I believe the forum when they say the LaRue is a class act, I have not used one. Maybe weight is not a priority where the scope is only a temporary install. The Aero does require a little wrench to remove. That can be stored in the butt stock or just as easily lost.

Here is a low cost alternative to consider. This one has easy big thumb nuts. I used this one too and I am surprised they dont get more love. Then there are so many options out there.

Weaver Thumbnut Spr 1" Scope Mount 4 Hole Rings 48376

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Weaver-Thumbnut-Spr-1-Scope-Mount-4-Hole-Rings-48376-/311699280467?hash=item4892b99253:g:fY4AAOxy1yZSNnHY

Edit: I have a big clunker, hi magnification, Bushnell set in one of these weaver bases. if I buy or assemble a new gun or upper, I can mount this beast and check out the gun. Then it goes back into storage and an appropriate sighting setup is installed.