Rifle Scopes Scope ring height question - Vortex PST on R700 clearance

[SDmtnbkr]

Hi,

I'm ordering the Vortex PST 6x24 scope for my R700 SPS-V and have a question regarding the scope rings. The scope is coming with free Griffin rings but I'd need to be ordering them at the same time and have no idea which height rings will clear and still allow for a scope cap.

Would the "low" rings (.86") clear the barrel with a scope cap with a Seekins 20 MOA base? Or would I need to go with their "medium" rings (1.05")? I have no plans on using a stock that would obstruct in any way. I tried searching but couldn't find a solid answer. This is my first precision rifle so I have no clue on which rings work better for me.

Thank you!

 

[silent runner]

I have the same scope on my 700 using a Precision Armament 20moa rail and Vortex precision low rings. These are .87, so you should be GTG with low rings.

 

[Papa Zero Three]

I have this exact scope and Griffin rings on a KRG chassis in this picture. I used the medium rings they offer on their website. I have an adjustable cheek piece so there is no issue with height, I also have a 20 moa base so it should give you an idea of how yours should sit.

http://www.snipershide.com/shooting/attachments/snipers-hide-bolt-action-rifles/1933d1363012318-krg-whiskey-3-chassis-lets-see-them-image.jpg

 

[SDmtnbkr]

I have this exact scope and Griffin rings on a KRG chassis in this picture. I used the medium rings they offer on their website. I have an adjustable cheek piece so there is no issue with height, I also have a 20 moa base so it should give you an idea of how yours should sit.

http://www.snipershide.com/shooting/attachments/snipers-hide-bolt-action-rifles/1933d1363012318-krg-whiskey-3-chassis-lets-see-them-image.jpg

Oh perfect! That's the exact chassis I eventually want to get. Thanks to both of you for the pictures.

 

[melloyello]

I recently put the same scope on my aac-sd with a 20moa EGW base and Burris low rings. Looks pretty much like the clearance Papa posted in his pic. Should still have room for lens caps.

 

[Pinecone]

I have that scope with Talley mount and Burris XTR rings, and low works great.

 

[Flatbush Harry]

I happened to have both Leupy STD bases (2 piece) and 30mm medium rings, so I just used those with no xxMOA adjustment on the same scope. Set-up works great and should allow useful shooting to 800 yards.

Harry

 

[INMY01TA]

Low should work.