best 1-4x scope for an AR under $400

[britguy]

as the title says looking for recommendations for a scope

thanks

 

[AB.boy]

Given your criteria I'd say Millett DMS. I like mine. Should be able to find one for about $300.

 

[Gas Can]

For strictly under 400, I would agree with the Millett DMS.

However, I would save a little more and get a Vortex PST 1-4.

If the scope is going to spend most of its time on 1x then save even more and get a Trijicon.

GC

 

[Farmboy]

I run the Vortex Viper PST 1-4 on my 10.5" and love it. I was running an Aimpoint H1 but switched that to my shotgun.

The Millett DMS 1-4 is quite good and we sell a number of them.

There is a difference between the two though, hense why I run the Vortex.

 

[Can-down]

There is a difference between the two though, hense why I run the Vortex.

Care to elaborate?

 

[Farmboy]

Difference in the glass.

Easy to notice when you compare them side by side.

 

[2bad4u2]

The Falcon 1.5x5x30mm is a great alternative to the Millet. It's highly regarded by the members on the board who own them. I just bought one but haven't had the opportunity to use it yet.

 

[smak_daddy]

My choice, 1-4x Trijicon Accupoint. Most underrated optic out there.

 

[300Spartans]

My choice, 1-4x Trijicon Accupoint. Most underrated optic out there.

That is a very good choice. You would be robbing someone to get it for under $400, however!

 

[saskcop]

I have the Falcon Menace 1.5-5 SIR and really like it. Optics are above average and the 30mm tube is nice.

 

[Desertrat]

My choice, 1-4x Trijicon Accupoint. Most underrated optic out there.

Definitely agree, almost bought a Millet DMS but there was a Trijicon Accupoint beside it to compare. There is a major difference in the clarity of the glass. Had to go with the Trijicon in-spite of the extra $600 difference.

 

[lawn gnome]

Falcon 1.5-5 is a very good choice.
The 1-4 CMR is another good choice but maybe just a bit over $400.

 

[hawkrider]

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[Gas Can]

Care to elaborate?

And the turrets, if that is important to you.

GC

 

[TDC]

That is a very good choice. You would be robbing someone to get it for under $400, however!

Even at full retail they're a steal...

TDC

 

[the_klenzer]

I run the Vortex Viper PST 1-4 on my 10.5" and love it. I was running an Aimpoint H1 but switched that to my shotgun.

The Millett DMS 1-4 is quite good and we sell a number of them.

There is a difference between the two though, hense why I run the Vortex.

Can you tell me how much longer the DMS is over the PST? I think the PST is around 10" but couldn't find a length for the DMS on their website. Looking for something in this range, but compact wins.

Thanks!

 

[Stiopa]

for a $399 ,there is no other option, than leatherwood 1-4x24 cmr ,v. clear glass,good reticle,(from what i know in 2 colours-green and red),really good quality scope, I am using this scope on my Stag 2TR-E and so far it works flawlessly,...