DesertRat
Member
Hi,
I'm wondering if a few experienced rifle guys (hunters) would share their wisdom on what constitutes reliable permanent rings and bases for mounting a Kales scope on a new Winchester Model 70 Classic Super Grade in '06.
I've done some queries here and on other boards and I'm somewhat mistified. I see all manner of advice on what constitutes the best setup for a sniper type rifle. Most curious are those who push all the high end tactical stuff, i.e. Badger Ordnance this, Leupold 20x+ variable that, scope ring lapping, etc, etc.
Frankly, most of this advice appears to be a bunch of misguided "help". For instance, I have an old Remington Model 760 pump gun with a 4x Weaver using Weaver mounts. This was my grandfathers rifle and it has been used hard for over 50 years. The rings were never "lapped" and the this setup has never failed under any conditions. It still holds perfect zero at 200 yards as it did the day it was mounted.
Now, surely there has been some genuine improvements in scopes / mounts during the past couple of decades; however, I don't see how these tactically minded companies can make claims about how one needs to purchase their expensive & gimmicky rings / bases to avoid warped scope tubes, etc.
Jeez, makes one wonder how the old-timers ever survived with their 'weak' non-tactical equipment. In a nut shell, I'm not a weekend Rambo with a 1000 yard 16lb sniper rifle who enjoys making holes in paper man targets. I am a hunter who is getting back into the game after a lengthy absence. I will be hunting deer, elk, antelope and whatever else for which I may get drawn.
I don't intend to offend those with a desire to practice long range target / tactical shooting, as this type of sport certainly has its place and can be a valuable skill. I'm just more interested in building a durable and reliable hunting rifle--a subject which seems to get little attention these days.
I'm wondering if a few experienced rifle guys (hunters) would share their wisdom on what constitutes reliable permanent rings and bases for mounting a Kales scope on a new Winchester Model 70 Classic Super Grade in '06.
I've done some queries here and on other boards and I'm somewhat mistified. I see all manner of advice on what constitutes the best setup for a sniper type rifle. Most curious are those who push all the high end tactical stuff, i.e. Badger Ordnance this, Leupold 20x+ variable that, scope ring lapping, etc, etc.
Frankly, most of this advice appears to be a bunch of misguided "help". For instance, I have an old Remington Model 760 pump gun with a 4x Weaver using Weaver mounts. This was my grandfathers rifle and it has been used hard for over 50 years. The rings were never "lapped" and the this setup has never failed under any conditions. It still holds perfect zero at 200 yards as it did the day it was mounted.
Now, surely there has been some genuine improvements in scopes / mounts during the past couple of decades; however, I don't see how these tactically minded companies can make claims about how one needs to purchase their expensive & gimmicky rings / bases to avoid warped scope tubes, etc.
Jeez, makes one wonder how the old-timers ever survived with their 'weak' non-tactical equipment. In a nut shell, I'm not a weekend Rambo with a 1000 yard 16lb sniper rifle who enjoys making holes in paper man targets. I am a hunter who is getting back into the game after a lengthy absence. I will be hunting deer, elk, antelope and whatever else for which I may get drawn.
I don't intend to offend those with a desire to practice long range target / tactical shooting, as this type of sport certainly has its place and can be a valuable skill. I'm just more interested in building a durable and reliable hunting rifle--a subject which seems to get little attention these days.
