Proper scope mounting
#1
Proper scope mounting
Haven't mounted a scope in about 5 years, just want to make sure I remember how to properly mount one. Clean area to mount base, blue loctite base to rifle, set scope in rings, make sure cross-hairs are verticle/horizontal & proper eye relief is achieved (.338 Win. Mag.), then blue loctite rings together. How tight should I make the base & ring screws? What's the best way to achieve proper eye relief (don't want to get smashed in the eye w/ a .338 Win. Mag.) & to ensure the recticle is horizontal/vertical? Did I forget anything?
#2
Fork Horn
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Arkansas Ozarks
Posts: 325
I put the scope in the rings without tightening the screws, then shoulder the rifle with my eyes closed. When I open my eyes and have the proper eye relief, I know the scope is the right distance from my eye. To level, I put the rifle straight in a vice, then sight a horizontal plane in the distance and line the horizontal reticle with it. Not real scientific, but it works for me.
#3
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 1,320
I don't think you can mount a scope correctly without a torque driver but thats just me. Regardless of what torque value you use...consistency is the key. Loctite is fine but good mounts and good technique are my first choice.
#4
Proper Scope Mounting!!
I also use Alignment Bars & Lapping Compound, but Torque Screws is the most important in my opinion!!
#5
I put the scope in the rings without tightening the screws, then shoulder the rifle with my eyes closed. When I open my eyes and have the proper eye relief, I know the scope is the right distance from my eye. To level, I put the rifle straight in a vice, then sight a horizontal plane in the distance and line the horizontal reticle with it. Not real scientific, but it works for me.
HL