Acog Clone on .22?

[Goodcat]

Good lord, please noone comment about them that has never tried them. I know I won't spend $800+ on an optic for a .22. I know most won't. I know tons of people have searched and searched only to turn up thousands of posts about why acog clones on 22s suck, why you should buy the real deal, buy PA, etc. I would say 99% are blowing smoke.

Please don't respond if you
1. Hate them for no reason
2. Get pissed because of copyright infringement (most would not buy real deal for .22 anyways, just is product placement IMHO)

My question is, how many would be interested in a real world review of an acog eBay clone on a .22. Range tests, zero tests, etc. I know it's something I've wanted, just want to be sure it'll be something enjoyed before taking the time to do it. I just got a 4x acog clone in to try on my colt m4 22.

Completed here!!

https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/accessories_and_gear/212408-acog_clone_on_22_ar_review.html

 

[techres]

I could see a real value in a fake acog on a .22 AR if you have a real ACOG on your .223 AR.

If the reticles are close enough to mimic well, then the training value is there and the $ savings can be used for ammo, or paid training, or bribing your wife with a nice dinner - all valuable considerations.

Even if they are not a perfect match, if the sight does the job, it does the job. Enjoy it.

And, please, do post a review.

 

[techres]

Oh, and if the fake Acog is good, then maybe I will mount one on a cricket which will be so ridiculous that it will draw some fire from your setup.

Haters always have to hate.

Buy it, have fun, learn something, share it, and be safe.

 

[Goodcat]

I've used real deal eotechs, but never would have considered a real acog, even after handling them in store, until after playing with this clone. I'm now saving my pennies for a real 4x acog for my 9mm sbr just after playing with the clone on a real rifle. I feel that there are no real acog clone on a .22lr reviews and I intend to make the first. Thanks for the interest. I'll hopefully get to it this weekend. Copyright crap aside, I feel acog recognizes the free advertisement and thats why they haven't cracked down hard on them. Well see, of course, after the review if they are suitable on a .22 platform.

 

[techres]

On a technical level, my main concern would be weight. If you are running a very light rifle like a 15-22 you could end up with a very top heavy beast that cants incessantly.

 

[Goodcat]

I'll have to weigh in the clones itself, but it is very light. If we receive good results with the colt m422, I'll be sure to sample it on an m&p15-22 also to address the concern.

 

[esrice]

I just got a 4x acog clone in to try on my colt m4 22.

So the clone is also 4x? Most of the ACOG clones I'm familiar with are simply a facade with simple red dot guts on the inside. You've piqued my interest.

 

[jd4320t]

I've used real deal eotechs, but never would have considered a real acog, even after handling them in store, until after playing with this clone. I'm now saving my pennies for a real 4x acog for my 9mm sbr just after playing with the clone on a real rifle. I feel that there are no real acog clone on a .22lr reviews and I intend to make the first. Thanks for the interest. I'll hopefully get to it this weekend. Copyright crap aside, I feel acog recognizes the free advertisement and thats why they haven't cracked down hard on them. Well see, of course, after the review if they are suitable on a .22 platform.

I wouldn't put an acog on a 9mm sbr.

 

[42769vette]

I wouldn't put an acog on a 9mm sbr.

nor would i. unless acog puts a 9mm reticle in thier scopes that im not aware of.

but if i would look at pa so i dont think im allowed to post in this thread.

that said a review is a great idea. the only qualification for a review in my book is you cant be to proud to say "i was wrong this think is junk" you will notice alot of folks after buying somthing and reviewing it even if it wont hold zero for a second shot will say "X product is great" just because they wont admit they were wrong.

 

[Goodcat]

Oh I'll gladly admit I was wrong if it tubs out to be junk. I'll be sure to remove and reinstall it many times, etc. I have a couple PAs in the shelf, just want to try something new.

 

[Hop]

There's only a few model of low magnification ACOGs I could see putting on an sbr. Is it just the shape of the Trijicon scope body that you like?

I've had some cheap scopes/optics and they always are exactly that... cheap. I'm trying to move away from my cheap stuff even on my .22 rifles.

 

[dubsac]

After last years Hush shoot and stopping by and shooting the ish with Kel, I shot one of there 15-22's w/acog. It was my first experience shooting one and I was in love. Then I found out the price and nearly died. No way could I imagine spending that much on a scope for a 22. Let alone for my Ar. My want factor is definitely there but ill be sticking to aimpoints/eotechs & PA. Though if I could find a decent clone I wouldn't rule out the possibility of a purchase.

 

[Goodcat]

There's only a few model of low magnification ACOGs I could see putting on an sbr. Is it just the shape of the Trijicon scope body that you like?

I've had some cheap scopes/optics and they always are exactly that... cheap. I'm trying to move away from my cheap stuff even on my .22 rifles.

The shape and body, yes. I'm just one of those guys, no getting around it. I just can't have a magpul rear buis and troy front. You know?

I took some video and did some extensive unmounting/mounting/dropping/throwing riffle tests. I was extremely impressed! I'm working on a video now and hope to have a full review up before the weekend is over.

 

[Audie Murphy]

I'd be interested in reading your review. I've been wondering about those also and was always to cowardly to take the plunge.

 

[Goodcat]

I'm going to do a written review with some pictures and also a 4-5 youtube video I'll post it in the review thread. You can see me unmounting the scope, throwing the rifle, dropping the rifle right on the scope, etc. It held zero after that!

 

[mvician]

UPDATES?

 

[sgreen3]

Yea Id like to read the review, and post a link to the ACOG Clone you got would be good for reference.

 

[40calPUNISHER]

Im in the market for an ACOG clone for my 22 as well... Cant wait to see your review.

 

[IndyGunworks]

I am still trying to figure out if this is an acog clone for real, or just an acog shaped body w/ a reddot in it.

I would be interested in a real acog clone including the BDC reticle, but have no intrest in a reddot made to look like an acog.

 

[40calPUNISHER]

The OP says "4x"....