Rifle Scopes 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

[FrozenRopes]

I have a 2-10x40 scope, with a one piece mount on my 20" AR15.
I want to use this on my Remington 700 and switch this scope between the two.

Should I get scope base with 20 MOA for my 700 if my AR doesn't have any MOA to it?
Do I have other options?

 

[DernHumpus]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

I don't think you would benfit from a 20 moa mount on your 700.

However, I don't think you will like the very high scope height on it either.

 

[FrozenRopes]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DernHumpus</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
However, I don't think you will like the very high scope height on it either. </div></div>

I know, I'm looking for a new stock with an adjustable cheek piece too. The mount is pretty low for an AR 1.2".

 

[T2CH]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

Still high for a remington. You would probably benefit from getting rings for the remington and saving for another optic.
20MOA base for the remington will be fine using rings.

 

[FrozenRopes]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: T2CH</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Still high for a remington. You would probably benefit from getting rings for the remington and saving for another optic.
20MOA base for the remington will be fine using rings. </div></div>

Yeah, I am saving for a new optic, just wanted to use my good glass on both systems for the mean time.

 

[FrozenRopes]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

Could I get rings for the 700 base then get a base for the AR like the badger base?

 

[FrozenRopes]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

What ring height is recommended for the 700?

 

[T2CH]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

Depends on the stock, your face structure.
I have a 700 with the varmint laminated stock (similar to the HTG) and the NF medium rings are to high. I am waiting on a set of the NF low rings I just bought. I still might need a stock pack.

 

[Powder_Burns]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

Lowest rings you can get that will allow your objective to clear the barrel, is usually the preferred height.

 

[FrozenRopes]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Powder Burns</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Lowest rings you can get that will allow your objective to clear the barrel, is usually the preferred height. </div></div>

Good to know. My objective is only 40mm, I should be able to drop it pretty low. I'll do some measurements.

Any recommendations on a picatinny rail for the 700. I currently have a EGW rail, but it's not a full rail. It is cut out down the middle. I'm not a huge fan. I feel there isn't enough contact for the ring lugs. (I could be wrong.)

 

[tt66]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

I just purchased two sets of TPS rails for my 700s. I was impressed with the finish and the fit. I bought TPS rings as well. For the price, they seem hard to beat. My rifles are not duty rifles, but they seem perfect for my use.

 

[Sidk]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ropes</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

Should I get scope base with 20 MOA for my 700 if my AR doesn't have any MOA to it?
Do I have other options? </div></div>

How far out do you plan on shooting? Does the scope at present have enough elevation to get you as far as you need without the extra angle? I don't like the height of the 20moa bases. Even with an adjustable cheek piece I don't like the feel. I'd say if you can dial as much elevation as you need without the base then don't buy it.

 

[FrozenRopes]

Re: 20 moa base or not, for my 700.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Sin City Shooter</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
How far out do you plan on shooting? Does the scope at present have enough elevation to get you as far as you need without the extra angle? I don't like the height of the 20moa bases. Even with an adjustable cheek piece I don't like the feel. I'd say if you can dial as much elevation as you need without the base then don't buy it. </div></div>

That's a good point. I don't have an elevation issue with the flat top. So the 20moa doesn't seem needed.