XP-100 Rifle Scope Mounting Question

[Len Backus]

How far rearward should I mount the scope's ocular bell knowing that this is a rifle scope on a handgun?

 

[Ernie]

On rifle scope's, I put the scope as far back as I can.

 

[winmagman]

Len,

Does this mean the new 6.5 WSM has arrived?

Chris

 

[Len Backus]

Yes, it sure has!

More later.

 

[LouBoyd]

How far rearward should I mount the scope's ocular bell knowing that this is a rifle scope on a handgun?

There are many ways to hold a handgun. There are many variations on handgun grip position relative to the receiver and scope mounts. Different people have different ability to control a handgun's recoil. That and the geometry of the handgun determine how much the scope will move on recoil.

Bottom line is a scope needs to be mounted far enough forward it won't cut your skull when fired and far enough back your eye is at or near the scope's exit pupil. If those overlap you'll need a scope with longer eye relief or a better muzzle brake.