mount, polar lens, and an extra eye piece that doubles the magnification. I think that you'll find that both are probably one in the same IMO. I do like the table top mount that the Orion has. I think once the weather warms we will be able to give a more thorough opinion. I think I will end up getting the reflector with the Dobsonian mount the color CCD eyepiece from Orion, and a few extras. If you have room I'd suggest the 6" reflector, or this http://www.telescope.com/Orion-XT45-Dobsonian-Telescope-amp-Beginner-Barlow-Kit/p/102027.uts . I feel that we may outgrow the Starmax 90, but I think the 4.5 or 6 with Dobsonian would well used for the lifetime of star gazing.
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the scope was trouble for me as well, i bought a simple red dot holograph and put it on there. worked better.
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The laser is 2.5 inches long...so in theory it should fit on the rail. The green color is easy to see, much better than the red.
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The images I've seen of the Taurus PT22 don't show an accessory rail on it and unless I missed something? No this will not work without a rail to attach it to ie.. Picatinney or Weaver. If you have any other guns with a rail. Then I more than recommend this Laser Sight. Thee only other suggestion I can make to you is get in a Green laser if possible, I had some problems seeing the Red laser at the range last week it was around noon and overcast at about 20 feet.Good Hunting
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Yes exactly right. One suggestion is to also get a boresight insert to help you adjust the windage and elevation so that you can dial it in without using ammo. It's a great laser sight! Enjoy!
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its not a laser, it's only a red dot, and the switch is mounted on the unit. the red dot is only visible within the scope.
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the one on the side adjusted the left and right while the two bottom ones control elevation. when I first got mine, one of the bottom screws was not flush so I began to tighten them both. you kinda gotta play around with it because sometimes tightening the bottom will offset the laser to one side. I lined mine up using the iron sights at about 10 yds. i would think the easiest way to sight it is use a bore laser.