EOTech Mounts????

[Ljunatic]

I am looking for comparisons of the Larue Tactical mount vs the GGG Accucam mount. I have no experience with either. Anyone have experience with these items? how about a review!

[Moondawg77]

I have experience with both. The are very well made and top quality.

YHM makes one and it won't break your bank account.

http://www.mooneysfirearms.com/YHMStore.html

Tom

[paigecm]

I have a Larue mount but I do not have the GGG. As far as the Larue goes it's rock solid. On, Off, On, no change in zero at all. It does however raise the window of the Eotech. You can use your irons still but they are in the lower sight picture of the sights window. I think the GGG keeps the Eo at the same level as if it was mounted to the reciever itself. I think also you have to remove the hood (and reinstall) after you attach the mount to the sight. With the Larue you just tighten down the sight to it. Either way I think they are both good. Just a matter of where you want the irons to be. I like the larue because it lets me hold my head at a more upright angle when using the Eotech. Here is a pic so you can see just how much it raises it. (possibly)
Sorry for the winded response.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v518/paigecm/P1020424.jpg

[Ljunatic]

I have considered the YHM mount, but I want a quick disconnect

If I go with an Accucam , I don't get the advantage of a 1/4 inch riser. The Accucam and a YHM mount would work, but together they cost more than the LaRue mount.... so I guess I have chosen the Larue Tactical EOTech mount. Now I just need the dough.

[CPUFed]

You have made the correct choice.

[myglockisa23]

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y212/dwaine/P8190168.jpg

[Ljunatic]

Well CRAP:
I just found out that I can't use my BUIS with a LaRue mount

An LMT BUIS or a cut carry handle BUIS will not fit on the upper when a LaRue EOTech mount is used.

Now I need to reevalute....

I may just mount directly to the upper until I find some more money

[CPUFed]

Originally posted by Ljunatic
Well CRAP:
I just found out that I can't use my BUIS with a LaRue mount

An LMT BUIS or a cut carry handle BUIS will not fit on the upper when a LaRue EOTech mount is used.

Now I need to reevalute....

I may just mount directly to the upper until I find some more money

Simple, sell your BUIS and buy an ARMS #40.

[USMCsilver]

IMHO, YHM is absoulte crap. It's like they're still stuck in the stone age.

[Michigun]

Originally posted by CPUFed
Simple, sell your BUIS and buy an ARMS #40.

Or better yet he should sell his BUIS & buy the LaRue BUIS... it'll even go along nicely with the LaRue EOTech mount.

[c4igrant]

Originally posted by Michigun
Or better yet he should sell his BUIS & buy the LaRue BUIS... it'll even go along nicely with the LaRue EOTech mount.

Agree!

C4

[bigbear_98]

How does the BUIS mount with the larue mount covering the whole top of the rifle?

[Sierra]

Well you need back up iron sights (BUIS). I have the LaRue BUIS on one AR and the LMT BUIS on another. With my Eotech on a GG&G Accucam I have the LaRue BUIS and it cowitnesses perfectly. It works fine. You have one of the best BUIS made. If you decide to get a replacement get a fixed one. If you must have a flip up get the Troy. The ARMS 40 was the best and now there are some decent challengers and Troy is at the top of the heap (IMHO).

[Michigun]

Originally posted by bigbear_98
How does the BUIS mount with the larue mount covering the whole top of the rifle?

The LaRue EOTech mount does not cover the whole flattop.

[bigbear_98]

oh i see paigecm's picture now.

[c4igrant]

Originally posted by c4igrant
Agree!

C4

It doesn't cover up the whole rail. There is room to fit a just about every BUIS (less the LMT) behind it.


C4

[Ljunatic]

Today I finished the install and sight in for my EOTech 512/GG&G Accucam on my RRA 18" and test run the Midwest Industries Tactical Handguards I just received.;f

I am very happy with this setup and I was able to hit the target much more effectively at all distances with the EOTech.

I was also very happy when both my BUIS and the Accucam returned to zero after removal.


http://home.earthlink.net/~ljunatic/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/100_0413.jpg

[Sierra]

That's very nice. Good job.

[DreamWeaver88]

That BUIS looks way high to me. I'm guessing the sights cowitness all the time on that setup?

DW

[TheBadGuy]

So why not just mount it directly to the receiver?? I am new at this and having a hard time understanding why with a rear flip up anyone would want a Eotech mount?? Is the ONLY reason to lower the front sight out of your primary sight picture??

Why worry about taking the sight off quick with a rear flip up/co-witness. Help me understand so I can determine if I need one on my list for my current build Thanks

[hokieglock]

i mounted mine directly to the receiver with no mount, however, i have flip up rear and front sights. this setup works great for me.

note gitmo gear tshirt

[Ljunatic]

So why not just mount it directly to the receiver??

I want to be able to remove it for gun cleaning without worrying that chemicals will damage the electronics and for transport while still having an accurate sight without constant re-zeroing. The GG&G Acucam also has a much improved system for retaining the sight without it coming loose and falling off.(IT HAPPENS)
I can use the EOTech on different weapons easily.
I also want to be able to swap it out for a scope on a Larue SPR scope mount (that also has a quick disconnect feature)sometime in the future when I have the money for a decent scope.

some mounts lower the front sight in the EOTech window, but the Accucam is just a quick disconnect mount

[hokieglock]

Originally posted by Ljunatic
So why not just mount it directly to the receiver??

I want to be able to remove it for gun cleaning without worrying that chemicals will damage the electronics and for transport while still having an accurate sight without constant re-zeroing. The GG&G Acucam also has a much improved system for retaining the sight without it coming loose and falling off.(IT HAPPENS)
I can use the EOTech on different weapons easily.
I also want to be able to swap it out for a scope on a Larue SPR scope mount (that also has a quick disconnect feature)sometime in the future when I have the money for a decent scope.

some mounts lower the front sight in the EOTech window, but the Accucam is just a quick disconnect mount

gotcha, i might go for one of those myself.

[Sierra]

My Eotech is mounted on the Accucam also. It can be mounted directly but there are times when you might want to take it off. With the Accucam it holds the zero.

Hokieglock - move your nose up to just touch the charging handle. That will insure a consistent cheek weld and your accuracy should improve considerably.

[hokieglock]

Originally posted by Sierra
My Eotech is mounted on the Accucam also. It can be mounted directly but there are times when you might want to take it off. With the Accucam it holds the zero.

Hokieglock - move your nose up to just touch the charging handle. That will insure a consistent cheek weld and your accuracy should improve considerably.

rog, will try, i welcome constructive criticism.

[Sierra]

Hokieglock - Could you make the case for your vertical forward grip? I have been looking for an excuse to get one.

[dsg2003gt]

Originally posted by Sierra
Hokieglock - Could you make the case for your vertical forward grip? I have been looking for an excuse to get one.

ill help, makes holding the gun easier.

[hokieglock]

Originally posted by Sierra
Hokieglock - Could you make the case for your vertical forward grip? I have been looking for an excuse to get one.

yep, will never be without one now. holds 2 AA batteries also.

[Michigun]

Originally posted by TheBadGuy
So why not just mount it directly to the receiver??

Main reason is to get the irons co-witnessed in the lower portion of the optics window… less cluttered/better view.

Originally posted by TheBadGuy
Why worry about taking the sight off quick with a rear flip up/co-witness.

If ya can't see the front sight through the dead optic's window(s) due to obstructions like fog, mud, snow, broken glass & etc. you'll want to be able to remove the whole sight quickly. The fog thing is what is most likely to get me & probably the most others... take your EOTech, Aimpoint & etc. from a nice AC'ed house out into some hot & humid weather & you're gonna fog up the glass... do the reverse of that & you'll get fogging as well.

[deltaopwong]

My Eotech is mounted directly on my upper and I've been happy with it..:)