m14 mounts- aluminum sadlak vs Arms 18?

[GunNewb]

I was thinking arms 18 because it sits lower- I hear of instances where it jams but am willing to grind problem areas off + replace bolt innards to change angle of ejection.



Heres the thing though....the actual scope cant sit any lower on the arms because of clearance on the rear sight so the sadlak with low rings (which is lighter) will probably be about the same height as the arms with medium rings, right?


so....is there any added strength by going with the arms steel mount vs the sadlak aluminum to make it worthwhile?

 

[rascal1]

I was thinking arms 18 because it sits lower- I hear of instances where it jams but am willing to grind problem areas off + replace bolt innards to change angle of ejection.



Heres the thing though....the actual scope cant sit any lower on the arms because of clearance on the rear sight so the sadlak with low rings (which is lighter) will probably be about the same height as the arms with medium rings, right?


so....is there any added strength by going with the arms steel mount vs the sadlak aluminum to make it worthwhile?

If you want to keep the iron sights, maybe look for taller scope rings. I bought an Aim Sports mount recently made of thick aluminum that allows for the iron sights to remain in position. It is very secure and solid as well it should have enough height to allow for your scope clearance. And a bonus, the shells don't jam on ejection..

 

[can14]

The Israeli's tested steel vs aluminum in M14 ART mounts for their military contract ART scopes. They choose aluminum mounts because they won't rust in salt air of the "Med". There wasn't an issue of strength in construction of the mount and the use of the m14 rifle.

 

[rascal1]

The Israeli's tested steel vs aluminum in M14 ART mounts for their military contract ART scopes. They choose aluminum mounts because they won't rust in salt air of the "Med". There wasn't an issue of strength in construction of the mount and the use of the m14 rifle.

I agree, my mount is built like a tank, no concerns with flexing or any other foreseeable issue.

 

[300Spartans]

Flat top ARs are made of aluminum. No complaints heard about the strength of that mount.

 

[Katana]

Flat top ARs are made of aluminum. No complaints heard about the strength of that mount.

There is a huge difference between an AR and a M14 action. The AR has a very light recoil compared to an AR. Im surprised that the aluminum M14 mount are working as well as they are.

 

[rascal1]

There is a huge difference between an AR and a M14 action. The AR has a very light recoil compared to an AR. Im surprised that the aluminum M14 mount are working as well as they are.

As with steel, aluminum has different grades of alloy and hardness. It can be extremely strong, remember they build automobile rims and engine blocks as well as airplanes out of the stuff. You can check mine out next time at the range oh wise katana san!!

 

[Chris S]

I would say the big difference would be that the steel and aluminum expand and contract at different temps !!! And COULD change POI.
I went with the steel as that is what the reciever is made of ,but that is just how i see it.

 

[Crack Feather]

I would say the big difference would be that the steel and aluminum expand and contract at different temps !!! And COULD change POI.
I went with the steel as that is what the reciever is made of ,but that is just how i see it.

Yes you are correct.
Hence why the same big name companies that sell aluminum mounts also sell steel mounts. Factor in the temp with what Katana is saying to and add time to that equation and you will see why your scope will take the beating. To explain what "violent" action with the heat will be transfered to ones optic please watch this video:

 

[rascal1]

Yes you are correct.
Hence why the same big name companies that sell aluminum mounts also sell steel mounts. Factor in the temp with what Katana is saying to and add time to that equation and you will see why your scope will take the beating. To explain what "violent" action with the heat will be transfered to ones optic please watch this video:

That is why a side mount might be the best option as it is bolted to the side of the receiver and it will move as one. A top mount is subject to a few more directions of force and vibration.