https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMFA_n1EtiE
(https://i.imgur.com/neoAWIQ.jpg)
Ah, so you are Mick from over on the other SKS boards. I thought that was you, lol.
You know, I am a firm believer in "if it works well for you then it works, period". I also am a firm believer in "what works for one person is not necessarily another person's cup of tea".
Having said that, which I hadn't commented on the other boards, is my main issue with this set up is that the SKS if front heavy enough without adding another pound to it out on the front of the rifle. My own opinion, naturally.
Glad it works for you.
Okay, I most likely will not go that route but, who sells those mounts and were can they be purchased?
SKS rifle is just fine the way it was designed, this is a form of BUBBA
Quote from: astronut on September 13, 2020, 03:56:46 PM
Okay, I most likely will not go that route but, who sells those mounts and were can they be purchased?
It's just a barrel mount 2-3 groove pic rail with a Bushnell TR-25 clone on it. Ebay are Us.
Quote from: Greatguns on September 13, 2020, 03:37:40 PM
Having said that, which I hadn't commented on the other boards, is my main issue with this set up is that the SKS if front heavy enough without adding another pound to it out on the front of the rifle. My own opinion, naturally.
3.7 ounces :)
Quote from: astronut on September 13, 2020, 03:56:46 PM
Okay, I most likely will not go that route but, who sells those mounts and were can they be purchased?
Amazon and many other places.
https://www.amazon.ca/ACEXIER-Adjustable-Universal-Picatinny-Flashlight/dp/B08DQRGC9C/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=31O2REJB79MEG&dchild=1&keywords=barrel+picatinny+mount&qid=1598554445&sprefix=barrel+piatinny+%2Caps%2C265&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFSWkJDUVM3UUhWRFcmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0MjIzNDhQVjhFTTNUUUVUNDEmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDg0NjQwM1NTVkU1VTdHTUlBUSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
Quote from: owenj492 on September 13, 2020, 04:06:47 PM
SKS rifle is just fine the way it was designed, this is a form of BUBBA
The rifle is not altered at all, it can still be used exactly as it was designed.
Quote from: Greatguns on September 13, 2020, 04:09:47 PM
Quote from: astronut on September 13, 2020, 03:56:46 PM
Okay, I most likely will not go that route but, who sells those mounts and were can they be purchased?
It's just a barrel mount 2-3 groove pic rail with a Bushnell TR-25 clone on it. Ebay are Us.
That's all it is... The red dot and the mount in the video came from Aliexpress, under $30 US for both including shipping. $22.22 USD actually :)
kind of ugly on it, but thanks for sharing and taking the time to show us another option.
Quote from: carls sks on September 13, 2020, 04:52:54 PM
kind of ugly on it, but thanks for sharing and taking the time to show us another option.
The red dot looks exactly the same no matter where you stick it.
You are welcome ;)
I likely wouldn't add this to a really nice SKS, but for a beater truck gun/tactical teddy rifle.....Why not?
Dots definitely have their place, even with crusty old bastiges like me that maintain that milsurps should be kept stock at all times.
Quote from: Larry D. on September 14, 2020, 01:53:06 AM
I likely wouldn't add this to a really nice SKS, but for a beater truck gun/tactical teddy rifle.....Why not?
Dots definitely have their place, even with crusty old bastiges like me that maintain that milsurps should be kept stock at all times.
It's especially suited to a really nice SKS as there are no modifications and all the stock features work as intended.
I don't know, Cupid.
I'd be worried about scratching the rifle, or about rust forming under the mount.
I can be a bit obsessive about that type of thing.
That is why we have the AR platform to use that on, an original 50 or more year old firearm doesn't need this, it is like putting a jet engine on a horse drawn carriage.
Quote from: owenj492 on September 14, 2020, 02:10:31 PM
That is why we have the AR platform to use that on, an original 50 or more year old firearm doesn't need this, it is like putting a jet engine on a horse drawn carriage.
Aw, come on Owen, don't exaggerate. It's only like putting a turbo'd V-8 on a horse drawn carriage. rofl rofl
Quote from: Larry D. on September 14, 2020, 01:54:52 PM
I don't know, Cupid.
I'd be worried about scratching the rifle, or about rust forming under the mount.
I can be a bit obsessive about that type of thing.
I pad the sight base to avoid any scratches.
It works well on other rifles too.
(https://i.imgur.com/znxRtQV.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/2amtYvB.jpg)
Quote from: owenj492 on September 14, 2020, 02:10:31 PM
That is why we have the AR platform to use that on, an original 50 or more year old firearm doesn't need this, it is like putting a jet engine on a horse drawn carriage.
50 or 100 years old makes no difference, my 1908 Mauser could not care less, me neither. :)
The mount and the red dot are personally of no interest, as I like the iron sights on my SKSs, Mausers, etc. I just like them to look and shoot the way they were historically used, and to me a red dot looks completely out of place on these rifles, like sidewinder missiles on a Sopwith Camel. Having it hung out on the end of the barrel like a harmonic dampener weight just doubles down on the out of place appearance :))
But to each their own. If it is reversible and doesn't harm the finish, do what you like. :)
Quote from: Phosphorus32 on September 14, 2020, 03:00:26 PM
The mount and the red dot are personally of no interest, as I like the iron sights on my SKSs, Mausers, etc. I just like them to look and shoot the way they were historically used, and to me a red dot looks completely out of place on these rifles, like sidewinder missiles on a Sopwith Camel. Having it hung out on the end of the barrel like a harmonic dampener weight just doubles down on the out of place appearance :))
But to each their own. If it is reversible and doesn't harm the finish, do what you like. :)
With 65 year old eyes being able to shoot with both eyes open makes all the difference, and my rifles don't give a damn. I care about what works, what others think does not matter in the slightest. :)
Quote from: Cupid on September 14, 2020, 03:15:51 PM
Quote from: Phosphorus32 on September 14, 2020, 03:00:26 PM
But to each their own. If it is reversible and doesn't harm the finish, do what you like. :)
With 65 year old eyes being able to shoot with both eyes open makes all the difference, and my rifles don't give a damn. I care about what works, what others think does not matter in the slightest. :)
Agreed. Enjoy :)
I have to admit that sidewinders on a Sopwith Camel AND a turbo'ed carriage both sound kinda cool.
Like Hot Wheels cars kinda cool. Seriously, I can visualize it.
As for the dots - use them, don't use them, it's not that deep. I have a few around here, but they're on newer platforms.
Just get out and shoot!
Quote from: Phosphorus32 on September 14, 2020, 03:00:26 PM
The mount and the red dot are personally of no interest, as I like the iron sights on my SKSs, Mausers, etc. I just like them to look and shoot the way they were historically used, and to me a red dot looks completely out of place on these rifles, like sidewinder missiles on a Sopwith Camel. Having it hung out on the end of the barrel like a harmonic dampener weight just doubles down on the out of place appearance :))
But to each their own. If it is reversible and doesn't harm the finish, do what you like. :)
rofl rofl rofl rofl
That's pure gold.
Do you use dirt cheap red dots? I would think they wouldn't last long at the end of the barrel like that. I use scout mounted scopes/red dots on SKSs, and it does look a bit strange, but with my vision and the current state of correcting it, it's a heck of a lot easier than irons....and easier than a traditionally placed scope even.
This is certainly a very expensive and complicated system...
My advice for a cheap red dot sight is as follows.
1) buy a red sharpie.. rofl
Quote from: Justin Hell on September 14, 2020, 09:34:01 PM
Quote from: Phosphorus32 on September 14, 2020, 03:00:26 PM
The mount and the red dot are personally of no interest, as I like the iron sights on my SKSs, Mausers, etc. I just like them to look and shoot the way they were historically used, and to me a red dot looks completely out of place on these rifles, like sidewinder missiles on a Sopwith Camel. Having it hung out on the end of the barrel like a harmonic dampener weight just doubles down on the out of place appearance :))
But to each their own. If it is reversible and doesn't harm the finish, do what you like. :)
rofl rofl rofl rofl
That's pure gold.
Do you use dirt cheap red dots? I would think they wouldn't last long at the end of the barrel like that. I use scout mounted scopes/red dots on SKSs, and it does look a bit strange, but with my vision and the current state of correcting it, it's a heck of a lot easier than irons....and easier than a traditionally placed scope even.
;) I didn't mean to be a d*** with the Sopwith Camel comment, just mildly amusing didnt do :))
My extremely myopic astigmatic eyes definitely appreciate a good scope, red dot or reflex sight, but my purist side won't allow me to put them on my milsurps. I'll reserve them for my AR, PSL, Tavor, etc.
Quote from: Justin Hell on September 14, 2020, 09:34:01 PM
Quote from: Phosphorus32 on September 14, 2020, 03:00:26 PM
The mount and the red dot are personally of no interest, as I like the iron sights on my SKSs, Mausers, etc. I just like them to look and shoot the way they were historically used, and to me a red dot looks completely out of place on these rifles, like sidewinder missiles on a Sopwith Camel. Having it hung out on the end of the barrel like a harmonic dampener weight just doubles down on the out of place appearance :))
But to each their own. If it is reversible and doesn't harm the finish, do what you like. :)
rofl rofl rofl rofl
That's pure gold.
Do you use dirt cheap red dots? I would think they wouldn't last long at the end of the barrel like that. I use scout mounted scopes/red dots on SKSs, and it does look a bit strange, but with my vision and the current state of correcting it, it's a heck of a lot easier than irons....and easier than a traditionally placed scope even.
The cheapest red dot available. About 1000 rounds later and still going strong. :)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMFA_n1EtiE&t=2s