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AR MOUNT ONE-HALF INCH PICATINNY RISER - MATTE Reviews & Ratings

Ideal for use with any semi-auto or bolt-action rifle, including AR-15 and AR-10 weapons, that requires additional clearance for accurate sighting and a proper check weld. Mounts to a Picatinny or Weaverstyle rail. Most scope installations require two risers.

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The AR Mount One-Half Inch Picatinny Riser faces significant criticism from users regarding its design and functionality. Many reviews highlight poor fitment and wobbling, leading to distrust in its ability to secure optics effectively. Although a few reviewers found a workaround to achieve a tight fit, most deemed the product unreliable, suggesting it may not live up to the Burris brand's expectations.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Fit and Compatibility

85%

A recurring issue across reviews is the riser's poor fit on Picatinny rails. Many users noted it does not adhere well, leading to wobbling and uncertainty in performance. Reviewers expressed frustration over the design flaws, with an overwhelming majority stating it fails as a reliable optic mount.

Design and Build Quality

70%

Customers criticized the riser's design, particularly the oversized rail cut and screw placement, making it difficult to secure properly without risking damage to the screws. This has led to concerns over the mount's ability to hold zero effectively and portray reliability.

User Experience and Installation

65%

Installation experiences were mixed; while some managed to achieve a secure fit after considerable effort, the general sentiment indicated a frustrating process due to inadequate design. Many reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with the documentation provided for torque specifications.

Customer Service

25%

Despite the product shortcomings, a few reviews mentioned positive experiences with customer service, particularly regarding assistance with installation and product replacement. However, this did not fully mitigate frustrations regarding product quality.

Overall Value

75%

The overall consensus suggests disappointment in value. Many customers felt the product did not meet their expectations, especially given its price point, leading to recommendations against purchasing. Several users expressed a desire for refunds or replacements.

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Good Riser/Perfect Height

I bought 2 of these mounts to install a Red Dot scope on my AR build. You will have to take the screws out completely and move the charging handle back out of the way and slide them on the rail from the rear. These are not traditional 2-piece mounts, they are solid 1-piece construction. I initially snugged them down carefully with the included T-15 Star ended Allen wrench. They would not tighten without some wobble left in them, hence my call to Burris. The Rep. told me that the recommended torque is 45/in.Lbs. but that is generally not enough to snug them down. He told me in their testing that generally over 100/in.Lbs. of torque was needed to tighten sufficiently. He recommended NOT using the included Allen wrench and use a T-15 Star bit screwdriver. I completed the installation and they tightened down quite well. Solid as a rock now. No stripping of the screws. He also told me that if they broke they would replace them no questions asked. The sight height is now perfect for Co-Witnessing through my Red Dot with my Magpul rear flip up sight to the standard A2 front sight.