Rifle Scopes I got it...

[Dustin1984]

Picked up my first Nightforce scope. It's an NXS 3.5-15x50 without ZeroStop. Now I just need rings...

I stuck a level on my rail though, and noticed there's a slight dip in the center... Unless there's something that can be done about that, it looks like I'll probably have to lap my rings when I get them, though I'll for sure throw the alignment bars in there to see if I actually have to worry about it or not.

 

[B3dlam]

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Where exactly is this 'dip' you are talking about? What rail is it?

 

[Dustin1984]

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over the ejection port, it's the Nightforce 20MOA rail

 

[B3dlam]

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Well the rail wont be level as its 20MOA its canted it should be higher at the back then closer to the muzzle. Thats how it is supposed to be. If you can get a picture showing the dip I am sure we can give you a better idea of whats wrong.

 

[Dustin1984]

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well no shit it won't be level... but the point is there is an ever so slight bend in it. throw a straight edge on it and there's a gap in the middle while contacting the edge on both ends of the rail. I don't know how much more clearly that can possibly be stated.

 

[Tahoe333]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dustin1984</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Picked up my first Nightforce scope. It's an NXS 3.5-15x50 without ZeroStop. Now I just need rings...

I stuck a level on my rail though, and noticed there's a slight dip in the center... Unless there's something that can be done about that, it looks like I'll probably have to lap my rings when I get them, though I'll for sure throw the alignment bars in there to see if I actually have to worry about it or not. </div></div>

You probably shouldn't have used the word "level" . The descriptor should have been FLAT. That would have avoided all confusion. Jus Sayn !

 

[MitchK]

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Sounds like you need to bed the base to the receiver. Loosen up the rear screws and see if there is a gap under the base. If not try the front. Lots of info here to see how to do it.

 

[Gray]

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No need to be a dick, if you don't wont people's opinions/advice, don't post a problem on this forum.

 

[TRAAV]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dustin1984</div><div class="ubbcode-body">well no shit it won't be level... but the point is there is an ever so slight bend in it. throw a straight edge on it and there's a gap in the middle while contacting the edge on both ends of the rail. I don't know how much more clearly that can possibly be stated. </div></div>
lol

 

[wdebo]

Re: I got it...

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Tahoe333</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dustin1984</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Picked up my first Nightforce scope. It's an NXS 3.5-15x50 without ZeroStop. Now I just need rings...

I stuck a level on my rail though, and noticed there's a slight dip in the center... Unless there's something that can be done about that, it looks like I'll probably have to lap my rings when I get them, though I'll for sure throw the alignment bars in there to see if I actually have to worry about it or not. </div></div>

You probably shouldn't have used the word "level" . The descriptor should have been FLAT. That would have avoided all confusion. Jus Sayn !

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He was using a level as a straight edge. He never once said anything about it being level.

 

[Hogshooter]

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[Tahoe333]

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ahhhh ---- i see says the blind man.

 

[Bill Larson]

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LAP RINGS.......

 

[gstaylorg]

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A one-piece mount might be an alternative so that the dip in the rail won't matter:

http://badgerordnance.com/1-piece-mounts/

http://tnvc.com/shop/spuhr-34mm-ideal-scope-mount-system-isms/

http://www.laruetactical.com/larue-tactical-obr-qd-scope-mount

 

[neeley205]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bill Larson</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> LAP RINGS.......</div></div>

This and/or bedding the base to keep it true. If you dont own a lapping rod already, this may be cheaper and just as effective with high quality rings.

http://youtu.be/aoW5bHQqgis

 

[Dustin1984]

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Mitch, I did the checks for that. There was no gap under the rail. if there had been, torquing it down would have bowed it out rather than give me a slight (barely noticeable, but there) dip over the ejection port.
Like I said, I'll check with alignment bars once I get rings to see what the issue really is, and I'll probably end up lapping my rings.

 

[Dustin1984]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Tahoe333</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
You probably shouldn't have used the word "level" . The descriptor should have been FLAT. That would have avoided all confusion. Jus Sayn !

</div></div>

yeah, probably not... I forget that most people don't actually read every written word.

 

[scudzuki]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dustin1984</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Mitch, I did the checks for that. There was no gap under the rail. if there had been, torquing it down would have bowed it out rather than give me a slight (barely noticeable, but there) dip over the ejection port.
Like I said, I'll check with alignment bars once I get rings to see what the issue really is, and I'll probably end up lapping my rings. </div></div>

Or just get a one piece mount like an AI. The shape of the rail isn't going to matter then.

Joe

 

[Tahoe333]

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Especially after a couple pain killers and a few beers!

 

[Dustin1984]

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Joe, you want to spend the extra money on it and give it to me, you do that. But for me, the rail is brand new and I intend to work with it as is. I have money going enough ways that buying ANOTHER new mount is out of the question. I'll buy rings and lap if necessary.

 

[VJJPunisher]

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While yer lapping away dont forget to lap yer bore

 

[scudzuki]

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I'm talking about a picatinny (or dovetail, you didn't specify) mount that fits on your existing NF mount.

The AI mount is not much more expensive than a good set of rings.

I always opt for a one piece mount over rings.

Joe

 

[Dustin1984]

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send me a link so I can have a look then please

scratch that... I see someone already did... and with the exception of the Larue, they all appear to be 34mm...

 

[Dustin1984]

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Barrel is Lilja... don't need to lap it.

 

[KYS]

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Ol Larry will tell you how it is....

 

[Sledge1]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: VJJPunisher</div><div class="ubbcode-body">While yer fapping away dont forget to lap yer bore </div></div>

 

[Dustin1984]

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I see what you did there... you're a sick one