Best way to mount Nikon 3-9x40 UCC?

Hi,

Dave Oshel  <dcos @mac.com> wrote:
#I have a Nikon Monarch USS 3-9x40 rifle scope.  What hardware should I
#use to mount this on a .30 '06 Winchester Model 70 Classic
#Featherweight? Is anything specifically the "best" or preferred way,
#without starting any arguments?

I'm putting together a page just on mounts, it's not really done yet:

http://www.charm.net/~kmarsh/mounts.html

Most any mount system will do. The only catch is if there is problems
lining-up. If large windage (L to R) adjustment is needed, it is best
to do it with the mounts/rings and not in the scope. Some setups don't
allow any windage adjustments.

If there is elevation problems, you have too look at either shims or
filing or machining the mount.

In general, I like windage adjustable systems, because I can fine-tune
them to the point where only a few clicks of adjustment is needed to
finish sight-in.

#The scope is really nice, but the barrel is only 134 mm from bell to
#bell, so I'm a bit stumped.  It wouldn't fit on my Savage Model 110,
#which is why I'm trading up to the M70.

A common problem with the 110. Extension rings will usually fix it.
Sometimes you need only one, sometimes you need to. The are offset a
half inch or so forward (or back) of their mount point. Everyone makes
them but I have a special liking for the Millet brand for Weaver mounts.
They are strong, steel, and incorporate a windage adjustment that most
Weaver style rings lack.

Because of the windage adjustment, you have to be more careful not
to kink the scope when mounting. It should drop all the way in the
lower ring halves without interference.

If there is a local gun shop that sells a complete line-up of mounts and
rings, including extensions, it might be worthwhile to bring in your
rifle and scope, and eyeball the setup before plunking down the money.
If the shop has a collimator and scope lapping equipment, it may be
worth the $25-$75 to have them mount it. Sometimes you can get a
discount on that by buying the mounts, rings and some ammo while you are
there.

Ken.
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