Gunsmithing R700 Scope base

[Big_Country]

I have a R700 short action. I am interested in purchasing a Seekin's or similar scope base.

I'm not sure which screws configuration I should be choosing. The two option's I noticed are 6-48 and 8-40 screws. Will both work or do I need to purchase one or the other in order to make it work?

Thanks for the help in advance.

<span style="font-weight: bold">Respectfully,
Sv</span>

 

[turbo54]

Re: R700 Scope base

#8 size scope base screws is an upgrade performed by gunsmiths. Unless your action has been modified, you need the #6s.

 

[Big_Country]

Re: R700 Scope base

Are the 8's a lot better?

<span style="font-weight: bold">Thanks,
Sv</span>

 

[turbo54]

Re: R700 Scope base

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: &#8207;Steelvenom</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are the 8's a lot better?

<span style="font-weight: bold">Thanks,
Sv</span> </div></div>

Not really. They have their place. On a heavy magnum, sure. If my receiver's holes aren't straight and need some finagling, I would certainly do the 8-40s, as it costs nothing extra, and can actually be required.

For a typical rifle? Don't bother.

 

[Big_Country]

Re: R700 Scope base

Good to know. Now I can't find a place that has one in stock.

Thanks alot for the help.

<span style="font-weight: bold">Respecfully,
Sv</span>