Micro Red Dot Sight Mount for M1A M14 Socom Mini-G

[joelogic]

Introducing the Hopco USA Micro/Mini Reflex Red Dot Sight Mount for the M1, M1a/M14 platform. We are a couple of weeks behind schedule for releasing the product so we wanted to hurry and get it available.

Our design is to mount a micro/mini reflex red dot sight low on the receiver so as to provide a modern "heads up" visual display and at the same time retain some of the traditional looks of the platform. Care was exercised so that the receiver was not stressed nor modified. Transition from using the iron sights is minimal as it does not require the addition of a cheek riser. Target acquisition is now substantially faster.

By utilizing the rear sight pocket of the M14 receiver we were able to achieve an extremely secure low profile. Installation can be accomplished with a screwdriver and the included hex keys. The gun's original aesthetics are retained by using the factory Windage and Elevation knobs. The increase in weight is approximately the weight of the red dot sight because the Hopco USA aluminum mount replaces the iron sight's steel mechanisms.

Some of the early testing of the Hopco USA mount in "White".
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Hopco USA MRD Mount in “White” with a Leupold DeltaPoint.
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We have developed three micro reflex red dot sight mounts for the M1, M1a/M14 platform.

HT01, accommodates the;
Burris Fastfire II Reflex Sight,
Primary Arms Micro Reflex Sight,
Insight Technology MRD,
Docter Optic Reflex Sight.

HS01, accommodates the;
Leupold Deltapoint Reflex Sight,
JPoint Micro Electronic Reflex Sight,
Tasco Optima 2000,
C-MORE STS (With Modification).

HS02, accommodates the;
Trijicon RMR (Ruggedized Miniature Reflex)

Hopco USA MRD Mount on a Garand with the Burris Fastfire II
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Hopco USA MRD Mount on a M1A with a Docter Optic
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Testing the Docter Optic for 400 rounds in one session.
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Introductory Price: $99
USPS Flat Rate Priority Shipping $5
California Residents add 8.5%

To order: email us at [email protected], please indicate what red dot you will be using.
We accept Money Orders or Checks.

[Sea3006]

Crazy, I was looking for that today. I would like a reflex scope for my Mini-g for hog hunting with dogs. Only thing I can come up with is the offset b-square mount, or (what I really do not like) is the picatinny mount like the below.

http://www.armoryblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/m1-garand-scope-mount-2.jpg

[timshufflin]

I've aimed the site mentioned above, have not shot it, and it sure feels good to the eye and cheek. Very clean mounting system.

[joelogic]

Thanks for the positive words. We are getting very close to having this ready for market and we are hoping to announce its availability next week. The first mount will accept the: Burris Fastfire II Reflex Sight, Primary Arms Micro Reflex Sight, Insight Technology MRD, Docter Optic Reflex Sight

[HighAngleHell]

Put me down for one.

[joelogic]

I will keep you posted. Do you have a reflex sight already?

[HighAngleHell]

I will keep you posted. Do you have a reflex sight already?

Yes,Fastfire 2

[HighAngleHell]

I've aimed the site mentioned above, have not shot it, and it sure feels good to the eye and cheek. Very clean mounting system.


Tim,I am going to pick one of these up as a light weight option but it seems one of the trade offs is if the red dot dies then thats that. When you were playing with it do you think it could be used as a make shift "ghost sight" if it died? Maybe put a whie line on the back of the sight to have a centering point?

[timshufflin]

Highangelhell, it has now been a while since I used it and I really have forgotten if that would be a possibility but I'm guess it would be. Only one way to find out!

Which red dot do you guys recommend?

[joelogic]

Just a couple examples of what it would look like if you were to use the aperture as a ghost ring.
Deltapoint with a modified HK front sight.
http://i332.photobucket.com/albums/m353/joelogic/Hopco%20USA/IMG_5799.jpg

The Jpoint has a notch cut out of it that can be used as a rear notch sight.
http://i332.photobucket.com/albums/m353/joelogic/Hopco%20USA/IMG_5732.jpg

[HighAngleHell]

Can I see an example like these pics with a fast fire 2?

[joelogic]

I will try and take a good picture for you.

[joelogic]

Doing some product testing at an Alpha Dog Tactical Carbine I class.

Failure Drill.

The 1-5 Drill.
Three targets, 1 shot on the first target, 2 shots on the second target, 3 on the third, swinging back, 4 on the 4th, and 5 on the 5th. Get drill to practice and speed up transition times.

Transition Drill. 5 targets and 5 rounds in the rifle and pistol. Shot two shots per target until it runs dry, transition to pistol, shot two shots per target until it runs dry. Reload rifle and pistol and repeat. (Pistol Portion has been removed).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emIKTgBIMRQ

[mike68]

Intersting concept. However, since I plan on using my Mini G for "serious social purposes", I want the ability to use the iron sights that came with it. I'll stick with my Fulton Armory Scout scope for now since it allows me to take off my Eotech if it craps out.

The above is not a "slam" on your product, just my observations.

[joelogic]

You could always remove the sight/mount and reinstall the rear iron as long as you remembered the right amount of clicks.

We have received some very positive feedback from people using our mount so far and it has been really encouraging.

[LEAD POISON]

AND....... Drum roll please. HOW MUCH WAMPUM?

[joelogic]

$99 plus tax if in CA and flat rate $5 shipping. There is a mount for most popular micro red dots. From the entry level Primary Arms to the Trijicon RMR. Shoot me an email if you have any specific questions. [email protected]

[joelogic]

One of our customers testing the Hopco USA MRD mount with a FastFire.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uUv4UJJjSo

[buckshot85]

for anyone with practical experience with any of these reflex optics, which dot size for which type of shooting? have any of you got one of these new mounts for an M1 Garand and tried it yet? i'm seriously thinking about this for my new G and would appreciate your opinion.

[buckshot85]

hello???? i know some of you guys have used these. what is your input on dot size and use for hunting? pretty please!

[joelogic]

I know my input may be a little biased but I have been shooting the mount and one MRD or another at least twice a month for the last 6 months without any problems at my local action matches. I would not recommend anything larger than 4 MOA for the dot. With a 4 MOA dot you should be able hammer C zone steel plates at 200 yards all day.

[buckshot85]

I know my input may be a little biased but I have been shooting the mount and one MRD or another at least twice a month for the last 6 months without any problems at my local action matches. I would not recommend anything larger than 4 MOA for the dot. With a 4 MOA dot you should be able hammer C zone steel plates at 200 yards all day.

thank you!, Mike

[dross]

Are these actually available for purchase now? Has anyone used one?

[joelogic]

From a customer, " I received it Saturday and got it mounted and out to the range by Sunday. What a blast! It makes my Shuff's Mini-G Garand the perfect brush gun."
http://i332.photobucket.com/albums/m353/joelogic/Hopco%20USA/ffiii_mini_g_hopco_zps4d33564e.jpg (http://s332.photobucket.com/user/joelogic/media/Hopco%20USA/ffiii_mini_g_hopco_zps4d33564e.jpg.html)

[dross]

From a customer, " I received it Saturday and got it mounted and out to the range by Sunday. What a blast! It makes my Shuff's Mini-G Garand the perfect brush gun."


How was the accuracy for you?

[joelogic]

I cant speak for the customer but I will ask him. But in my experience people usually shoot a red dot better than irons, given the MOA of the dot of course.

[HerkyBird]

It's been a while since anyone has mentioned these Hopco mounts. Any reviews to share? Trying to decide between this and an ultimak rail for my Mini G.

[Shug]

I have one on my Mini-G with a Trijicon RMR with 3MOA dot. I haven't had it out to the range much, but I like the mount and the system as a whole is limited in accuracy by my ability. The downside is you lose your irons as backup. I use an Ultimak on a full-length Garand with a Leupold Scout Scope, and it's a nice set up, although the eye relief length limits your optic choices to those with long eye relief.

I have a second Ultimak to mount on the Mini-G, but haven't had time to play around with a replacement retention mechanism (the standard straps for the Ultimak won't work with an unmodified oprod and standard Garand gas cylinder). In other words, unless you had Tim machine your oprod and Ultimak straps, or went to a BM59-style gas cylinder with straight oprod, the Ultimak won't fit a Mini-G without interfering with oprod motion.

Several hundred rounds later, the Hopco mount has not worked its way loose or needed further adjustment.

[peterpilot379]

FYI...I just emailed Hopco with a question as I wanted to know if the HT01 mount would support the Burris Fastfire III. Answer is yes. It will support the II and the III. I was also informed they are running a 20% sale right now. That puts their mounts at $79.20 plus $5 shipping.

[timshufflin]

That's a pretty nice deal to hear about.