HalveNaught 0 Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 Hey all, just got my first Saiga and I love it! Now comes the big desicion, do I stick with iron sights, go with a low profile red dot sight like the LaRue IronDot or a full-fledged red dot scope. Personally, I love using iron sights and my first trip to the range proved this, I was hitting dead center all day form 50Y. But alas, the Saiga's rear flat sight leaves a lot of room for play during quick target aquisition. I think I would love the LaRue since it allows the use of the iron sights in addition to a snap on target red dot. However, it does not seem like these are available anymore...what gives?? Ok, so assuming I can't get the LaRue, what would you guys recommend next? I don't want a magnification scope more than 2x as I don't plan on shooting at targets more than maybe 200 yards at most.I am not sure if I want to go with a high mount that allows the use of iron sights thru it, I have never been a huge fan of that high a profile scope/mount. What about the Scout Scope mount, it appears to have the flat rear sights built into the mount, which could be useful. Of course, it can't be used with the scope, but in case of a fatal problem it could quickly be removed and the mount would not inhibit the use of iron sights. I am sure there are many more options out there, that is what I am putting out to you guys. What set-ups are you using as far as scopes and mounts? What works, and what doesn't!! Thanks in advance! I love my Saiga and look forward to making it juuuust right. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimdigriz 580 Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 I am sure there are many more options out there, that is what I am putting out to you guys. What set-ups are you using as far as scopes and mounts? What works, and what doesn't!! Iron sights + low profile red dot (preferably Aimpoint Micro) on an Ultimak. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 Krebbs makes a 1000m aperture sight that's a direct replacement of the blade and retains the range mechanism. From there you can do whatever turns your gears, POSP, red dot, or whatever. Get a AK Sight tool!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shades_of_grey 1,092 Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 (edited) ...I think I would love the LaRue since it allows the use of the iron sights in addition to a snap on target red dot. However, it does not seem like these are available anymore...what gives??... Afaik, LaRue is currently redesigning the AK IronDot to better work with certain mrd's. They should be available down the road, but I couldn't tell you when. Another possible replacement for your factory irons would be the AK tritium sights from XS Sight Systems. They allow for much quicker target acquisition and work far better in low-light conditions. Check em out. Edited November 24, 2009 by post-apocalyptic Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HalveNaught 0 Posted November 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 Damn, you guys are good! Great work, that is exactly what I was looking for Rhodes/Post-Apoc. What do you guys think about using the two together, Krebbs RS with the XS front sight? Good set up? I think so, at least until LaRue comes back online... As far as the XS goes, anyone (PostApoc??) have an opinion on the staight vs rounded fs? thanks again for the great tips!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MeatShield0123 0 Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 this sight is getting pretty good reviews and it is also a rail http://www.solartactical.com/product.sc?productId=42&categoryId=6 pretty expensive though. and ugly Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mav 459 Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 this sight is getting pretty good reviews and it is also a rail http://www.solartactical.com/product.sc?productId=42&categoryId=6 pretty expensive though. and ugly It is a wonderful piece, and I dont find it ugly at all on my 308. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 You guys must have money to burn is all I can say. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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