Chad Dixon is putting together a 40xb trainer for me and I'm trying to save some money by using parts that I have lying around and a Weaver 20 MOA base and their "tactical" 6 screw rings. They seem to get decent reviews with centerfires, andI'm thinking since there's such mild recoil and short ranges involved they should be fine, but does anyone have a reason why I really ought to fork up for a better mounting system? And I couldn't give two rat shits if it scratches the scope, it's not top dollar either.
Any reason not to use Weaver base/rings?
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Re: Any reason not to use Weaver base/rings?
The 'good' mounting systems you refer to have their main advantage in their rugged durability. If your rifle is subjected to rude handling, they are a real blessing.
A 'range queen' that shoots from a prepared position and travels in a hard case is not usually going to encounter the rude handling where such upscale mounts excell.
None of my rifles have 'hardened' mounting systems, and I just don't seem to have done them any harm so far. I would never completely rule out such a possibility, but the prospect does not cost me any sleep.
I use Weaver rings and bases a lot.
Greg
The 'good' mounting systems you refer to have their main advantage in their rugged durability. If your rifle is subjected to rude handling, they are a real blessing.
A 'range queen' that shoots from a prepared position and travels in a hard case is not usually going to encounter the rude handling where such upscale mounts excell.
None of my rifles have 'hardened' mounting systems, and I just don't seem to have done them any harm so far. I would never completely rule out such a possibility, but the prospect does not cost me any sleep.
I use Weaver rings and bases a lot.
Greg
Re: Any reason not to use Weaver base/rings?
Nothing wrong with the Weaver mounts, in my opinion. I have used the Weaver "tactical" rings on everything up to 50 BMG, and I've never had a problem with them.
Nothing wrong with the Weaver mounts, in my opinion. I have used the Weaver "tactical" rings on everything up to 50 BMG, and I've never had a problem with them.
Re: Any reason not to use Weaver base/rings?
Sounds good, thanks for quelling my paranoia of screwing something.
Sounds good, thanks for quelling my paranoia of screwing something.
Re: Any reason not to use Weaver base/rings?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: rideHPD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sounds good, thanks for quelling my paranoia of screwing something.</div></div>
never be afraid of screwing something, just use protection
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: rideHPD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sounds good, thanks for quelling my paranoia of screwing something.</div></div>
never be afraid of screwing something, just use protection
Re: Any reason not to use Weaver base/rings?
I hear you on spending big bucks on bases. I have gone with the DNZ stuff on almost everything, they have not needed any lapping yet and have held up to some pretty heavy abuse on my centerfires. They have a 30 and 20moa set that would work for you without breaking the bank. You can find them most places for about $70.
http://www.dnzproducts.com/game-reaper-mounts/remington-700-long-range-moa
I hear you on spending big bucks on bases. I have gone with the DNZ stuff on almost everything, they have not needed any lapping yet and have held up to some pretty heavy abuse on my centerfires. They have a 30 and 20moa set that would work for you without breaking the bank. You can find them most places for about $70.
http://www.dnzproducts.com/game-reaper-mounts/remington-700-long-range-moa
Re: Any reason not to use Weaver base/rings?
Why not use the Weaver? My little Savage is runnin' with em ... JaxOps
Why not use the Weaver? My little Savage is runnin' with em ... JaxOps
Re: Any reason not to use Weaver base/rings?
I would test-fit your particular scope in those six-screw rings before putting any money down. The extra length front-to-back of those rings may limit the amount of eye-relief you have in regards to how far back or how far forward you'll be able to get your scope. Probably won't be a problem with 95% of scopes but they may not work with the odd IOR or even an illuminated S&B.
I would test-fit your particular scope in those six-screw rings before putting any money down. The extra length front-to-back of those rings may limit the amount of eye-relief you have in regards to how far back or how far forward you'll be able to get your scope. Probably won't be a problem with 95% of scopes but they may not work with the odd IOR or even an illuminated S&B.
