I am probably making a mistake but I'm considering swapping out my beloved USO SN3 3.2-17 for a S&B 5-25X56. My concern is mounting the S&B in an AI mount which is what I want to use. I seem to remember people having to machine the mount for it to work & I want to avoid that if possible. I have also heard that the new mounts are already relieved for this combo. Any input would be appreciated and I am sorry if this has already been covered. The rifle is an AIAE MKIII 24" Thanks Chris R.
Rifle Scopes AI Mount S&B 5-25
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Your only issue will be if the 5-25 you acquire has the new style spring cover. The new style cover is easily identified as having a beveled edge around its perimeter and protrudes slightly from the bottom of the tube about 0.7mm.
Old style, no issues at all.
Old style, no issues at all.
Jerry, in my experience, the only AI mount that works without modification is the 45moa. The 28 and 18 moa require a little clearancing to clear the turret housing of the 5-25. This was with older 5-25s, not the newer one you referenced.
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FWIW I have a like-new 45 MOA AI scope mount with 34mm rings. I had a SB 5-25 in it. I will sell it to you if you don't have one for a reasonable price. It's just sitting in my workroom collecting dust. It is a dovetail that would be the only issue. It's hard to tell from your post if you have a pic rail or if you already have a mount.
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I was thinking about the S&B also until I read about all the quality issues they have anymore. You may want to think about the Beast.
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If it doesn't work, send it to Mile Hi and they will mill it for you.
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