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08-23-2008 | 11:18 AM

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oldelkhunter

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RE: Optilocks

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I've got Optilocks on my 75 and have not had any issues. They don't have Torx head screws though. Of course it's only a 30-06, but with 180 grainers it's been fine. That said, I've also heard quite a few positive remarks about Talley's on Sakos.

Talleys set screws will mess up the top of the reciever scope base checkering. One way around that is using a lead bb and then putting the screw in. I think the Leupolds QD bases(that are a Sako Knockoff BTW see above link) and Conetrols are the only suitable alternatives to Optilocks. I have been so snakebit by Talley steel bases and rings lately on other rifles that I'll probably never use them again.

08-23-2008 | 02:29 PM

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Nontypical Buck

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RE: Optilocks

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Conetrols are the only suitable alternatives to Optilocks.

The Conetrol rings and bases are an alternative that work very well in keeping the scopes mounted low but are a little tricky to install. I also have 2 sets on my Sako 75’s that look great and compliment the look of the rifles...