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Mikepags ![]() Optics GrassHopper ![]() Joined: December/23/2004 Status: Offline Points: 3 |
Thanks for the reply Imagunsmith, is there a right way to set the rear adjustable eye piece. Is that for focus?
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Brady ![]() TEAM SWFA - Admin ![]() ![]() Casino Cruiser Joined: May/20/2004 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 1838 |
http://www.opticstalk.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=868&KW=lev el
Check out this link. If you don't have a ring that has a flat surface on the top. Then look for a flat/level spot on you gun. This is just a good way to get your cross hairs straight and level.
When you go to tighten the screws that secure the top ring. Start on one side of the ring and give that screw a half turn. Then jump to the other side of the ring and give that screw a half turn. Continue this pattern until all screws are fully tightened. Each screw will be tightened and secured to the same and appropriate depth. This way you wont tighten one screw all the way down before you even start on the other screws. When done right you shouldn't have to use loc-tite at all.
The rear adjustable eye piece is for focusing.To focus it, put the scope on the highest power, and find the furthest object you can see through the scope. Now turn that focus ring until the object comes into focus. Now that you have done that everything closer in should be in focus, and you shouldn't have to constantly mess with it. Edited by Brady |
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Mikepags ![]() Optics GrassHopper ![]() Joined: December/23/2004 Status: Offline Points: 3 |
Wow ,,,thanks for all the replies, and links [ I like the little level idea], I'm going to dig up my IN/LB torque wrench and get to work on it if and when the snow lets up. I'm gonna use Loc-tite blue only because I have seen rings loosen up in the past. I will probably be putting Butler Creek flips on the scope. I have them on the Simmons 44mag that is being replaced [and going on ebay] find them great for hunting. Again thanks for all the help,,,,, Mike I just noticed You sell the BC Flips here, good price too!!, now I just have to measure the dia.s on the scope Edited by Mikepags |
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Boomholzer ![]() Optics Apprentice ![]() ![]() Joined: June/20/2004 Status: Offline Points: 219 |
For anyone interested; Premier Recticles is a source of 15 and 65in-lb torque wrenches.
SWFA has this quality 65in-lb torque wrench. http://www.riflescopes.com/products/LEU48701/leupold_mark_4_ torque_wrench.htm It also works well for M70/M700 action screws torqued to the same spec. Edited by Boomholzer |
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Imagunsmith ![]() Optics Apprentice ![]() ![]() Joined: January/18/2005 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 35 |
My, My My, Boomholzer, What did we ever do before the scientifics came onto play? Sounds like nobody has common sense anymore
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Gotta problem rifle? I can probably help.
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Chris Farris ![]() TEAM SWFA - Admin ![]() ![]() swfa.com Joined: October/01/2003 Location: Texas Status: Offline Points: 7790 |
After reading this thread and knowing what problems can occur from improper mounting it is time for the SWFA disclaimer.
SWFA and any of its subsidiaries are not responsible for damages incurred while following any mounting procedures listed by forum members. We highly recommend you contact the manufacturer for proper assembly and especially tightening specifications. |
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Boomholzer ![]() Optics Apprentice ![]() ![]() Joined: June/20/2004 Status: Offline Points: 219 |
I attached some pictures of the device I was referring to. You try to position your eyes to see both the recticle and the plastic card. Very neanderthal but, it works better than the "this looks level method". The bubble level in the second picture helps to level the rifle when I try to position the recticles off a level crosshair drawn on the garage wall. When not being used to mount scopes, it keeps the rifle where I want it for long range shots. |
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