Rifle Scopes Steyr SSG/Optics mounting options

[JFComfort]

I have a SSG with a Swavorski 6x42 in Steyr rings. I wanted to switch to a Super Sniper MOA/MIL, so I ordered the Steyr 30 mm rings. When I got it all dialed in I found that the rings were too high and I couldn't keep a solid/consisten cheek weld to the gun.

Now I'm looking at a set of Talley rings and a rep tells me they are .650" from contact point with the reciver to the bottom scope cradle. I've compaired the measurment to the ring height on the Swavorski and its pretty close. Now my question to you guys is; should I go with the Talley rings and hope for the best or go with the U.S. Optics picitanny rail and have the smith drill and tap the reciver for it?

 

[BOLTRIPPER]

Re: Steyr SSG/Optics mounting options

get the rail lashed up...

 

[macman2564]

Re: Steyr SSG/Optics mounting options

It would be so much better in the long run if you just went ahead and had the rail installed.

 

[Spuhr]

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I would not go for the rail, If you are worried about the height there is no reason the add that to the building height.
I would go for something that fits to the current rail instead to keep a lower and more stable mount.
I see no gain in Picatinny as it just adds height, screws (possible loose screws)and in this case unneccesary machining.

Håkan

 

[CANAVAR]

Re: Steyr SSG/Optics mounting options

If you add a rail you'll have more options. XS Sights also makes a rail (so you have another option). I used the Talley and they worked but still would have prefered the rail. Before you go out and buy new rings you may want to consider a stock pack if you're not already using one.

 

[Blackstone]

Re: Steyr SSG/Optics mounting options

USO makes a very nice 20 MOA pic. rail I had installed on my SSG 69 P II.
Add an Eagle stockpack and you are GTG.
The synthetic stock is too slipery any way.

 

[Parallax]

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The Steyr mfg rail.... no cant. $120 plus postage from Pja Investments. I just bought one for my SSG69. I had Tally SSG1 rings on my SSG and considered them pretty high. The Steyr rail with low rings is, to me, much more user friendly and lessens neck strain

 

[JFComfort]

Re: Steyr SSG/Optics mounting options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Parallax</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

The Steyr mfg rail.... no cant. $120 plus postage from Pja Investments. I just bought one for my SSG69. I had Tally SSG1 rings on my SSG and considered them pretty high. The Steyr rail with low rings is, to me, much more user friendly and lessens neck strain

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So $120 and the cost of having your smith drill and tape for the screws?

 

[JFComfort]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Spuhr</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I would not go for the rail, If you are worried about the height there is no reason the add that to the building height.
I would go for something that fits to the current rail instead to keep a lower and more stable mount.
I see no gain in Picatinny as it just adds height, screws (possible loose screws)and in this case unneccesary machining.

Håkan </div></div>

Your right, I like the idea of having less peices between the rings and gun. The problem is I'm having trouble finding rings that are nice and low for a 30 mm tube diameter.

 

[Parallax]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JFComfort</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So $120 and the cost of having your smith drill and tape for the screws? </div></div>

No.... No drilling. It's made to snick onto the receiver grooves and there are 4 Torx set screws that tighten down from the top to immobilize it.

 

[Wild_Bill]

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Hi just wondering if you have a link to them as i need an extractor for mine that looks the best way to go with the Steyr rail. They want drug money for Steyr parts here.

 

[Parallax]

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I give Pete Austin at Pja Investments all my Steyr business. Nice guy, very fair and very professional.

 

[JFComfort]

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I have the rail on the way and some Warne low 30 mm ring. I hope this does the trick!

 

[JFComfort]

Re: Steyr SSG/Optics mounting options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BOLTRIPPER</div><div class="ubbcode-body">get the rail lashed up... </div></div>

is your avatar you buck naked jumping out of a plane?!?! ahahahahahaha lol