Nx8 and offset mount vs zero offset

[Peahi2]

Hi folks,

On my CA7 I have mounted an Nx8 1-8 on one of my uppers. The current mount I'm using is a Midwest Industries QD with 1.4 inch offset.

Question: I THINK I would like to use a zero offset mount because I would like to back up my cheek weld a bit. Does this make sense in this AR pistol set up? Or would the geometry be off and be a huge waste of my money (if I get another midwest industries QD it will be another $180+)? I have no problem shooting nose to charging handle, but when I was bench shooting it to zero I felt scrunched up and wanted to extend the brace a little (an SBA4)....and of course I got scope shadow with tight eye relief when magnification was turned up.

I've tried to look up pictures of nx8 set ups on the web and my setup is pretty much set up with what seems to be common. I'm not saying the common setup is the optimum setup, and that's why I'm here asking. I have the mount pushed almost max to the aft, with a backup iron in place. If I am being honest, I would probably be shooting this from the bench mostly, and the rest of the time for HD. Shooting standing offhand the current setup feels fine, so maybe I should leave it be.

[DrewTheBrave]

Hi folks,



I have no problem shooting nose to charging handle, but when I was bench shooting it to zero I felt scrunched up and wanted to extend the brace a little (an SBA4)....and of course I got scope shadow with tight eye relief when magnification was turned up.

You answered your own question. Extend the brace when shooting prone. Shorten it for shooting upright. You have an adjustable brace; use it.

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[Peahi2]

Hi Drew,

The problem is when I extend and move back, I'm out of the eye relief box or window, if you will.

I should have tried to rephrase my question or more clearly stated it. I think my question is has anyone tried a zero offset scope mount on an AR? Did they think it was a mistake or did it work well, etc.

I'm thinking if I have a zero offset scope mount, I can be back a bit on the cheek weld for shooting upright and down on the bench or prone.