I purchased a Howa 1500 Blue/Syn. 2 years ago in 270, had a 3x9 Nikon mounted, had it boresighted, took it to the range, 1st. 3 rounds dead center (Cloverleaf) @ 100yds .... :-) the great thing about it was the Cost, only 318.00 on the rifle, 40.00 for the leupold base & rings...!!!! already...