Aero Mount's ?

[Rocky Shot]

New guy here looking for a little advice. Just purchased a Mark 4 1.5x5, until I figure out which rifle to keep it on and replenish the scope fund, it will be going between the AR-15 and AR-10 platforms. I know a lot of guys run a QD like a Larue, which I like the idea of a QD. The .308 is already on the heavy side and with the Aero mount weighing in at just 2.98 oz not to mention the cost savings ($85) I'm thinking it may not be a big deal to carry a wrench.
Does anyone have any experience with the Aero mount's or would the Larue give me anything extra other than the QD. I searched the forum but couldn't find any input on these mounts. Thanks in advance for any advice.

 

[thrusty]

I think you have it figured out already... Weight is an issue and QD is something you can live without. Oh, and you don't mind saving a few bucks....$85 you say.
I too like the idea of a QD mount, but how often do you plan on taking it on and off in the field? If you're at a match, how hard is it to store a 1/2 wrench in your gear bag?
LaRue is good stuff...honestly, I haven't tried any Aero products, so I can't speak to their product line quality.

 

[godofthunder]

I have an aero mount and like it a lot. I would recommend it to anyone. Super light and still sturdy. You can tell aero put a lot of thought into it.

 

[Rocky Shot]

That's kind of what I was thinking. From my research they seem like a good company, just wanted to get someone's opinion who has used their mounts and make sure I wasn't missing something. I'm going to order mine today! Thanks for the input.

 

[800mZero]

Considering it appears to be inspired by the jp mount, it should be fine!

 

[1slow01z71]

Love mine, much better than the peprs.

 

[Blazin]

peprs.

What ruins it for me is that the PEPRs are made in China, I'd much rather prefer an Aero, or an Armalite one-piece.