Macchina
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I bought a brand new Winchester Model 70 and while I was at Cabelas I noticed the Redfield scope bases were on sale. Seeing as how I needed some for the new rifle, I picked up a pair clearly marked as being for the Model 70. Of course I felt a bit guilty putting $10 bases on a $850 rifle but I figured Redfield was a trusted brand. I am using Millett rings and should have bought Millet bases too...
It appears they decided to put two of the same base in the same package which is not correct for the Model 70. The front base sits about 1/8" higher than the year. Luckily I align and lap all my rings and found this error that could have busted my scope. Looks like I'm in the market for nicer bases. Any recommendations?
It appears they decided to put two of the same base in the same package which is not correct for the Model 70. The front base sits about 1/8" higher than the year. Luckily I align and lap all my rings and found this error that could have busted my scope. Looks like I'm in the market for nicer bases. Any recommendations?