Can this optic be mounted on a 20 gauge shotgun or will the recoil mess things up?
778374
Shot guns have more of a push then a sharp recoil. You should be mounting this on your shotgun.
778375
This scope is calibrated for 223 rifle rounds. You would be better off looking for scope that is designed more specifically for a shotgun like the Nikon Shotgun Hunter.
778376
Recoil shouldn't be an issue, I swapped it on a 30-06 and it worked fine...I might be concerned about the eye relief if it were mounted too close to the stock on the shotgun though.
778377
Not sure whether it would mess it up or not but I have mounted Bushnell scopes on 12 ga. Rem 870 without any problems. You might check out the Leupold and Nikon Shotgun scopes with BDC. I have the Leupold on a bolt action Savage 20 ga and it is very accurate. They are in the same price range of this scope.
1929640
I have the scope on a 22, I would worry about how well it would handle the recoil. But for the money it's worth a shot
931643
I have it mounted on a AR so the recoil isn't as bad as a shotgun. I did drop a couple fimes already and it still worked. For $25 Its ok. I am planning on getting a higher end one eventually but for now it serves it purpose. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful
1464338
Ihave mine on a 12 ga as well, it hasnt exploded or anything yet, seems to be holding up fine to recoil,the mount is solid and it seems like a stout design, overall.
2140246
Yes I have mine mounted on a mini 30 Picatinny and it can handle that recoil no problem. Great scope.
637503
Yes I believe so. All the videos I watched in prep for purchase of this showed people purposely dropping it from good heights onto the optic and purposely trying to damage the piece. They would then pick it up and it held zero. So my answer is haven't tried in a shotgun but it has held on my rifle which has over 150 rounds of 223 thus far.
1222524
You should not see an issue with the mounting. Remember to locate the eotech as far forward on the upper reciever as possible. This will help with the site picture and situational awareness. You may have a slight learning curve with this sight as you should shoot with both eyes open. The holograph will be off slightly if you close one eye. If you prefer to use a dominant eye then zero it in with one eye. I have set mine over a year ago and have not touched it. Hold zero really well.
962578
You need a rail to mount it to - it mounts like any other optic to a rifle or pistol as long as you have a rail on your firearm. I think it will work better on a rifle or shotgun than a pistol since the image is far away from your eye with a pistol.
1934289
I wouldn't get it. On a shotgun, it will break the whole top bezel off. I would recommend going with surefire flashlights for your shotgun. Recoil will break it for sure. And for a shotgun, I would recommend a more of floodlight with a little throw. streamlight tac. Is for throw. Long range. Hope that helps.
2073522
Can't remember what type of rail/mounts/base Mossberg shotgun has? Either way this red dot scope is meant for airsoft, so recoil from any firearm may damage scope. But as it was cheap go ahead amd us it knowng that it might break.
2176782
I'm not sure. It all depends on your eye sight. I would say no because you gun will put the scope to far forward. But if you get a raised mount that lets you bring the scope up and closer to you. It will work fine
854277
no idea, I put mine on an AR platform with significantly less recoil. Works awesome for me out to 250 yards or so
1085543
I have mine rail mounted on my 20 gauge pump. It holds up fine. It should work fine for you.
1158168
Not a good choice. I bought a stock that has a internal spring system. Firm enough to steady the shot but does relieve the recoil. I have it on an AK-47, but I think it would be more effective for a shotgun. Not cheap. Over $100 but not cheaply made.
1201967
Dan not sure what you are asking. Mine is mounted on an AR. Have no issues with it. Great alternative to an expensive EOTECH.
157297
judyd march10,2013 this sight will absolutely withstand recoil of 12ga.shotgun if mounted on gun receiver. dont mount on barrel of any gun as vibration will quickly destroy it.
933925
If u can mount it...yes. Should be able to handle recoil without a problem. I've used it on my 338 win mag and no problem there at all.