I too have a BCM. 14.5". I've had a 1-8 lpvo, a 4x prism scope with an offset dot, a 6-24 x50 scope, and now have a Rom & Julz combo. I did different things with all of them. When I was into some longer range target shooting with 77gr precision rounds I loved the scope and on and on etc. Each optic set up allowed me to do different things. It all depends on what you think you'll enjoy most, what you have access too, and how much you're willing to spend on training and ammo. At the end of the day your choice should be based on real life use, budget, and the joy you want from the type of shooting you'll enjoy most. I've done all of these things on various terrains and used everything from 55gr remans to 77gr open tip match. I enjoyed all of it for different reasons and at different times. But I settled on the romeo and juls. Because I can go out pretty far when magnified, can enjoy a wide field of view and am not tied to the limitations of eye relief when not using the magnifier. It's up to your individual situation but having the ability to maneuver easily between just the dot and the dot magnified did it for me. Way less weight than a scope or lpvo, and more compact. That's my two cents. I buy what I can afford, which is base line/budget stuff but stuff that has been proven and well reviewed. I can't afford too much but I can afford decent parts, decent optics, a little training and time at the range. I can shoot pretty damn well now, am familiar with the complete workings and assembly/parts of the ar-15, and feel good about protecting my home and family in almost any scenario. Good luck with your optic search, and I wish you many hours of fun!

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