Rifle Scope Mounts

RIFLE SCOPE MOUNTS?

One of the most important items when buying a rifle scope are the rifle scope mounts. The rifle scope mounts are the pieces of hardware that attach your scope to your rifle. With the wrong rifle scope mounts you will either not be able to mount your scope or your scope will not seat properly on your rifle. None of these things is what you want after you spend a small fortune on your scope!

Finding the right rifle scope mounts can be tricky especially when you don’t know what you need. To avoid any frustration try to purchase your rifle scope and rings together. Remember without a correct mounting system even the highest quality scope and rifles become useless. Try to look for a mounting system that is rugged and dependable. Without the proper mounting system you can miss your target, not to mention the money on all of that wasted ammunition.

When you miss easy targets because you don’t install the mounting system right can take all of the fun out of shooting. When these aren’t installed correctly you can damage your scope and your receivers and bolts! My personal opinion is to have a professional install the mount to avoid the aggravation of possibly installing it wring. Try to pick a mounting system that has very few parts; remember fewer parts mean fewer things can go wrong.

Solid steel mounts are popular because they are the strongest but aluminum mounting systems are also very good. Keep in mind See through rifle scope rings are very weak and one tiny bump can change the point of impact. If you have a good scope you should never have to use your iron sights! Take great care in choosing your mount and installation process whether it is professional or by yourself.

There are many different types of mounting systems to choose from like the weaver style, Redfield, dual dovetails and even clamp-on. I would suggest researching each style and see which fits you and your rifle. Each style is unique and has different characteristics that may benefit your personal style more. Also research the rings. These come in all sorts of sizes as well. Each size has an appropriate gun assigned for instance 20mm riflescopes usually use a low ring but sometimes they can use a super low ring depending on the bolt clearance of the rifle scope mounts.