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Originally Posted By Rajeev762x39⏩
SpuhrRecommendations for a 30mm scope mount for an AR picatinny rail? (Tall enough to clear a rear MBUS)
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
I dunno man, California has beaches, mountains, lakes, rivers, you can ride a motorcycle pretty much year round in most of the state. If we're saying "this place would be great if it weren't for the ****ty politics and laws", California is top three on my list.Nope. You know better than that.
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
Vertically split rings (ie ADM mounts) can screw up erector assemblies and are generally not recommended by people in the know.ADM Recon-X if you want QD, Aero Ultralight SPR if not
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Originally Posted By Aaron47pb⏩
Tighten to spec.Vertically split rings (ie ADM mounts) can screw up erector assemblies and are generally not recommended by people in the know.
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Originally Posted By NickDigger⏩
Yes. If onlyI dunno man, California has beaches, mountains, lakes, rivers, you can ride a motorcycle pretty much year round in most of the state. If we're saying "this place would be great if it weren't for the ****ty politics and laws", California is top three on my list.
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
Think it has more to do with scope design. The erector assemblies get pressure from the sides on a vertically split ring. It causes binding issues, which are not present on horizontally split rings.Tighten to spec.
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Originally Posted By Aaron47pb⏩
I'm going to expound on this because the guy I was backseating took 5 phone calls on this subject the first two days I was there.Vertically split rings (ie ADM mounts) can screw up erector assemblies and are generally not recommended by people in the know.
Regardless of the ring geometry, if you tighten your rings beyond spec, you can introduce adjustment issues to your windage/elevation adjustments (and even affect group size) by overtightening your rings and squeezing your main tube.
Swarovski has a particular issue with this because there's very little "slop" between the tube wall and the erector system.
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10-29-2017, 04:58 PM
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
Which is why tightening to spec is so important. Overtightening results in compression of the tube, impacting your erector assembly regardless of whether it's being compressed from above or the side.Think it has more to do with scope design. The erector assemblies get pressure from the sides on a vertically split ring. It causes binding issues, which are not present on horizontally split rings.
Binding, restriction of ROA, and wandering zero can all come from a crushed tube.
I think I heard the phrase "inch-lbs torque wrench" 30 times in the last week.
Tighten to spec.
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10-29-2017, 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
But which spec? What is the scope tube spec? Ring spec can vary from 15-65 in/lbWhich is why tightening to spec is so important. Overtightening results in compression of the tube, impacting your erector assembly regardless of whether it's being compressed from above or the side.
Binding, restriction of ROA, and wandering zero can all come from a crushed tube.
I think I heard the phrase "inch-lbs torque wrench" 30 times in the last week.
Tighten to spec.
Binding, restriction of ROA, and wandering zero can all come from a crushed tube.
I think I heard the phrase "inch-lbs torque wrench" 30 times in the last week.
Tighten to spec.
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
Rings would determine the constriction on the tube. I always go ring spec, and I use blue loctite on threads when shooting anything with forward recoil like spring air rifles, or bows.But which spec? What is the scope tube spec? Ring spec can vary from 15-65 in/lb
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
Each ring only has one spec, which is the manufacturer's spec for that ring, which is the level of torque that will constrict the ring to the appropriate diameter to hold a scope of a given diameter. This is why having an inch-lbs torque wrench is so important. Apparently lots of people use the "finger tight method" for all of their scopes, which is fine on cheap garbage, which generally has more slop in the tube, but potentially disastrous for scopes that maximize elevation adjustment in the tube (or lens size for clarity, like Swaro) if the rings take a really fine torque setting.But which spec? Ring spec can vary from 15-65 in/lb
Badger Ordnance rings are only spec'd for 12 in-lbs for example, so it's really easy to overtighten those:http://www.badgerordnance.com/media/...-and-bases.pdf
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10-29-2017, 05:27 PM
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Originally Posted By Plateauplower⏩
Did you know wetting the threads changes the torque applied?Rings would determine the constriction on the tube. I always go ring spec, and I use blue loctite on threads when shooting anything with forward recoil like spring air rifles, or bows.
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
Correct, but there are still variances. The hold from the rings cannot possibly be the same from one ring manufacturer to the next, even if torqued to their spec.Each ring only has one spec, which is the manufacturer's spec for that ring, which is the level of torque that will constrict the ring to the appropriate diameter to hold a scope of a given diameter. This is why having an inch-lbs torque wrench is so important. Apparently lots of people use the "finger tight method" for all of their scopes, which is fine on cheap garbage, which generally has more slop in the tube, but potentially disastrous for scopes that maximize elevation adjustment in the tube (or lens size for clarity, like Swaro) if the rings take a really fine torque setting.
Badger Ordnance rings are only spec'd for 12 in-lbs for example, so it's really easy to overtighten those:http://www.badgerordnance.com/media/...-and-bases.pdf
Badger Ordnance rings are only spec'd for 12 in-lbs for example, so it's really easy to overtighten those:http://www.badgerordnance.com/media/...-and-bases.pdf
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
Each ring manufacturer has a given torque setting for each of their products. Did you intend for the bold to be "scope"?Correct, but there are still variances. The hold from the rings cannot possibly be the same from oneringmanufacturer to the next, even if torqued to their spec.
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
No. One ring manufacturers "hold" from their torque, isn't necessarily "proper" just because it's their spec. Tightened to their spec or not, there is a lot of info online advocating against the use of vertical rings.Each ring manufacturer has a given torque setting for each of their products. Did you intend for the bold to be "scope"?
Nightforce, Badger, RRS, Seekins, etc. all make horizontal rings. That can't be coincidence. I'm not knocking ADM, but they make AR QD mounts. Nothing precision about them and certainly not something I would want expensive glass in.
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
NF, Badger, Seekins, and even Vortex all make horizontal rings, but LaRue and ADM both use vert rings in their cantilever mounts. Why? Why does Aero use a vertical ring? Probably because they're putting the thinnest part of the ring assembly in the horizontal plane of the scope, rather than because they're cutting corners.No. One ring manufacturers "hold" from their torque, isn't necessarily "proper" just because it's their spec. Tightened to their spec or not, there is a lot of info online advocating against the use of vertical rings.
Nightforce, Badger, RRS, Seekins, etc. all make horizontal rings. That can't be coincidence. I'm not knocking ADM, but they make AR QD mounts. Nothing precision about them and certainly not something I would want expensive glass in.
Nightforce, Badger, RRS, Seekins, etc. all make horizontal rings. That can't be coincidence. I'm not knocking ADM, but they make AR QD mounts. Nothing precision about them and certainly not something I would want expensive glass in.
Considering the number of accomplished shooters who've spent absurd amounts of money on scopes, rifles, and mounting who still have issues, my suspicion is that the issues being read about on the internet are a result of guys who have mounted 100s of scopes "the same way" running into issues when they attempt to mount a precision optic without bothering to read the mfg's specs on the particular set of rings they're using.
BTW, the Spuhr you recommended tightens at 45 degrees, which compresses the tube both vertically and horizontally.
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
Did you know wetting the threads changes the torque applied?
Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
Ya, well you are correct in the technical physics, and potential ramifications; my real world experience suggests using the correct tools (inch lb torque device, a plumb bob, and a few good levels) will get the job done reliably.Correct, but there are still variances. The hold from the rings cannot possibly be the same from one ring manufacturer to the next, even if torqued to their spec.
There are actually a lot of good scopes, mounts and rings now made by the same companies in the Far East that make the expensive ones at the same specifications for cents on the dollar. Mostly because you don't get to have that sticker on your range box
.I'm pretty sure all of the glass comes from China, or is at least ground there. Most of the aluminum is done there too, at least the smelting. Enviro regs make it hard for any high heat work here on bigger capacities.
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
45 degree is best way. That's why I recommended it. Also being a smart-ass, as the mounts are $415NF, Badger, Seekins, and even Vortex all make horizontal rings, but LaRue and ADM both use vert rings in their cantilever mounts. Why? Why does Aero use a vertical ring? Probably because they're putting the thinnest part of the ring assembly in the horizontal plane of the scope, rather than because they're cutting corners.
Considering the number of accomplished shooters who've spent absurd amounts of money on scopes, rifles, and mounting who still have issues, my suspicion is that the issues being read about on the internet are a result of guys who have mounted 100s of scopes "the same way" running into issues when they attempt to mount a precision optic without bothering to read the mfg's specs on the particular set of rings they're using.
BTW, the Spuhr you recommended tightens at 45 degrees, which compresses the tube both vertically and horizontally.
Considering the number of accomplished shooters who've spent absurd amounts of money on scopes, rifles, and mounting who still have issues, my suspicion is that the issues being read about on the internet are a result of guys who have mounted 100s of scopes "the same way" running into issues when they attempt to mount a precision optic without bothering to read the mfg's specs on the particular set of rings they're using.
BTW, the Spuhr you recommended tightens at 45 degrees, which compresses the tube both vertically and horizontally.
ADM, Larue, and Aero all make verticle rings. They are also companies that design products for AR's.
Precision companies (listed above in my other post) use horizontal. If no differences, why the split between the two types?
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Opened a can of worms with that one. Every set up is different, but it’s usually a combination of scope design, rings/mounts being out of spec, and being installed/torqued improperly.
People don’t have these issues with Spuhr mounts. Probably because they aren’t out of spec and they aren’t vertical.
People don’t have these issues with Spuhr mounts. Probably because they aren’t out of spec and they aren’t vertical.
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Originally Posted By Aaron47pb⏩
Spuhr mount is best mount.Opened a can of worms with that one. Every set up is different, but it’s usually a combination of scope design, rings/mounts being out of spec, and being installed/torqued improperly.
People don’t have these issues with Spuhr mounts. Probably because they aren’t out of spec and they aren’t vertical.
People don’t have these issues with Spuhr mounts. Probably because they aren’t out of spec and they aren’t vertical.
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
My suspicion would be that the driving factor is weight and ease of mounting. It's much easier to mount a horizontally split ring than a vertical one. On a 1-piece, a vertical mount allows you to mill out the greatest volume of material from the ring to reduce weight, or, in Aero's case, allows you to eliminate 4 hex bolts from your mount.45 degree is best way. That's why I recommended it.
ADM, Larue, and Aero all make verticle rings. They are also companies that design products for AR's.
Precision companies (listed above in my other post) use horizontal. If no differences, why the split between the two types?
ADM, Larue, and Aero all make verticle rings. They are also companies that design products for AR's.
Precision companies (listed above in my other post) use horizontal. If no differences, why the split between the two types?
Horizontal rings are going to be easier to mount, and since they're generally not on 1-piece mounts, weight is less of a concern.
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
unless you're mounting your scope to a base that's 1/100th of an inch off of alignment, in which case Burris signature rings are the best, and you get to tell your customer that their $400 Spuhr mount is worthless.Spuhr mount is best mount.
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
Burris signature? What do you think happens when you tq a scope into rings that are slightly off from each other? Got sum bad news.unless you're mounting your scope to a base that's 1/100th of an inch off of alignment, in which case Burris signature rings are the best, and you get to tell your customer that their $400 Spuhr mount is worthless.
Spuhr mount is goat mount.
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
Dead serious, these are the rings Swaro and Kahles recommend:https://www.burrisoptics.com/signature-ringsBurris signature?
Spuhr mount is goat mount.
Spuhr mount is goat mount.
I'd never even heard of them.
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
I use them on my .22, with a Nikon rimfire scope. Would never put a swaro/kahles in them.Dead serious, these are the rings Swaro and Kahles recommend:https://www.burrisoptics.com/signature-rings
I'd never even heard of them.
I'd never even heard of them.
The argument for scope bases being out of spec warrants a one-piece mount even more. Not an issue with custom actions, but a one piece mount is still nice for RTZ needs.
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Originally Posted By Sp3cialK⏩
My experience with mounting options isn't as great as yours, since I've only ever used a Burris PEPR (did not like), my ADM Recon-X (which I've been very happy with on my Trijicon Accupoint 1-4) , and a set of Vortex Precision Matched rings. (which have been great for my Vortex)I use them on my .22, with a Nikon rimfire scope. Would never put a swaro/kahles in them.
I'm just telling you offhand that "Burris Signature" is the only set of rings getting discussed by our tech support guys.
I was really impressed with how light the Aero SPR Ultralight was, and hadn't heard anything negative about them, hence the recommendation.
EDIT: I also had an ADM Recon that was not an extended model that I hated because the eye relief was inadequate.
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