4 Best Scope Mount For Primary Arms 1-6
Referenced Primary Arms
Scope Mounts For PA 1-6X
Vortex Cantilever 30mm Mount - Best Overall
Why pick Vortex brand scope mount - Vortex scopes are top notch, and their 30mm scope mounts are great picks for a low cost Primary Arms 1-6X LPVO.
Snag Free - No knob, lever or screw sticking out to catch on things like rifle sling
2" or 3" Offset - Extend 2" forward or 3" forward helps with eye relief distance based on your preference
Locks In Tight - Built in recoil lug secures the optic on any M1913 top rail to retain zero
Weight: 6.7 oz Aluminum
Screw Type: Torx 15
Torque Spec:
- Base Clamp: 20 in/lbs
- Ring Screws: 18 in/lbs
Pros
- Very streamlined mount design
- Doesn't interact with left or right hand bolt action
- Doesn't interfere receiver charging handle operation (like SCAR 16)
Cons
- Need tool to remove
Geissele Super Precision Mount - Best Precision
Why pick Geissele brand scope mount - Geissele Super Precision scope mounts are US military SOPMOD certified mount used throughout US Special Operations for 1-6X LPVO. This is a high precision one piece scope mount with matching scope ring for full scope surface contact to hold zero.
Retains Zero - Mount and demount the optic. Drop the rifle and still retain zero (Assume proper mount, intact top rail & good scope quality)
Locks In Tight - Built in recoil lug secures the optic on any M1913 top rail to retain zero
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Weight: 7.1 oz 7075 T6 aluminum
Screw Type: Keeper Nut
Torque Spec:
- Base Clamp: 72 in/lbs
- Ring Screws: 15-18 in/lbs
Pros
- Very tight mount tension
- Rock solid 7075 T6 construction
- High confidence return to zero
- Hold scope tight on high recoil rifle
Cons
- Keeper nuts stick out (May interfere with charging handle operation)
- Non reversible
LaRue Tactical QD LT135 - Best QD Mount
Why pick Geissele brand scope mount - Geissele Super Precision scope mounts are US military SOPMOD certified mount used throughout US Special Operations. This is a high precision one piece scope mount with matching scope ring for full scope surface contact to hold zero.
QD Lever - Remove the scope mount in the field without tools
1.93" Height - Sits tall on AR15 type cheekweld positions for most shooters
Good Alignment - Vertically split mount configuration aligns the PA 1-6X better
Locks In Tight - Built in recoil lugs to fit tight in between rail slot to prevent shift during recoil
Weight: 11.9 oz 7075 T6 aluminum
Torque Spec:
- Base Clamp: Hand tight
- Ring Screws: 15-18 in/lbs
Pros
- Very tight mount tension
- Rock solid 7075 T6 construction
- Hold scope tight on high recoil rifle
Cons
- Keeper nuts stick out (May interfere with charging handle operation)
- Non reversible
- Heavier than others
Burris PEPR Mount - Best For The Money
Why pick Burris brand scope mount - This is the best for the money 30mm scope mount for the PA 1-6X without spending expensive money. This is a great 30mm scope mount for new shooters.
QD Lever - Remove the scope mount in the field without tools like the LaRue Tactical mount
Locks In Tight - Retains zero well for Primary Arms 1-6X scope
Weight: 8.7 oz
Torque Spec:
- Base Clamp: 65 in/lbs
- Ring Screws: 20 in/lbs
Pros
- Very affordable for beginner shooters
- Beefy body
- Holds zero
Cons
- QD levers slip a little
- Total 12 scope rings to secure (chance for over torque)
- No recoil lug
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