Scope for a Stag Arms AR15

[TNMP40]

I am looking for a cope for my AR. Should I go with a Red Dot or an actual scope.  It will not be used for hunting unless the SHTF.  I don't want to put a $1200 scope on a $1200 rifle.  Any suggestions welcome.

[thundersnow]

Is it a flattop with a rail? A good set or iron sights is a great start. They never need batteries.

[Bad_Bowtie]

I put A Vortex Sparc on my Stag Model 2. Great for plincking and suprisingly accurate.

[Ted S.]

I say if you are $1200 in on the rifle, you could get away with a $1200 scope. On my stag 15, I only have a troy rear back-up sight for now.

 

My general rules of thumb for rifles and sight-systems is as follows (and all are personal preferences and opinions):

 

1. Don't put anything on an American-made gun that isn't also made in America unless such a product is not available in the market.

 

2. Get a sight system that is right for the applications the weapon will be used for (including range and required durability).

 

3. Alway have a backup iron sights in case your scope, holographic, or red dot fails.

 

Just my opinions of course. For my stag, if this lower group buy becomes a reality, I will be looking at an eotech, like this: http://www.eotech-inc.com/products/sights/xps2Zombie

Edited April 16, 2013 by Ted S.

[thundersnow]

I will be looking at an eotech, like this: http://www.eotech-inc.com/products/sights/xps2Zombie

 

LOVE the reticle on this sight! 

[Ted S.]

LOVE the reticle on this sight! 

 

Looks awesome, but I've read some complaints about how large it is.