Just because it's SHTF, why do suddenly feel that your optic no longer works? That is the time when you need your optic the most.
They are NOT that fragile and the batteries last a LONG time.
What is the need to suddenly set yourself back to the lowest common denominator starting from day one? You think everyone else is going to? It will be a time when a person will need every edge they have.
You can swap out the optic, replace it with a telescopic sight, etc.
The best solution is an ARMS #38 rail with a flipup, or some similar setup. DPMS has rail mountable sight that is basically an A2 sight without the carry handle.
As for the buttstock, you'll be better off going with an A1 length fixed buttstock. They are more comfortable, faster to shoulder, quieter, and they keep your cleaning gear with the weapon, which is where it should be with a fighting rifle.
They are NOT that fragile and the batteries last a LONG time.
What is the need to suddenly set yourself back to the lowest common denominator starting from day one? You think everyone else is going to? It will be a time when a person will need every edge they have.
You can swap out the optic, replace it with a telescopic sight, etc.
The best solution is an ARMS #38 rail with a flipup, or some similar setup. DPMS has rail mountable sight that is basically an A2 sight without the carry handle.
As for the buttstock, you'll be better off going with an A1 length fixed buttstock. They are more comfortable, faster to shoulder, quieter, and they keep your cleaning gear with the weapon, which is where it should be with a fighting rifle.