Burris Fastfire FYI

[kernel.panic]

Hey all.

Just wanted to pass along a first impression of this nice Red Dot Sight.
It's AWESOME!
Small, sturdy and very well constructed.
If you don't know what this sight is, it's much like the Doctor Optic's mini red-dot commonly found as a back-up attached to the ACOG.
I purchased mine from www.natchezss.com being that they have them for $170.00 and most retailers here charge about $250.00. I'd rather support local businesses, but that's too much of a difference.

I only have one issue, and it's really why I'm writing this here just as an FYI.
The cross-bolt that goes into the slot in a weaver rail is way too big [top to bottom] for the rail on top of my TM MP7 (works on the side rail, but I am not attaching it there). The same bolt is too wide for my Tactical Solutions weaver base on my Browning Buckmark as well. I am either going to file the slot to fit this on the buckmark, or...
I may have to buy another airsoft gun...lol.
My wife said that as soon as I sell my house I can buy anything I want...
I love my wife!
Anyone need to buy a house???

[Vince]

http://stores.homestead.com/Laruetactic ... bok?no=114

[azsarge]

I have one in a LaRue mount next to the Big Glass on my AR.

I like it alot.  Works well, has sealed wiring and board, sturdy construction, and the switch is a nice addition compared to other mini red dots like the JPoint, Docter, etc.

And, while cost is not a factor in which AR parts I choose, it IS the least expensive of the pack.

I got mine from LaRue.

If you're having mount issues, try the IronDot base like Vince suggested.

[kernel.panic]

I just really wanted to give others the heads up that if they buy it they may not get it to fit easily.

it's an inexpensive high quality sight and I would think it would be more popular than it is for the money. spending $150 on a mount doesn't seem to practical for a $170 sight though. I can either file the mount on my buckmark wider or if it doesn't fit my new airsoft rifle (thinking about an AK), I can file it too... May be just that the mounts I have are out of spec. Looks like they shaved some height off the top rail of the TM MP7 which is the only prob with that one.

[Seedy]

I don't own that sight but I just ordered a Burris Fullfield II 3x9 and am hoping its gonna be up to snuff. from what I hear they make pretty good stuff so I'm not too worried about it.
next I'll need a Larue QD scope mount which is gonna cost more than than the stinkin scope...  :?

[azsarge]

If your mount cost more than the scope, get better glass.

I damn near spent more on my optics than I did on my rifle, which wasn't cheap.

Just be thankful you aren't putting glass on a McMillan .50. :?

Whatever you do, DO NOT file your mount unless you know what you're doing.  The least you can do is have it machined.  I will say the Pic mount that comes with the fastfire is a bit cheesy, but I didn't worry about that since it was going on a LaRue setup.

Another plus with the LaRue Iron Dot mount for the Fastfire is that it incorporates LaRues badass throw lever so you won't lose your zero.  With a thumbscrew crossbolt, good luck.

[Seedy]

I just didn't feel like spending that much on a scope right now. maybe one day I'll get a Mark IV but for now the Burris should be fine.
I've heard that a lot too about people spending more on their optics than their rifle but thats just how it goes I guess if you want the good stuff.