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Rifle Scopes Nightforce zero stop,how can I tell

DIESEL758

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I am wanting to buy a nightforce 3.5-15x50 nxs from somebody here in Texas,it's a really good deal but really want to know if it the zero stop model or not. What do I look for?
 
Re: Nightforce zero stop,how can I tell

As mentioned, look for the domed shape elevation turret.

On the markings, the older Nightforce scopes only had 10 MOA or 5 Mils per turn, while the newer "hi-speed" models have 20 MOA or 10 Mils per turn.

Sean
 
Re: Nightforce zero stop,how can I tell

you will enjoy. It will be an illuminated reticle as well. I have the zero stop as well, but my cap looks different from the picture in the link provided by Pyplynr.
 
Re: Nightforce zero stop,how can I tell

One of the easiest ways to tell if you have the ZeroStop is how many screws hold the turret cap in place. The ZeroStop turrets utilize two opposing set screws. One at "0" and one directly opposite at "5" or "10".
Non-ZeroStops only have one set screw at "0".
 
Re: Nightforce zero stop,how can I tell

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DIESEL758</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The only thing I don't like is the green. I guess I will get it re coated with tan </div></div>
You can remove the paint also. I did mine this weekend, it was easier than I thought.
 
Re: Nightforce zero stop,how can I tell

I have stripped a painted scope using acetone (carefully). Have also used that Orange gel paint stripper from Home Depot. Keep whatever you use off the glass, though if I recall correctly USO suggests acetone as a cleaning fluid on the glass on their scopes.