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Offset Optic Mount - Offset Plate, Holoson 509t For 1.5'''' To 1.8'''' Scope Mount
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SKU: 430104529
Overview
This modular offset mount is designed for AR15 rifles and gives the shooter a choice of 35 or 45 degree red dot placement without needing extra components. The 35 degree setting places the optic closer to slimmer scopes, while the 45 degree setting adds clearance for wider turrets or larger magnified optics. When the rifle is canted to use the offset sight, the optic stays centered over the bore and maintains a lower 1/3 co-witness height. It is a practical setup for hunters and shooters who want a streamlined transition option on a top Picatinny rail.
Why Hunters Choose the Arisaka Defense
Modular Design
Lets you choose 35 or
35 Degree
Position places the red dot
45 Degree
Position adds clearance around wider
Attaches Top
Picatinny rail of an AR15
Maintains Lower
1/3 co-witness height when the
Key Features
- Modular offset optic mount for a red dot sight.
- Selects either 35-degree or 45-degree offset position.
- 35-degree setting sits closer to slimmer, smaller scopes.
- 45-degree setting adds clearance around wider turrets or larger scopes.
- Attaches to the top Picatinny rail of an AR15 rifle.
- Maintains lower 1/3 co-witness height when the rifle is canted.
Best Used For
- AR-15 users mounting a red dot sight alongside a smaller scope on the top Picatinny rail.
- Shooters needing a 35-degree offset position for closer placement around slimmer optics.
- Users wanting a 45-degree offset position for extra clearance around wider turrets or larger scopes.
- Hunters or rifle users who prefer a canted backup sighting option with lower 1/3 co-witness height.
Specifications
| Co Witness Height | Lower 1/3 |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Holoson 509t |
| Mount Type | Offset optic mount |
| Offset Positions | 35 degree; 45 degree |
| Patent Pending | Yes |
| Platform | AR15 rifle |
| Rail Interface | Top Picatinny rail |
| Scope Mount Range | 1.5'''' to 1.8'''' |
Pros
- Modular design lets you choose 35 or 45 degree offset without extra components.
- 35 degree position places the red dot closer to slimmer, smaller scopes.
- 45 degree position adds clearance around wider turrets and larger magnified scopes.
- Attaches to the top Picatinny rail of an AR15 rifle.
- Maintains a lower 1/3 co-witness height when the rifle is canted.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Offers a choice of 35 or 45 degree offset positions, so the setup needs to be matched to the scope size and turret clearance you’re working around.
- Designed for top Picatinny rail use on an AR15 rifle, so it is platform-specific rather than a universal mounting solution.
- Intended to maintain a lower 1/3 co-witness height when the rifle is canted, which may not suit users looking for a different sight picture.
- The product description does not include all compatibility details for the red dot sight or scope setup, so fit should be verified before purchase.
Suggested Comparisons
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Frequently Asked Questions
What mounting positions does this offset optic mount support?
It allows the user to select either a 35-degree or 45-degree offset position for a red dot sight without needing additional components.
What is this mount designed to attach to?
The mount is designed to attach to the top Picatinny rail of an AR15 rifle.
When would I choose the 35-degree position versus the 45-degree position?
The 35-degree position brings the red dot sight closer to slimmer, smaller scopes. The 45-degree position provides additional clearance around wider turrets or larger, higher-magnification scopes.
Does this mount keep the optic centered when the rifle is canted?
Yes. The product description states that when the rifle is canted to use the offset red dot sight, the optic remains centered over the bore and maintains a lower 1/3 co-witness height.
Is this mount sold as a complete optic setup?
No. Based on the provided description, this is an offset optic mount/base for a red dot sight. The source does not list included optic models or any additional components.