Quick Tip: Common Scope-Mounting Mistakes To Avoid

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Mounting a scope isn't a super-complex or highly technical job, but there are ways you can mess it up. Steve and Caleb are here to tell us about common pitfalls to avoid when you're mounting a rifle scope.
1. Make sure the rings don't touch any part of the turret housing, objective bell, or eyepiece. Any one or combination of those will throw off your shot groups big time. Make sure those rings are clamping ONLY the scope's main tube.
2. Steve's pet peeve is scope rings that are not tightly clamped to the scope base. If you can grasp the scope with one hand and the rifle with the other and there's play between them, your groups are going to be all over the place! Scope rings come with torque specs for a reason, adds Caleb.
3. Make sure there's clearance between the objective bell and the rifle. No part of the scope should touch the rifle itself. The only nexus between the scope and the rifle should be the scope rings - and they're not actually part of the rifle. This also applies to a removable lens cover. When it's on the scope, it should not touch any part of the gun.
4. Don't mount the scope too low on an AR-15. On most rifles, you do want the centerline of the optic as close to the bore as you can get it. But the AR-15's stock is on almost the same plane as the top of the receiver, so you need some height on the scope. Otherwise, it'll be too low for you to look through it.
5. Overtightening the scope rings = VERY BAD. You can actually crush the scope tube and damage the optic beyond repair. Stick to those torque specs! If the rings come with a little wrench, that wrench is all you need to tighten 'em.
6. What about steel scope rings? Are they better than aluminum? According to Steve, aluminum rings are just fine for the average scope. If you have a huge scope and a rifle chambered in a heavy-kicker cartridge, then go with steel scope rings. On a 5.56-chambered AR-15, aluminum rings or a one-piece aluminum scope mount provides all the strength you need. Bonus: a dedicated AR-15 scope mount will position the scope at the correct height.

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@CalebSavant Жыл бұрын

Nope, we did not cover lapping scope rings in this one, the reason is because it is typically not an issue for you average user, by average we are referring to the vast majority of rifle shooter. Lapping rings is important for precision rifle shooting and it deserves it's own video.

@alexandermartini28 Жыл бұрын

Hey Caleb, looks like you need to flip your front sight on that Armalite Rifle you have there.

@dodgersfnshepard8673 Жыл бұрын

Do a video about keeping/cleaning lenses

@halfinchholes88 Жыл бұрын

I lap nearly every scope, but if not, I still use the lapping bar to verify alignment issues before torqueing the caps down. A little Dykem Hi-Spot Blue can show it all. Normally, I marry scopes to a specific rifle, and never move them between rifles. Saves a lot of troubles and headaches.

@BCM1959 Жыл бұрын

@@CalebSavant sounds like your mind is made up... 👍😎👍

@vettepilot427 Жыл бұрын

@@halfinchholes88 If there is one thing on the planet that’s worse than anti-seize about getting EVERYWHERE it’s Hi-Spot. I swear I can touch the tube and have it between my toes when I get home.

@lincolnpascual Жыл бұрын

I'm getting old, so watching other gunsmiths re-affirm things that I know reassures me that I'm still on top of my game. Thanks guys. I struggle to remember to wear pants out of the house sometimes. At least the gun knowledge is still there.

@aransasfirearms Жыл бұрын

You should always make sure your rings or mount are pushed forward against the slot before torquing to spec, imho......

@goosecouple Жыл бұрын

Tip: Inspect the inner radius of the scope rings. Run your finger along the radius and feel for surface irregularities. Sometimes the radius are irregular due to machining defect. Don't mistakenly assume Made in USA to mean "defect-free".

@LuvBorderCollies Жыл бұрын

Good point.!! I learned the hard way to feel the radius on every brand of scope ring.

@michaelb4528 Жыл бұрын

The E Coat or A Coat finish can also have runs like paint inside the rings that should be lapped out

@blackhawk7r221 Жыл бұрын

I’ll add a few that our shop sees VERY often: 1- the ring to receiver screws and ring screws themselves need to all be brought down together gently in steps to gain perfect alignment and seating. 2-average AR scope needs to be 1-1/4” to 1-1/2”. 3- Do not use separate rings and bridge a receiver to a handguard 4- a solid one piece mount setup is always better, IF your bolt action allows. AR’s no problem. 5- Interface problems between Weaver and Picatinny. 6-scope mounted too high causing a gap in cheek to stock contact. 7- clueless as to how to achieve proper cheek to stock weld, and clueless as to how to adjusting their body to properly shoulder the rifle. 8- believe it or not, placing the optic where it looks coolest.

@blackhawk7r221 9 ай бұрын

@Hewhoremains420 What kind of rifle do you need to scope?

@Jammaster1972 4 ай бұрын

Nobody talked about LocTite ????

@blackhawk7r221 4 ай бұрын

@@Jammaster1972 We don’t recommend Loctite. It’s not so much that screws back off, but rather the aluminum rings, aluminum mounts, and aluminum rails all expand and contract going from indoor temp to outdoor temp, to hot barrel warmth, then cold outdoors temp, then back to a warm house. Aluminum is one hell of a good heat conductor, so expansion and contraction causes slight looseness over time, so setting the screws at the proper torque with Loctite will cause issues later when it’s time to retorque, which you WILL have to do with aluminum. Allen head cap screws round off easy enough as it is. Now if you have steel rings on steel mounts torqued properly, you’re good, Loctite or not.

@Jammaster1972 4 ай бұрын

@@blackhawk7r221 I hear what you're saying. However, my experience with LocTite has been such that I've never rounded metal loosening them. Have you experienced this? Does the LocTite interfere with the accuracy of the next Torque? In other words, does it interfere with the re-tightening to torque spec? Thanks for your opinion.

@MF_UNDERTOW Жыл бұрын

It’s important to push the rings or mounts forward (towards the muzzle) inside the pic rail notches before tightening them down so that they remain snug under recoil.

@mikesuch9021 Жыл бұрын

Don't forget a bore sighter from Brownells. I ordered one over 40 years ago and it has saved me countless amounts of ammunition dialing in firearms for myself and customers.

@jamesdaniel6081 Жыл бұрын

Tip: Level your scope with/using the reticle, not the elevation cap.

@yeejay6396 Жыл бұрын

Interesting..

@JohnDoeEagle1 10 ай бұрын

Have to use the elevation cap to place the level on to get the crosshairs level in addition to a level mounted on your barrel or Pic 1913 rail. Start with the barrel or rail being level first. Once it is.... level the crosshairs to that level and itself using BOTH levels together. You will have perfect alignment if you do. I use the Wheeler Engineering kit for all my scopes. It has all the pieces included.

@JohnDoeEagle1 9 ай бұрын

@@Hewhoremains420 Too close to the objective or front of the scope.

@leewilkinson6372 6 ай бұрын

So, I watched a video where the guy shined a light through the scope so that the reticle appeared on a wall. He then leveled the receiver with spirit level and aligned the scope by using a plumb Bob on the vertical cross hair because a plumb Bob is "hands free" Seems like it would work really well, but needs a bit of space and a clean wall to work. Neither of which I have in my workspace unfortunately. I'd like to try it though.

@ilukeberry Жыл бұрын

it's a joy to listen both of you.. please continue these... I've learned a lot!

@tombaxter2879 11 ай бұрын

You guys should do much longer (~30-60 minute) deep dives on this topic (and many others). I learn a lot from this channel. Thanks.

@michaelb4528 Жыл бұрын

Never gets old listening to true professionals. Thanks for the great video fellas

@davidanderson5259 Жыл бұрын

I got a nice Vortex scope for Christmas... I went out and bought a torque screwdriver specifically to mount it...glad I did the right thing rather than just eyeballing it.

@rickmiller8931 Жыл бұрын

Thank I will be mounting my vortex this weekend. So awesome to see this video show up this evening. And thank you

@jamesmartin7282 Жыл бұрын

Such common sense stuff, some of which I have never considered... thanks, Steve and Caleb!

@JohnLee-lr2op Ай бұрын

Sound advice, gentlemen, especially with all the different approaches, methods, and ideas out there now.

@allenseal5551 Жыл бұрын

It’s funny you mentioned the 742. I was picturing my 742 with see through rings when you guys were discussing it, and then you brought up the 742. I’ve had good look with the setup using an old tasco exp. It’s my most trusted hunting rifle.

@hopewilliams6705 Жыл бұрын

Getting ready to mount one soon great information and timing

@friskywildthing 3 ай бұрын

Great info, gentlemen! I didn't realize how detrimental proper placement of scope rings on the scope barrel can be. Thank you. Some of the mistakes you mentioned I've already made with a Vortex Venom 5-25x56 I recently purchased. The 34mm Vortex Pro (medium height) scope rings I bought causes the front of the scope to contact the rifle barrel when the lens cap's in place. Luckily I haven't tightened anything down, so I can exchange the rings for the correct height.

@criagcundiff2469 Жыл бұрын

Once again, Thank you for educating me. This time re. the elevation factor difference for mounting on AR platform.

@CalebDor Жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much for this. I checked my scope and rings while Caleb was talking and sure enough they were making contact with the turrets both front and back. I had no clue that them touching could make such a difference. I can't wait to get out to the range after work tomorrow to see the improvements. Thank you much gentlemen.

@2CODO1963 7 ай бұрын

I don't know if anybody mentioned this, but if you are going to use a torque wrench, it is essential to return the setting to zero before setting the wrench to a different torque value. Do this every time you change the setting and every time you are done using the wrench

@mrnukeduster Жыл бұрын

Good products, good people. Thanks for doing what you do.

@hoosiered471 11 ай бұрын

Very valuable information guys!!! ....and the way you described common scope mounting problems with easy to understand examples was much appreciated. Every beginner shooter should be watching all your videos!!!!

@tomforeman4976 7 ай бұрын

When I first mount anything especially scopes I use liquid white out in the little squeeze bottle with the metal tip to put a fine dot on each screw to check for proper tightness at a glance. After a box or so doubel check with torque wrench and use engine decreased to clean off white out and trust your work until it changes on patters.

@M_Pashby Жыл бұрын

I have see-through scope mounts on a muzzleloader that has FO irons as well. I like the irons option for quick acquisition of deer when they sneak up on me.

@ratlips4363 6 ай бұрын

Great info guys! Thanks for the eye opener

@kevinrezac8214 Жыл бұрын

I volunteer at a gun range and a frequent problem I see with AR-15's are when the forward scope mount touches or is fully on the hand guard rather than fully on the upper receiver. That can grow your groups from 2 inches to 13 inches.

@SchooloftheAmericanRifle Жыл бұрын

Always a great job fellas. Brownells is a blessing to Gunsmiths and Armorer's.

@mikesuch9021 Жыл бұрын

Don't forget Reloaders.

@sluttybutt Жыл бұрын

Just not a blessing to gun manufacturers/partners with whom lead-poisoned male-menopausal arfcom red hats disagree solely on the basis of their politics 🤷‍♂

@mikebillman8089 Жыл бұрын

As are you good Sir.

@garyl6190 Жыл бұрын

A ton more to discuss on this topic!!!

@bigosbro21 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you.

@jamesdelong6401 7 ай бұрын

Nice video, gentlemen. About the lock tight. Are you supposed to use blue lock tight on the rings screws?

@user-eg3ew8mq3g 2 ай бұрын

great video guys ; to the point, sweet and short !

@davidunderwood3605 11 ай бұрын

Very good video. You forgot the one piece scope mounts, they can be turned around backwards. Some makes no difference other than looking non conventional but those that offer that extra 20+ moa is another way to not getting good groups if you can adjust to get on paper

@n176ldesperanza7 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful--thanks, guys!

@JM10344 10 ай бұрын

Vary informative, thank you.

@Paladin1873 Жыл бұрын

Some good simple tips here.

@JRTRAPP1 Жыл бұрын

"Hit or miss" sums up see through rings perfectly.

@ericvlaeminck8256 Ай бұрын

I sure do appreciate the education 👍🤙

@triplefoam 6 ай бұрын

742 - been there and so funny that you mentioned it! 50 years ago, I was ready to use my Bicentienial 742 30-06 as a boat anchor as it simply would not hold a scope sighting... Scope rings may not need torquing, but the 742 forearm screw needs to be tightened by the hulk with a big ass screw driver! Thank you for your content fellas!

@goodnewseverybody739 6 ай бұрын

Yeah that’s the only time I need to screw in the handle on torque wrench. My fore end had such a bad fit I tossed the nylon spacer and bedded it front and back- much better. As for poi shift, if everything is good up top with the scope, remove the 3/4 nut off the recoil lug, remove the barrel and check the treads on the stud. See if the nut runs down it good past the point it would tighten the barrel, I had to use a thread file cause mine were cut shallow toward the bottom. Clean off loctite throughly. I had to grind a wrench to get that nut off. After I did these 2 things it took a rifle that was shooting dirt to a 2” rifle😊.

@TheFlyingZulu Жыл бұрын

Some things I learned when mounting my first scope and that was not mentioned in the video well... Make sure the RETICLE and action of the gun is level before and after tightening down a scope. This will make zeroing a rifle much more precise and attainable. I emphasise RETICLE because the scope housing could be slightly off from the reticle. Some people just toss a level on the top flat part of the scope and go with that... nope. Put a level on the rifle scope rail mounts and then shine a light through the scope and it'll project the reticle onto the wall. Then use a hanging line to line up the vertible reticle with the line on the wall. This is called using a plumb bob. The rings should also be pushed all the way FORWARD in the rail slots before tightening. If the rings are reward in the slots the recoil could make the rings work forward and throw off your zero.

@JohnDoeEagle1 10 ай бұрын

Unless you are using a $30 Walmart scope the housing and caps will be perfectly square and level. They are CNC machined in this day in age. "This" isn't a Plumb Bob either. It's a torpedo shaped object that you hang in the dead center of a door/window etc etc from a string from above. When it's perfectly plumb using gravity the point of the torpedo will be pointing to the exact center on the bottom and you can start nailing. Have to find exact center on both the top and bottom for it to work.

@unbereafigendlic8414 Жыл бұрын

Vibra-tite instead of Loctite for removing scopes if you need to. It's designed for guns and you can reuse what you've already applied instead of cleaning it off and reapplying it.

@maxstueven1965 Жыл бұрын

Make sure you are careful the torque settings can change if you are using any compound that was not factory applied to the screws. Torque settings will be different for wet vs dry. This is why I follow the manufacturers instructions.

@chrisfournier6144 Жыл бұрын

Vibra-tite is a great product!

@xenomorph1317 5 ай бұрын

You also have scope ring caps with three screws on top, so what torque do u use then?

@thatsthewayitgoes9 Жыл бұрын

Good tips. Thanks

@thomassasalar3869 Жыл бұрын

A good review video Thank you

@DanielRyanScott 6 ай бұрын

My favorite one that was from a customer for us to "fix": The scope will work better if you mount the eyepiece facing the buttstock and the objective lens facing the barrel.

@cameronjaeger 7 ай бұрын

I'd love to get your opinion on the use of rosin for scope mounting

@thomassasalar3869 Жыл бұрын

A good review video Thanks

@eliinthewolverinestate6729 Жыл бұрын

That was the pin bracket and arrow rest on my bow this year. It was a little loose. I even checked and moved pins to 10 yards and practiced preseason archery deer while bear hunting. The 10 yards pins were too much. Shot over 2 deer. Last day I reset to 5 yard pins. But couldn't get pulled back quick enough.

@josh48315 Жыл бұрын

Definitely Vibratite VC3 instead of Loctite for almost all screws: scopes, mounts, handguard accessories, etc.

@warriorlink8612 Ай бұрын

7:36 this happened to me 😅 Had the scope rotated 90 degrees. Went to sight that in and up was left, right was down. It was so messed up. My father-in-law was bewildered as to why we couldn't sight it in. LOL!

@kevinyoung8651 Жыл бұрын

Suggestion; a video on the value of a good torque wrench. I bought one a couple years ago and I had no idea what a jack legged mess I had been making, especially on scope mounting but even worse was action screws. The difference is night and day.

@michaelb4528 Жыл бұрын

Wheeler F.A,T. (Firearm Accurizing Torque) wrench is awesome addition to the tool box.

@briskyoungploughboy 6 ай бұрын

Some older rifles have hand-ground receiver tops. Misalignment of scope-bases is almost inevitable. Best way to avoid bending your scope-tube is to use the Burris Signature rings- the ones with the spherical nylon inserts. Or you can spend hours lapping your rings with a 1" steel bar and auto valve grinding paste.

@michaelhoskins2581 Жыл бұрын

Also its important to use the same material scope base as the scope ring, right? Mounting tip: front load the mount i.e. push it forward. That ensures solid engagement with the rail under recoil and more importantly allows repeatable zero if you run a QD and swap optics

@stephenkrampert3430 Жыл бұрын

I believe the old Redfield and weaver scope catalogs. Had a lot of this information in them in the early 70s stay away from the erector and the lenses.

@larryward1082 4 ай бұрын

Me too I've been mountain scopes forever and everybody's always been very happy with what I've done for him

@roytallericoGunner 7 ай бұрын

I just use Burris signature rings..that takes care of alignment

@DinoNucci Жыл бұрын

Correct information

@SnapD24 Жыл бұрын

That look in Caleb's eyes at the mention of Loctite...

@leonbarnett3104 Жыл бұрын

I love it... Steve: "No bueno!"

@jackfrench3324 Жыл бұрын

In the case of the scope being a little loose in the rings, I've seen a small piece of friction material like 320 grit "wet or dry" sandpaper cut into a strip, and placed under the scope. It gives the rings the needed "grip" onto the tube. Not the best solution but it works for plinking guns, etc.

@gunfisher4661 Жыл бұрын

There`s a couple places out there that offer special adhesive type tape made special for the scope rings to cure that problem since not all the manufactures include the anti friction tape on the rings.

@jordanrick2931 Жыл бұрын

If you’re using this technique you need to invest in better quality scopes and rings

@mpatrick7860 Жыл бұрын

You guys mentioned loctite. I use blue on the threads of my scope mounts and rings. I use one tiny drop on each screw. Do y'all recommend that? I'd just like to know if I'm incorrect on this. I did have a scope come loose on me once. I was going crazy chasing groups and then eventually wasn't even on the paper. Last thing I expected was to notice my scope was loose. And a gunsmith in my area had mounted that one. This is why I use lactate. (I did buy that torque wrench y'all mentioned). Anyway, I'd like to know what you recommend? And thank you, M

@jeffreyMagnum460 Жыл бұрын

I always use medium thread locking compound on the fasteners.

@firearmsolutions46 Жыл бұрын

Here in Pennsylvania every Remington 760 pump that comes in my shop has see thru rings.

@MrRockstar1968 Жыл бұрын

Can you please explain how you determined placing the mounts right to the edge of the scope causes it to affect the accuracy?

@CutlassOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Another common problem is adhesives like Loctite getting between the rings and the scope’s body tube, preventing the rings from properly gripping the body tube.

@ThesaltyMP 8 ай бұрын

Are the torque spes based off the scope or rings

@2A.Freedom Жыл бұрын

Don't forget, don't mount one on handguard and one on receiver. Been seeing this a lot recently in Facebook groups.

@timothysuddath3852 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I have an old Savage 99 in .308 win. Never could get it to hold a group. 4 dead on, then a few flyers. My rings were right up to the ends of tube. I had to, to get the right eye relief. Now I know - I need a longer scope, and get those rings off the objective and eye relief adjustment. I kept thinking I had a foukded barrel, maybe needed to re-crown. The rifle shows no evidence of that, but I was out of ideas.

@blackhawk7r221 Жыл бұрын

Get a cantalevered one piece mount like a Nikon

@timothysuddath3852 Жыл бұрын

@@blackhawk7r221 Not 100% that would would. The 99 is a lever action top eject. I guess I could the same style pic rail I use on my mini 14 to accommodate top. eject.

@timothysuddath3852 Жыл бұрын

@@blackhawk7r221 Though the idea of a pic rail on a 60s model lever action....ugh. Classic look and feel out the door.

@davidlayne8755 4 ай бұрын

They make special bullets for that rifle.. the bearing surface is moved out ..... I had a Stevens 308 that had a lot of free bore and these bullets shot the best....

@timothysuddath3852 4 ай бұрын

@@davidlayne8755Yeah, my gunsmith who handles what I can't got me fixed up. Ammo, the scope rings. We went elevated scope rings so I could still use open sights. Bored perfectly. Just a straight 4X, shots here are not long range. Also learned I was benching it wrong. Have to go way back. Get it on the receiver. So the barrel can float. Working great now.

@roul3688 Жыл бұрын

If your mount sits level on a table, I’ve leveled the scope to the mount and it comes out perfect after mounting to an AR.

@ETHRON1 Жыл бұрын

What is your veiw on scopes that are mounted 90 degrees off...being the elevation is used for windage but on the left side and the windage is the elevation on top...I've seen some military shooters set their scopes that way. It is said that way you can make adjustments with the left hand and not release your firing hand...

@joshadams7105 Жыл бұрын

Tips on maintaining a scope’s level as you are tightening scope rings? I’ve found myself having to loosen scope rings and retighten them because my scope lost its level when securing the rings around the scope.

@rbballfreak020 3 ай бұрын

what do you think about ring tape? i know blue threadlock can help a ton but if ring tape can assist w/ other factors such as cant and alignment. I want to know that I will have a solid mount and be able to dismount down the road no issues.

@Just2Evil Жыл бұрын

Heavy scopes mounted on precision bolt action rifles with cantilever mounts. I see this needless combination a lot, and when taking into account recoil and inertia, this must put some real stress on the mount. I would like to see some examples of shooting with a high speed camera. Like a fat guy on a diving board. Thoughts?

@mikek8089 Жыл бұрын

Lol, I have see threws on my 742, and they're great.

@chrispolk93 Жыл бұрын

Was really hoping for tips on leveling

@garyl6190 Жыл бұрын

Me too

@rodneyspence7441 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this informative video - as long as you tighten the mounting screws to the recommended torques it really isnt necessary to use loctite is it?

@appaple2937 4 ай бұрын

doesn’t hurt to. i’d rather do it to have peace of mind

@tanneracord1282 11 ай бұрын

How does one of the rings touching the turrent housing throw off accuracy? I have one that is touching, and it has always drove nails out to 500 yards?

@DrAgan_tortojed 7 ай бұрын

But, the "gap" on that Leupold is too wide (between the rear ring and the turrets). Therefore, the DISTANCE between the two rings is shorter than what would be optimal. Thus, the rear ring should be placed about half an inch backwards.

@US2A Жыл бұрын

Caleb, thanks for setting up the bedding comment for me on ig🤣🤣

@KB-bs4ct Жыл бұрын

No mention of the red dot on top with the magnified optic on a 45° mount. For the AR-15. Seen at a local show should have taken pictures.

@hokehinson5987 5 ай бұрын

Ùsing poster board on wall. Drawing a plumbed vertical on board making sure reciver is plumb...adjust scope by Turing in mounts to align retinal to plumb line tighten clamps

@lanceschul Жыл бұрын

Good stuff. How about a debate on reticle leveling? I’ve determined that the plumb bob method works the best for me. What do you say?

@CrystalShipMS3 Жыл бұрын

Do what works, right? Lots of scopes are flat under the turret and a quality rail is flat. So I’ve had good luck with using a piece of steel to align those surfaces. There are alignment tools that use two wedges to do the same thing.

@lanceschul Жыл бұрын

@@CrystalShipMS3 for sure. Feeler gauges work too. I have tried the wedges but when I get things snuggled up they tend to get stuck…

@CrystalShipMS3 Жыл бұрын

@@lanceschul I’ve not tried them but could see that happening. I just tilt a piece of steel that has parallel edges, as I tighten the rings I use it to keep the scope and rail parallel. With a plumb bob I’ve struggled to keep the gun level, any tricks?

@lanceschul Жыл бұрын

@@CrystalShipMS3 take your time. I have a CTK Precision level that lays over the pic rail. Excellent product. Or the wheeler model that clamps to your barrel. Just keep an eye on those while you true the reticle.

@MPC_2117 Жыл бұрын

Tips for widening up some scope rings? I've got a period correct Zf39 side scope mount(reproduction) for my mauser, but the only scope I could get is 0.5mm too large.

@novicereloader Жыл бұрын

What's the opinion on the rings' location in relation to the seam between receiver and fore end?

@jstpsgthru 6 ай бұрын

No mention of torque value ranges? My 24mm tube scope mount and Spitfire optic both call for 25 inch lbs on just about every screw. Is this close to universal? I think it usually is dependent on screw size, but these tubes (like you say) are vulnerable.

@snipersl270 Жыл бұрын

A note about mounting a scope with the windage and elevation backwards. I've got a Rem 788 in 22-250 that loves to eject the empty into the turret cover and bounce back into the chamber. Extractors being hens teeth for the thing I decided not to mess with it too much and turned the scope 90 degrees to the left so there was no longer a turret cover over the ejection port. Its wonky but works.

@rossauce12 2 ай бұрын

I have a question... if people say its more important to put a bubble ring on your scope because you reticle needs to be level.. but ur reticle isnt shooting a bullet. Wouldnt a level on the rail be more accurate because that will tell if ur gun is canted... or am i thinking about it too much and just level is level regardless if ur scope isnt aligned correctly (in theory)

@pauliewalnuts1949 Жыл бұрын

I was all over the place at the range with my new scope. I watched your video and found that the “power” rotating device was in contact with the pic rail. I repositioned and tested and the problem is fixed Thanks for another great video.

@jimdavenport8020 Жыл бұрын

Did I hear you say that if the scope COVER (bikini cover) fits tight between the scope and barrel, it will cause a problem?

@yoyomamamma2260 7 ай бұрын

Freedom arms recommended me to butt the turret base to my ring, no accuracy issues at all. Also touching a barrel with the bell does not always mean issues. This is only your opinions, not laws

@brownells 7 ай бұрын

Not laws, but facts based on mechanical principles.

@MS-oz2wu 11 ай бұрын

Do can you recommend scope mount for me? I need a scope mount for an ar 10 and for a Burris RT-25. The bell is 56mm and I have filp up sights so the read needs to clear the rear sight. T4TV'S

@ThePatriotParadox Жыл бұрын

Thinking about pulling the trigger on an LPVO and offset RDS instead of a RDS and Magnifier for my 13.9" still conflicted.... I CANT DECIDE!!!!???

@bighairyfeet Жыл бұрын

"Scopes not going to go anywhere" ive had scope creep on three different back to back range days and still get scope creep. Finally quessed the calibration tool is out of whack. Screws were loose as was the mount to the rifle. Shooting a AR .308.

@bsmith150 Жыл бұрын

Using locktite on the screws??? Good or bad?

@joseavila2451 Ай бұрын

Does it matter what direction you have a cantilever mount facing as long as you have the scope the correct way?

@chrisgabbert658 Жыл бұрын

The only time I’ve seen a scope turned 90 off was a side mount on a Win 94 30-30 .

@keithmichlig2359 Жыл бұрын

Scope mounting tip make sure your gun is level when mounting your scope and I like to use a plum line to make sure the cross hair is correct. Share this tip!

@garyl6190 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree

@fredeschen3783 6 ай бұрын

How do you know that your gun is level?

@DustinSilva Жыл бұрын

1:56 where can we find the torque specs??

@LJK301 Жыл бұрын

Because there's always a bit of loose tolerance between the mounting points on a rifle (whatever standard that has an integrated recoil lug) and the rings, I've had a habit of pushing the scope rings forward whenever I initially tighten them to place. Since the rifle moves backwards when firing, everything "hanging" on the gun will tend to want to stay in place, effectively pushing it forwards on the gun. If the rings are already at their forward most position, they can't move in place. Don't know if this practically makes a difference but it's at least a little bit of peace of mind. Also applies the other way around. If I have a front grip on my AR-15, I'll pull it backwards before tightening it, since I'm going to be pulling on it fairly aggressively when shooting.

@woohoo2you966 Жыл бұрын

How much of a gap between the scope and the rifle (and things mounted to it) are acceptable? For example, I have an AR with a LPVO, mounted below the eye piece is a folded down rear BUIS. There is about 1 - 2 credit card's worth of space between the two. No touching but is CLOSE. (Look's similar in setup to Steve's son's AR in the video)

@brownells Жыл бұрын

If a piece of card stock fits without interference, it's good.

@woohoo2you966 Жыл бұрын

@@brownells thank you!

@frankbrowning328 Жыл бұрын

@@brownells If you have a decent deck of cards thats a perfect piece of card stock