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AR-15 SCOPE REVIEW - UTG 3-9X32 1" BugBuster Scope RGB
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ต.ค. 2015
- A quick review of the Leapers UTG Bug Buster Scope, attached to a Bushmaster AR-15 Rifle. Size, shape, initial thoughts.
- For the record, yes Iknow RGB = Red, Green, Black...just a massive brain fart when I was recording. :)
- 3-9x32 1-inch Bug Buster Scope
- RGB Illumination Crosshairs
- Full windage, elevation, parallax settings
The RGB stands for Red, Green, Black. Red and Green use the battery and are illuminated the Black is just the normal cross hairs. The allen screw on top of the turrets is how you set the turrets back to zero without adjusting the scope (after you've zeroed it in). Loosen (don't remove) it up lift up on the turrets turn it back to line it up on the zero mark re-tighten and your scope is zeroed and turrets reflect the same
Absolutely correct on both points - I even knew at the time TGB = red green black but I'm so used to working with LCD monitors that my brain translated it wrong at the time. I had a video annotation but I think it's been removed by youtube since then.
Turrets: I didn't know that when I recorded this video - but I have since learned that and used it! Thank you!
By far the best review of this scope I have seen. Great job!👍
thank you. you just saved me 40$. I was going to spend 120$ for a Nikon rimfire, but now I can get one of these for around 80$ on eBay and I can use the difference to get another one for my ar-15 soon to be here. good vid!
Just bought this and put this on my Ruger PCC9. Gonna take it to the range tomorrow. Well built. One of the batteries came dead (no biggie really), but the only off cuff complaint right now is the eye relief is not that great so I had to mount the scope as far back as I could using the included mounts. If I have issues tomorrow I may try a cantilever mount.
Update: put it on my 7.62x39 Vepr. Keep it at 3x. Works great.
Still holding up well? Does it have good markings for hold over on the 7.62x39? Looking for a scope for my Romanian
The one thing I would change about the bug buster scope is the adjustable objective lense, I've learned real quick. Once you sight it in for whatever yardage you plan to shoot you better hope you don't dick with it, or once you move it to a different distance. You have to re-zero it back in...I thought that would be a cool feature but I was wrong on that one it's definitely it's biggest detriment. I set mine to infinity and zero it and have touched the scope with some super glue dots to keep it from moving on me. I'm sure by now you've figured that out lol. I like mine but this is a classic case of paying for a crap ton of features and not a lot of quality glass clarity. I have some old antique Leupold and Nikkon Scopes on a few of my hunting rifles I inherited and got the old Leupold Scopes from a friend for 400 for a pair they're both fixed optics one is a 4x32 and one is a 10x50 and the big one I have on my 30-06 but the clarity of their glass is impeccable. The best piece of advice I'd give to people is to buy a good condition older used scope. It may cost ya an extra hundred or two but trust me it'll be much more effective of an investment.
them floors are shiny as sh!t... good vid bro!
Bahaha, nice. Thanks; they're polished granite tile, if I recall. Hard to keep clean.
One thing the reviewer didn't have a good handle on is the Zero Resettable Turrets. He said the hex screw at the top of each turret was to lock the turret so that no further adjustment could be made. That is incorrect. That is what the adjustable knob at the base of the turrets is for. The hex screw is to loosen and tighten the turret independent of the click adjustments you've made. Once you've zero'd your weapon with the scope you can set the turrets back to zero without affecting your settings for zero. Once you've set each turret back to zero you will always know were your zero is. Cool right?
Glad someone else caught that, I was considering posting until I came across your correction.
How do you set it to zero without it adjusting?
Axe ODA8 maybe it resets just the knob itself to 0. I should have one next week. I'll let you know
After you zero it in the turrets might not be on the zero mark loosen they allen screw in the top and the turrets can turn freely so you can set it on zero re-tighten the allen screw and now your scope is zeroed and the turrets reflect the same.
You are correct! I hadn't had it very long - my apologies. I've since learned that (and used it!) and it works pretty well. To me it felt a *little* cheap (or, maybe just "thin" if that makes sense). But thank you for the correction!
Great video...thank you. You gave every important detail and didn't throw any unnecessary chatter in there. Good job! 👍
The Allen keys are so that you can set the knobs to zero once sighted in.
Thanks
Just installed this one on my Colt AR. Can't wait to site it in.
Been enjoying mine for almost a year!
I own the same scope and have had no issues for the past 1.5 years, however, I wish the crosshairs were a bit thinner. The Allen wrench is used to "slip the rings" to zero once the scope is zeroed.
B Blod yes bud I got 1y day cross ➕ r 2wide bud
Thanks, I just bought the MVP flex with this on, and now my questions are answered.
Bought this for my 10/22 takedown because it’s the best fit going into the carry bag. Removing the scope for each use just isn’t an option. Haven’t shot it yet but the image is clear.
We 10/22 takedown people have to stick together. Keep up the good work.
Rgb = red green black. This is nice because if your battery is dead you still have black . So unlike a red dot, if your battery goes dead you still have your black reticle. Nice review I just purchased this and am waiting to receive it and upon a little research this scope seemed to be the best for my application and fit well within my budget.
oh, DUH! thanks. I'll annotate when I get a chance.
Thanks for the vid brother !! Looking into scopes currently.. did not expect crazy prices, but for my first scope This isn’t bad.
Hey Brandon .... Where is your follow up vid of the bug buster ???
Thank you. Very helpful I now know what scope to get for my budget build.
I just bought this same scope. Seems nice but I had to buy a riser to get it up to about 1.5 inches above the top of the rail for a good sight picture. Anybody else agree that the stock rings are way low?
I thought the stock ones looked great; however, I never did use them. My AR does not have the forward sight, so perhaps a low mount for mine was fine. I used a UTG mount that was similar in height.
+Brandon Skifton gotcha
Excellent and quick detail review. Thank you so much. Excellent. Excellent.
Off topic; but the mount for this scope is also fantastic. I didn't use the stock one; but the stock rings were also great. I used a UTG mount.
Yep! I really like it. 8 months after purchase and the battery is still solid. Took this weapon deer hunting in WI in freezing temps, didn't have any fogging problems (unless I breathed on it). Really good in low-light morning situations as well. Didn't think I'd need the red/green crosshairs, but it was nice!
Nice review. RGB is red, green, and black in terms of the reticle.
Nick Ciafrei indeed...I annotated that into the video (maybe doesn't show up everywhere)...and I knew that too...was a massive brain fart moment! haha.
i'm going to buy one of these now to replace a NC Star 4X on my tactical SKS. thx for the review!
Happy to help! The scope is fairly lightweight; but the mounts I used (From UTG) are fairly heavy actually. If you're going for a "lightweight" AR build, it might be good to shop around for lighter mounts. :) Hope it serves well!
Scope caps are robust... I’m sold!!
I noticed when I use Exlax my parallax gets better but it turns my number two lefty loosey just as a goosey! Roger Dodger over under...
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Thank you for review, i found so many refrences for my 3D :) god bless you
Haven't had a chance to test if it holds zero, but mounts just fine and has nice clear glass. Centered vertically true to a plumb line with the crosshairs which is always a plus!It's a great th-cam.com/users/postUgkxc4K63Fd5LglDMObu7-Bgapxp_ef0W8hE scope. There's no parallax adjustment or focus ring, so may be limited to 3-7x, have to see how it is on the range. Also be aware that the rings are "look through" so you can still use irons, but they are really tall if you only intend to use the optics. On a 22LR no biggie since I'm not shooting competitions or worried about a hard cheek press. Will boresight and range test, if all goes well, I'll leave it at that!
awesome review. can't wait to buy one for my AR 15
Great job . I seen this optic on Amazon!! Perfect for my Stephanie
The manual states that you can change the cross hair to like 40 different colors. I couldnt figure it out? anybody know how to do this? There are no buttons to push like the book says?
Also has zeroing turrets and multi emerald coated lenses.
Really great video!
Love Your Video!! I just ordered .177 Cal Diana Chaser Pellet Gun! For this Scope, Should get it Friday Looking forward to see what it can do? I am Just a Hobbiest! Thank,s for the Video!!!
If you are only shooting distance this scope is fine, although the reticle looks MIL not MOA. Not a big deal as long as the turrets are MIL as well. Now if you need this for
I agree - anything inside approx 40-50 yds is a little obnoxious with this scope. But then again, what are scopes for, ya know? The UTG mount I used does have small mounts on top of it where you COULD mount a red dot or something light. Granted it would be several inches higher than the barrel which makes for interesting zeroing....but still.
I have one on a pellet gun and really like it. Does it hold zero well on the ar?
Great review! You did a great job!
thank you for the review .. make me consider to buy this scope ..
great video so helpful! what where the exact rings you used?
Thanks! I had originally purchased the ring/riser on CheaperThanDirt (it's a UTG 1" model), and I think I found the same model on amazon now (it's no longer on CTD). link: www.amazon.com/UTG-Integral-Med-pro-Mount-Slots/dp/B0053EQJGC
I've been an avid fan of Leapers since I've been shooting Air Guns by the way they are air gun rated but even more so I'm a hunter and I actually used the 30 mill tube it transfer more light. A lot of AR guys think you have to spend $2000.00 on a scope for performance, to me take that money and buy ammo Lol!!!! but yea Dude Leapers has great Glass but if you really want to be impressed check out Hawke Optics,, budget but even better glass on a budget I have one on my TROY Build AR.
Great review, Thanks
Thanks for the review. I just bought one, not delivered yet. It's been five years, and how has it been doing please?
I have those socks!
My UTG Bug Buster scope came today I can't wait to mount it in my .308 from psa, rifle should be here tomorrow.
Universal Law how is that scope working on your pa10? Just ordered an pa10 looking into this scope!
@@rikardolz sorry just seeing this comment the scope has been pretty good the only complaint I have is the qd ring mounts they move a little back and forth on my rail so looking for new scope rings.
I've the same scope and love it really dont want another optic on my rifle
could you give me the model # of the mount w/riser. great video.
So I would be putting this on my .308, how has this kept it's zero? How expensive was the scope? All descent scopes that I find have been $150.00 and up.
I would think it would hold up fine to a .308 - I've had it keep it's zero well on my AR for about a year now. Still shooting well at 100 yds. Can't say for sure how it'll perform for you; but for me it's done a fine job holding zero with minor adjustments.
Inhate that they dont make this illuminated reticle in the 12 power version. Forcing me to choose instead of just getting moth features i want.
where did you get your ring set with the riser really like the idea of the Picatinny mount on top ... Great video ..subbed
www.ebay.com/itm/1-Integral-Medium-Profile-Scope-Ring-Mount-Quick-Detach-System-UTG-M1B35070R2-/292073857164?hash=item4400f5608c:m:mLH2XPkJ6xjQbs4d62p1_3w
Amazon listing: www.amazon.com/UTG-Integral-Med-pro-Mount-Slots/dp/B0053EQJGC/ref=sr_1_5?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1492175926&sr=1-5&keywords=utg+quick+detach+scope+mount
Late to the party, great review.
Very good review.
Hi , what torque settings do you use on these mounts?
I FINALLY found a scope I like for my airgun and this one is it !!!
So is the scope mounted crooked or is the reticle tilted? Serious question here. I have read some reviews about the reticle being tilted while the scope is mounted dead flat. I have one of these scopes and mine reticle is fine or 99% at least. I was considering getting another since I like this so much. The lenses are crystal clear. I paid 81.00 for mine. I could not complain about a thing for that price.
+Bryan Poitras Good question; I went and looked at the video and saw the same thing you did - it does look crooked! I installed it with a bubble level (first on the gun, then the mount, then the scope) and I know for a fact that's all in line. The crosshairs look like they're dead on aligned as well. I think in the video, the camera angle as well as the angle at which I was holding the gun (probably not level) made the crosshairs look tilted, but mine are spot on. I also read a couple of reviews where they were off a tiny bit. Those people got replacements for free, I think.
you've probably fixed this by now; scope is off set to the right... vertical cross hair isn't flat but cantered down on the right side...
Can i use this scope wirh the a2 post on front
If you use a riser, for sure. It really depends on how much the post obscures vision. Mounting it higher will help for sure.
How is it holding up after putting rounds through it? The rings I got with this scope is probably the problem but my groups with this scope is the sizer of a piece of pater.
It was the ammo... I went from shooting 6 by 8 inch groups to shooting 2 by 2 inch groups.
So no one has talked about the accuracy of the mil dots for range estimation?
ok i'm just getting into guns but from like monitors rgb means red green blue not red green black. this could be different for optics again i'm new to guns really.
mystery mongoose it is annotated in the video. :) brain farted. I work with displays a lot haha!
for scopes it means red green black.
RGB in this case means red green and black
Any follow up on the scope or rings or anything inportabt
what is the eye relief ? I would like to use this on a scout mount or the ultimak gas tube rail
The eyepiece is fairly good sized...which creates a pretty good "range" for eye relief. I find a comfortable position approximately 2 inches from the eyepiece. But with the parallax being very forgiving (and adjustable) and the eyepiece itself being fairly wide, I find that even moving in or relaxing my eye relief keeps the view pretty full.
Thanks . I have all but given up on finding a scout mounted x scope for the AK . I will think about this one and use the side mount which puts it closer to the eye .
timothy thomas I have this scope on ak and love it.
What size coin battery does that scope take? I've tried a couple different sizes and it still does not illuminate the reticle. Thanks!
What do you think, is recoil moving reticle?
So far, nothing has been a concern. For a 5.56 platform I think this scope is very sturdy, lightweight and durable. I might not like it for a bigger caliber though. Not sure.
Does it need to be ajusted constantly? I mean, I really like the scope, the lights, but if zero moves it will not be a good idea hunting with it
I haven't had any issues needing to re-adjust it, unless I'm re-zeroing or swapping it out for a red dot, which I have done a couple times.
Hi there. Awesome set up. Thank you for the video. Quick question: I'm looking at purchasing this scope as well as adding a red dot. I'm not sure if I should buy different rings other than the factory (like yours) so that I can mount the red dot on top of the scope or if I should just buy a 45 degree pictanny rail so that I can mount it at a 45 degree angle. My question is which set up will be more feasible (and cheaper) and will there be enough space if I have to mount it at 45 degrees? I'd be using my M&P 15-22 for this set up. Any input will will be helpful. Thanks so much.
1. I think the 45-degree picatinny would be the best option; so long as you have the rail space to mount it. It will force you to tilt the weapon to use it, BUT it will keep the red dot closer to the barrel which means better accuracy. However, i think that buying the aftermarket rings (like in the video) would be the more affordable option.
2. I'm not sure on your weapon; but mine has pretty limited rail-space on the top for adding more than a scope. Would be tough to add the 45-degree rail on my weapon; but if yours has a quad rail or a longer rail on the top, then it would be pretty easy. Kinda varies gun to gun. Also depends which 45-degree mount you'd use, some are slimmer (good for little red-dots) and some are longer (for other attachments).
Hope that helps!
Wow. Thanks for all the information. It makes sense. Great video and quality information. Happy New Year
Just got 1nit happy with the cross hairs, when u light it up red r green??
Your kitcheness will not be forgiven until I know what hand guard you have installed.
Prepare to forgive! (The kitchen has the best lighting)
www.abarms.com/category-s/116.htm
AB Arms - they have some really nice stuff actually.
Brandon Skifton Thank you kind sir. Good lighting indeed.
Totally been in the market for a new one. My Ruger AR had a Bushnell ar optics scope on it and boy did it make the rifle heavy and tiresome to shoot only after 20rounds! Now just using the flip up sight. How light is this model scope?
Pretty light for a scope - but obviously heavy compared to something like stock/flip-up sights, obviously. A fairly large part of the weight will come from your scope rings, but you can only do so much about that since they need to be pretty strong. I would guess the scope itself weighs about 12-13 oz. if that helps.
@@bskifton that's very doable. The old AR Bushnell scope weighed almost 3 pounds without rings! Thanks for reply, definitely will buy this one out of all the other ones I've checked out
Just ordered one. Has anyone had any problems with cross hairs turning like some sights. Im building a hunting ar15 so wont need passed 150 yards.
I haven't had any issues yet, I have seen some reviews where people felt the crosshairs were a little off from the factory. But it's easily fixed by just turning the scope in the rings when you set it so they're straight.
How much does it weigh? The spec show just like 13.9oz, without rings, I assume. But someone showed the scope and rings on a a scale and it showed 20.21oz! Makes a different to know the truth in advance!
Im more interested in the fore grip you have. What model, Brand? TIA
It's from AB Arms. Here's a link to their Furniture accessories page: www.abarms.com/category-s/116.htm
Comes in a few different colors, you can get it with or without the picatinny rail on the top. It has a rail-mount spot on the bottom, you can buy a separate 2-inch rail kit (they sell those as well) and stick it on there for a tripod or front grip. Don't rely on the rail for stability as it moves around a bit; but great for a light or other addons.
Good deal, may have to opt for this instead of the magpul. I like the look of it a bit better
Fits the hand very well, really comfortable and somewhat modular; I chose it over magpul myself. EDIT: Lighter, too.
What is the distance from edge to edge of scope rings.? Need to know
How is its durability? Just wondering if it can take the kick of a 5.56 without losing zero, etc. I know Bushnell AR 223 series is better.. but its SO BIG.. I love this smaller lightweight scope... but I don't want to waste my money....like my last crapped out $150 ACOG clone.
I have had it on a bit over a year now, probably have 400 rounds through the gun (with the scope on). Has never moved or shifted, crosshairs line up well still, the knobs are still very tight and no looseness or feeling of it wearing out. Since I zeroed it at 50 yards last year, I haven't had to re-zero it yet. Your mileage may vary; but that's been my personal experience. Great little scope, so far!
Brandon Skifton Awesome Brandon! Thanks!
Did you ever get to take it out to the range to sight it in? How'd the scope hold up and after how many rounds? Any video at the range sighting in the scope? Thanks!!!
I have a few times, yes. At first I was shooting some fairly cheap (steel cased) ammo that was all over the place at 150 yds. With better ammo (Remington, I think?) I was hitting tiny groups at 50 yds (duh) and modest groups at 100yds. That's mainly due to the 1-in-9 twist barrel, as opposed to a 1-in-7 twist barrel that would produce better accuracy at longer ranges.
Far as I can tell, it sighted in quickly (the 'clicks' are very defined and easy to feel) and predictably. It seemed to hold zero just fine through a couple hundred rounds down range. Though, I will be taking it out for sighting/shooting again this spring (I am in MN) when it warms up.
...and I will definitely bring a camera to the range when I go!
Good scope for the money; I own 2. The main drawback is that the eye relief sucks.
my bro in law just got this. Im gonna go with the Vortex sparc 2 or Vortex Strikefire 2. That scope is a little much for the distance Ill be shooting at. seems like a decent scope for the buck though
Yep! Took the scope hunting this year (on a different platform) and it was dead-on fit me. Felt comfortable out to 150-ish yards. Took a deer at about 105 with precision. Felt great.
I have a eye astigmatism that is a problem on some red dot sights making the dot fuzzy and uneven . Would I have issues with this scope. Thanks for your reply's
Stormcat you should look into prism scopes they are a godsend for people with astigmatism as I have an astigmatism and I use a Vortex AR Prism scope and it is as clear as can be.
Reticle is black with power off or dead batteries?
Meaning, it’s still operational if the batteries die?
Yes etched reticle so always have one even when not illuminated
@@ronburton7611 Thank you.
My windage and elevation are not working no matter how much I turn the knobs, it's not normal isn't it?
You didn't say how close it will focus.
What utg mounts did you use? Amazon link?
Anyone think this would go good on my Henry 45/70?
I know I'm late to your video, but I wanted to know how the scope has been holding up in the long term.
I got a .22Lr that I want to mount a glass to but I don't want to spend too much.
It has held up well on my AR. The AR isn't as accurate as the scope is (carbon fiber and a 1 in 9 twist barrel) so I moved the scope and replaced it with a red dot. But, for several years the scope held up great. I just went shooting with it again a couple weeks ago!
@@bskifton Sounds good and thank you for the quick response.
Nice
easy use
How's that scope a year latter? Thinking about buying one.
Stephan Patterson It is performing! I think for this AR I would probably switch to a smaller, lighter scope as the AR is a carbon fiber model for weight. But, it holds zero and the sight is still VERY clear.
If I put this on my AK I could have it raised a little so I can still aim down my iron sights right?
You would need a riser of some sort that lets you peek through it, they are available. I know with AKs mounting scopes is a bit more complicated, and you'll need some attachments to do so. You'll have to find an attachment that allows you to see the iron sights past it.
Brandon Skifton thank you so much. I'll subscribe
thanks
Off subject but I am looking at getting that scope...BUT... what kind of fire grip is that ?
Fore grip...sorry
It's from AB Arms, they make great lightweight stuff!
Link: www.abarms.com/category-s/116.htm
Howdy...
How has the scope held up for you thus far after all these years?
Hello! I have removed and replaced and reattached this thing a few times - the UTG scope mount is great for that and that hasn't changed. The scope itself is still solid; no breaking down of materials. I have treated it pretty well, not a lot of banging around or hard hiking. I used it for deer hunting a couple years ago and it worked great on a different gun! So far, so good.
I just got one in the mail. Mine came with the quick connect scope rings. Seems like a good quality scope.
Look at that machine gun! (laughinggirls.jpg)
Do you have information on the rings and riser you use ? I haven’t been able to find one like it.
Whew! Took me forever to find it - I think i did get it on Amazon but I couldn't find the order. It's item # M1B35070R2 on the Leapers website.
Here's a link to the Amazon listing: www.amazon.com/UTG-Integral-Med-pro-Mount-Slots/dp/B0053EQJGC
Brandon Skifton Thank you !! I got the scope ordered yesterday, now I can order that today !! I appreciate your help, I looked on amazon last night, but couldn’t find it.
Can I fit an offset rear sight behind the scope? Only uses 3rails/2spaces.
Brian Kloosterman if you had a riser on the scope, and moved it forward as far as it could go on the picatinny, it would leave 5 slots open. (4 bars).
But it would need a decent riser for sure. Maybe an inch.
Brandon Skifton agreed. I have an inch spacer and it works fine, but barely. Under an inch wouldn’t work
What size a riser mount do you have to have to look over your front sights on an AR Ruger 556
This one was a UTG mount that brought the barrel of the scope an inch off the rail. Generally speaking you can have *some* overlap between the scope and any front sights as the scope will bring in light around the sights and not obscure much. But there's a limit to that, obviously. I don't have front sights on this AR; but I imagine you'd want to keep it at least an inch off the rail.
Thnx very much
RGB= Red, Green, Black
Yeaaaaaah. Had a brain fart when I recorded it. I had annotated the video post-upload but TH-cam removed annotations a while back. :(
Does anyone know what size risers are needed for mounting on a Ruger AR 556?
James McNeil www.amazon.com/UTG-Integral-Med-pro-Mount-Slots/dp/B0053EQJGC/ref=sr_1_5?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1492175926&sr=1-5&keywords=utg+quick+detach+scope+mount
that's the one I got. very sturdy.
James McNeil u ever put a Scope on yours? I have the same gun and am trying to decide. This and the bushnell scopes seem good enough for what I'll be using them for. Not sure about magnification
You placed the pineapple for the Video?
On a Ruger AR556, would I be able to keep on the factory iron sights with this attached? I just ordered a Ruger as my first AR, and I'm looking into Scopes and stuff.
For the A2 post sight, I would recommend a picatinny riser probably. Without a riser, there's a good chance you'd see some obstruction. The lens does take in a LOT of light.
When I get home from work tonight, I will do a little test on mine and see what kind of obstruction I get. So, yes you can use this scope with the front post sight on....but you would probably want at least a 1" riser on the picatinny rail. Will update.
@@bskifton
I would really appreciate that. I would prefer to not remove the flip up sights, or the front post if at all possible. I was sort of hoping I could just cowitness all three.
@@bskifton if it's not too much trouble could you provide me with a picture of the scope on with the flip up sights and front post still on? I just want to see what it would look like, and I was unable to find any pictures on Google that showed this. If I absolutely need to I will remove the rear sight, but again, I would prefer to keep it how it is, and just slap the scope on it.
@@lordkrythic6246 My AR doesn't actually have the stock sights - it was sightless when I bought it
@@bskifton
Man, that sucks. I really want to know if what I'm wanting to do is possible with this scope, because I really like it. I appreciate the conversation, though. You have a great day, and I hope work goes well for you.
is the diopter adjustable as well?
What size is the battery.
Will this work with a standard A2 fixed front post sight?
My AR sure not have the front sight... but particularly with the riser mounts, the scope will ghost the front sight and you won't see it in view.
Like the other guy said :)
I agree...when you increase x power the post fades out of the picture! On lower and lowest setting you see the post on some setups. I just used as it benefit as the parallel should line up anyway if mount and scope are on correct!!