Compact rifle scopes?

[tedmoores]

Any one have experiance w/this type of scope. Looks like mount is permentnly attached to scope. I see lots of them for sale,but never seen one in use. I've attached a link that has an electonic version. Cheap that's for sure. Junk???

http://www.opticsplanet.net/barska-4x20-mini-14-ir-electro-sight-riflescope-ac10834.html

[Marlin 45 carbine]

pass on that one and go to 'Barska tactical scopes'. I bought mine from OpticsPlanet and so far it does great. has the Mil-dots. 1.5X4.5 power. nice compact scope for my M30.

[tedmoores]

I like that one. I'm thinking it likely looks good on your rifle too. I checked it out over at MidWay also, seem to rated pretty good.
I need one but will probably have to wait until after my bank account recovers from the muzzle loader hunt. Thanks for info.
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=380820
http://www.opticsplanet.net/barska-1-5-4-5x20-ir-tactical-riflescope-ac10770.html

[Marlin 45 carbine]

yes, that's the scope I have mounted on my M30. just the right size. I was concerned about whether it would handle the recoil but no problem. I have a Wollf spring installed. sometimes I yearn for higher magnification tho. but it does good for most all my shooting. the nearest similar scope (Burris) costs much more than my M30 did!

[tedmoores]

My M30 is ranch,my mini 14 is standard. have you any experiance with mounts?

[Marlin 45 carbine]

just my M30 which is of course 'ranch' style. I had to file on the Ruger rings to get the scope to line up - the clamping attachments, actually just the front one.
I have the Eagle flash hider which has the improved front sight 'HK' style so if I have to pull the scope I've got a good iron picture.