ridge86
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How close is to close to the barrel? I mounted a scope and it a 1/16 from the bottom of the scope to the barrel.
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That might actually be too close. Scope/barrel whip may come into play and a little light bumping there
. If you where not shooting a magnum it might not be a deal but…. Might still shoot just fine but if it where me I would at least double that distance. Most of mine are around 4 times that distance and I feel that is perfect. Just me 2cent.
. If you where not shooting a magnum it might not be a deal but…. Might still shoot just fine but if it where me I would at least double that distance. Most of mine are around 4 times that distance and I feel that is perfect. Just me 2cent.Are you using a scope cap on the objective? If so, that looks too close. I like at least a credit card thickness after the cap is on. That said, that's just what I'm comfortable with. I have no evidence to suggest that's correct. My English teacher would be cringing right now. Too many "that's" in THAT post.
brcfo_outdoors
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You are going to get some noticeable heat mirage looking through that scope as soon as the barrel heats up. The barrel isn't going to whip 1/16 of an inch at the shank and make contact with the bell, but you aren't leaving much room for general forgiveness. I would put it higher, but part of that is personal preference for comfort getting behind the scope because of my high cheek bones. Obviously everybody's face is different, but I would give yourself a little more room to work, especially if you will be shooting from different positions.
ridge86
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Thanks for the info guys, luckily I have another set of higher rings coming soon. Figured it was to low, wanted to see what other opinions had to say.
That's an interesting video. I would like to see that in a more common hunting caliber.
Rick Richard
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It is not too low for barrel scope interference, but would be if you use scope covers.
Very close! I however have one the same way & never had a problem over a fluted stainless barrel.
If you have some higher mounts I'd go ahead & use 'em. JMO
Rflshootr
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Yeah, I'd prefer a bit more space.
I would think the flex on a 50 would be extreme compared to most hunting calibers
misterc01
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I understood the rule of thumb is as close to the barrel as posibe. However, when I mount a scope i make sure it is correct for where my eye is in relation to the rifle. In other words, if I have have to do weird things so I can look thru the scope because is so close to the barrell, then I imove i t up so have a good check weld and striaght on view.
