Rifle Scopes Is this okay?

[btoor2413]

This is a Viper PST 4-16×50 on a tikka t3 sitting on medium rings. It's is chambered in a .223 Rem. Recoil is basically non existent. The scope is just barely touching the base. As it sits now my view through the scope is just right. I am wondering if I will have to buy new rings or if this is fine? Thanks for the help.

 

[42769vette]

I would dremel the base just a touch, or move the scope forward just a touch.

 

[Redmanss]

Don't let it touch, even "just barely". The recoil will still cause vibrations that will wear and eventually compromise the bell wall.

Me personally, I would shave down the end of the base.

 

[btoor2413]

Alright I'll shave it down a bit. Thanks guys for such a quick response.

 

[samnev]

I agree with all of the above. The barrel will flex when shot and will eventually damage the scope. I would move the scope forward and shave the base. But the best fix is higher rings if you have the $$$$ to do so.