Just bought a Tikka T3 Hunter in 30-06 and a Bushnell 3x9, forget what model but it was only about $140 just a starter scope.

I didn't buy the mounting rings as when I was buying rifle and scope they didn't have any in stock.

I was going to head down to the local shop to see if they had any and was wondering what I have to look for in buying rings?and whether or not a noob can mount his own scope.

Have a friend that says it's easy, just mount scope (easy to do?) bore site it at the 30yrd range and then load it up and the boar siting should get it pretty close then fine tune it with the ammo I plan on using.

I don't mind going through a box of ammo as I haven't shot much this year and I need the practice before heading out for deer.

If anyone has some great tips to mounting scopes they would be great to hear.

Thanks,
Jeff

Just make sure the bases and rings you buy are compatible with your rifle and your scope tube diameter. I would say this, quality mounts/rings are worth the price. I'll pay 50 or morerather than 20.

Mounting a scope is not hard to do, assuming you know how you like a rifle tofit you.Some guys need high mounts, others medium, or low. I generally like low mounts to get my face on the stock.

Get the scope in the rings with the screws just tight enough to hold it in place, slide forward or back for proper eye relief, and thenmake sure your crosshairs are vertical/horizontal. There are tools for this, but it can be done by eye too. Tighten the screws equally, a turn at a time or so until they are tight. Some use lok-tite, the kind that is meant to be able to break free if you want to remove the scope. That's about it for mounting.

Bore sighting is easy too. You can do that anywhere. Once at the range, your first shots should befrom about 25 yds. Don't waste bullets shooting groups. Shoot one shot and adjust, as long as you feel good about the shot.Adjust the scope to hit point of aim at 25 yds, but again don't be fussy at 25 yds.Once you're close to point of aim at 25 yds,sight in at 100. Generally, 2-3" high at 100 yds is optimal for most hunting calibers.

If you plan to shoot long distances, like over 200, be sure to verify your trajectory by shooting, not reading charts.

Thanks for the responce, I think I will give it a try since it does not sound too hard,

If I remember I will let everybody know how it went.

Jeff