Question about DSA scope mount return to zero...

EMSflyer · August 29, 2011, 12:08

So when you remove/replace your DSA mount with the optic mounted how close does it return to zero?

In my case I'm using an Aimpoint M2, 4 moa.

I took the mount off because I've decided to run my para with irons only
most of the time. It just feels better that way.

However if I go pig hunting when it cools off I'd like to use the Aimpoint
and I might not have time to go to the range and re-zero, so I was curious
as to how much shift in zero I could expect.

I'm guessing that since I'm using a 4moa dot I won't know the difference and it will still be close enough inside 100 yds or so.

Thanks in advance,

EMSflyer

a_number_1_bo · August 29, 2011, 15:40

Sorry to sidestep your threaad a bit, but I've been meaning to ask.

Does the DSA mount not clear the irons when installed.?

EMSflyer · August 29, 2011, 16:22

Yes you can use the iron sights without an optic mounted while the DSA mount is in place.

a_number_1_bo · August 29, 2011, 17:38

Cool, I was hoping it would, thanks.

**sandnyerface** · August 29, 2011, 22:19

I've taken my DSA mount off and reinstalled again with little loss of zero at 100 yds. I use an EOTech w/ 1 moa center. I would think you should be good with 4 moa. Just my personal experience.

EMSflyer · August 30, 2011, 12:27

Thanks sir !!

**2Adefender** · August 31, 2011, 20:04

EMSflyer, why remove the scope mount? I have one on my para and I just leave it on. It's not that hard to clean the rifle with the mount in place.

Just wondering.

jbrooks · August 31, 2011, 22:00

My DSA mount goes back on with no change of zero. If you use the same tightening sequence every time, criss-crossing like you would tighten a car tire. A little at a time. Make sure all the locking plates are securely in the grooves before tightening, else they WILL break.

I convert between standard and para and do like the handling of the para without the DSA mount, it just feels better. But overall, I just leave it on and remove the para tab from the mount when I convert to standard.

About once every few years I remove the mount for a thorough cleaning, but it's not really necessary.

Until you make sure of your own mount, it's beat to verify the return to zero yourself.

JWB

**J. Armstrong** · August 31, 2011, 22:25

Quote:

Originally posted by 2Adefender
EMSflyer, why remove the scope mount? I have one on my para and I just leave it on. It's not that hard to clean the rifle with the mount in place.

Just wondering.

Thank you - at last, somebody else who does it the smart ( or maybe lazy

way !!!

That said, I agree that FALs feel much better without the mount - the dang DSA may be rock solid, but it is WAAAAAY heavy, IMHO.

I've been successfully using two of the scarce Grenadier Precision mounts which are much lighter - however, my feeling is it should be limited to pretty light optics, as the mount is aluminum and does not get extra support by telescoping the receiver rails on the exterior .

**sandnyerface** · September 01, 2011, 11:35

Quote:

Originally posted by J. Armstrong

Thank you - at last, somebody else who does it the smart ( or maybe lazy way !!!

That said, I agree that FALs feel much better without the mount - the dang DSA may be rock solid, but it is WAAAAAY heavy, IMHO.

I've been successfully using two of the scarce Grenadier Precision mounts which are much lighter - however, my feeling is it should be limited to pretty light optics, as the mount is aluminum and does not get extra support by telescoping the receiver rails on the exterior .

Don't get me wrong. I've only removed the mount once and only once to change out one of the plates. Other than that, it never gets taken off.

**2Adefender** · September 03, 2011, 21:05

Quote:

Originally posted by J. Armstrong

Thank you - at last, somebody else who does it the smart ( or maybe lazy way !!!

That said, I agree that FALs feel much better without the mount - the dang DSA may be rock solid, but it is WAAAAAY heavy, IMHO.

I've been successfully using two of the scarce Grenadier Precision mounts which are much lighter - however, my feeling is it should be limited to pretty light optics, as the mount is aluminum and does not get extra support by telescoping the receiver rails on the exterior .

I agree the DSA mount is heavy and would love to find a lighter one.

Any suggestions?

August 29, 2011, 12:08	#1
EMSflyer Registered FALaholic #: 2936 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Texas Posts: 763	Question about DSA scope mount return to zero... So when you remove/replace your DSA mount with the optic mounted how close does it return to zero? In my case I'm using an Aimpoint M2, 4 moa. I took the mount off because I've decided to run my para with irons only most of the time. It just feels better that way. However if I go pig hunting when it cools off I'd like to use the Aimpoint and I might not have time to go to the range and re-zero, so I was curious as to how much shift in zero I could expect. I'm guessing that since I'm using a 4moa dot I won't know the difference and it will still be close enough inside 100 yds or so. Thanks in advance, EMSflyer

August 31, 2011, 20:04	#7
2Adefender More ammo please Contributor FALaholic #: 62519 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Georgia Posts: 181	EMSflyer, why remove the scope mount? I have one on my para and I just leave it on. It's not that hard to clean the rifle with the mount in place. Just wondering. __________________ Jon

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August 29, 2011, 15:40	#2
a_number_1_bo Registered FALaholic #: 35707 Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 17	Sorry to sidestep your threaad a bit, but I've been meaning to ask. Does the DSA mount not clear the irons when installed.?

August 29, 2011, 16:22	#3
EMSflyer Registered FALaholic #: 2936 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Texas Posts: 763	Yes you can use the iron sights without an optic mounted while the DSA mount is in place.

August 29, 2011, 17:38	#4
a_number_1_bo Registered FALaholic #: 35707 Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 17	Cool, I was hoping it would, thanks.

August 29, 2011, 22:19	#5
sandnyerface Member Bronze Contributor FALaholic #: 43184 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Burpelson AFB Posts: 268	I've taken my DSA mount off and reinstalled again with little loss of zero at 100 yds. I use an EOTech w/ 1 moa center. I would think you should be good with 4 moa. Just my personal experience.

August 30, 2011, 12:27	#6
EMSflyer Registered FALaholic #: 2936 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Texas Posts: 763	Thanks sir !!

August 31, 2011, 22:00	#8
jbrooks Registered FALaholic #: 10395 Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 1,621	My DSA mount goes back on with no change of zero. If you use the same tightening sequence every time, criss-crossing like you would tighten a car tire. A little at a time. Make sure all the locking plates are securely in the grooves before tightening, else they WILL break. I convert between standard and para and do like the handling of the para without the DSA mount, it just feels better. But overall, I just leave it on and remove the para tab from the mount when I convert to standard. About once every few years I remove the mount for a thorough cleaning, but it's not really necessary. Until you make sure of your own mount, it's beat to verify the return to zero yourself. JWB