Re: Reproduction Scopes
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ORD</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dsparil</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Veer_G</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think that a flood of repro scopes with new guts would raise issues in certain areas of competition. </div></div>
Like what precisely? </div></div>
Reproduction scopes are specifically PERMITTED under the CMP rules for competitions like the Vintage Sniper Rifle matches with certain limitations. Getting "in trouble" with using a reproduction scope will only be if you alter it beyond what the rules permit. Here is the specific language from the rules relating to optics:
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CMP Rule Book, Rule 6.4.3(6)</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
(6) Sights must be original issue optical sights with as-issued reticles or
sights may be commercial replicas of as-issued optical sights. In addition,
specific non-issue scopes that are listed in Table I may be used. Such
non-issue scopes may only be used on the rifles for which they are specifically listed. Replica or non-issue sights may have only crosshair, post
or post with crosshair reticles. Scope mounts and rings may be original or
reproduction replicas. Scope rings may be sleeved or modifi ed to accept
a non-original scope diameter.
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Also, since these are "new" rules in terms of the VSR matches, etc., the rules are still going to be open to interpretation/clarification as to what lengths can be gone to in terms of reproduction scopes, improvements on the "guts" of those scopes aside from keeping the OEM reticles, etc., without breaking the rules.
Now, if you aren't going to compete with the rifle in sanctioned matches and you just want the best scope possible, but one that appears "original" then upgraded reticles, etc. would certainly be nice...just not for comps where they would be specifically excluded. </div></div>
I still don't see the problem. Looks like it's going to be up to people actually be HONEST and practice a little dignity and abide by the rules. God forbid we all be honest. And yeah I know you're just the messenger