Rem 870 utilizing bead AND red dot

jambulo · Post by **jambulo** » Sun Mar 03, 2013 3:37 pm

I bought an inexpensive sight as more of a test to see if iI want to use a dot sight or some iron sights. I didn't want to test this using a $300 sight. I'm still not sure which direction I'm going to take.

rythomas0704 · Post by **rythomas0704** » Sun Mar 03, 2013 5:21 pm

jambulo wrote:I bought an inexpensive sight as more of a test to see if iI want to use a dot sight or some iron sights. I didn't want to test this using a $300 sight. I'm still not sure which direction I'm going to take.

I suppose that is a good idea. But remember that when "testing" with a cheap and unreliable product it could give you wrong impression and bad results ultimately leaving a bad taste in your mouth, so to speak. Regardless, good luck with your decision.

JBall · Post by **JBall** » Thu Apr 04, 2013 8:18 am

nbk13nw wrote:I use a Burris Speedbead along with the supplied mount. This allows me to use the red dot and the bead together.

What do you think of the Burris? I have been looking into it lately...

nbk13nw · Post by **nbk13nw** » Thu Apr 04, 2013 2:15 pm

I have put over 200 rounds thru it and only made one adjustment after 20 rounds. The site stayed where i put it and worked flawlessly so far. Easy to see and easy to adjust as needed.

JBall · Post by **JBall** » Sun Apr 07, 2013 8:45 am

The Burris gets very good reviews. It gets hated on because it is VERY expensive (@249.99) for a product that essentially does what your mounted bead does. Other than that I like the product and would recommend it if you have no budget for your gun and $ is no object. It is a nice feature that they give you risers and the ability to line the speedbead with the bead.

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