I have a mod 70 in 223 wssm. I have leupold standard bases and rings on it since there is no recoil only noise when you shoot. I would not be on the Burris boat though. I have a FF II on this gun it is not as clear in general as other scopes in this price range. My Brother in law has one (FFII) as well. They are both fuzzy around the edges of your FOV. I can't speak for the short mags though.