Review for Barska 3-12x44 IR Ridgeline Riflescope, Black Matte, P4 IR Reticle AC11376

Author: akholic {!} , Love exceptional firearms and accessories!, from Ann Arbor, MI on Mar 19, 2012
Pros:  Excellent scope if you pitch the rings.
Cons:  None
Would recommend:  yes

akholic wrote:

Bought this scope about 2 years ago. Love the P4 reticle. Nope, the sight doesn't light up, just the very center cross hairs. After reading about the horrible stock rings, I purchased the Burris Extreme Tactical. 6 screws 3 per side. It's nice that you can work with just the center ones and secure your scope without having to torque the corner ones first. I have probably fired over 2000 rounds through my Arsenal AK-47 (SAM-7, Now -13) and no change in "zero". Plus, I have the removeable dovetail sidemount. Pop it on, pop it off, golden and no change in "zero". I think that most people overtighten their rings. Note: Rings are meant to hold the scope in place. DO NOT torque the rings down so there is no gap between the 2 halves...You will "CRUSH" the scope tube...hence..problems! Just snug your rings enough to hold the tube. Gaps between the halves are OK. rings hold the scope. The top and bottom half "DO NOT HAVE TO BE FLUSH!!! Looking to top off my Savage 10 fcp-k 308 with another scope. Read more bad reviews about Barska failing. Still going to order another Barska. Thinking about ordering the 60mm objective 6x24 60mm Swat Extreme. I keep reading about scope failures, but I wonder how much is due to improper ring secure. I'll keep you posted. Else, Love me some Barska Rifle Scopes!