RE: Scope Mounts: Steel vs. Aluminum?
 

I do not believe he is talking about the rings-he is talking about the base. I agre with buying the steel rings, but the heavy one piece aluminum base is adequate-obviously steel is better. Do not over look the Weaver steel rings. They are not the prettiest, and they will scratch a scope if you are not careful. But IMO they are one of the strongest rings out there. I do not like them because of how the look, but they do perform if mounted properly. If you buy the two piece Weaver style base-then IMO you should buy the steel bases. The Warne Weaver style bases are steel, and are very strong.

The words "Picatinney" and "Tactical" are strictly words that the mfrs. use to be able to raise the price. What a joke. Tom.

RE: Scope Mounts: Steel vs. Aluminum?
 

Thanks guys, I didn't realize there were steel extension bases. That's probably the way I'll go. Burris, Warne, and Weaver all make a set. The slot on the Weaversextends further back than the Burris, and I didn't find a good picture of the Warnes, so I'll probably order the Weaver Grand Slamsunless someone thinks the Warnes are significantly better.