Posted By: okstatefan
Rings 'n Things - 11/12/19 12:01 AM
I found a left-hand American Predator in 6.5CM. it should arrive next week. I've had the intended scope for a couple of months now, an Athlon Ares 4.5-27x50. The intent is to take it to Jason's class and learn how to run it properly.
My question is about scope mounts, bases and rings. The rifle comes with a factory rail over the receiver, but I don't believe it is Picatinny spec. Should I replace the rail, and should I go +20 MOA if I do? What about rings vs one-piece bases? I have a lot more experience with with AR type mounts, not so much with traditional two-piece rings. With a 50mm objective and traditional rings on the rail, what height rings will I need?
Clearly, this is a budget build, but I don't mind spending money in the right places,
Thanks.
My question is about scope mounts, bases and rings. The rifle comes with a factory rail over the receiver, but I don't believe it is Picatinny spec. Should I replace the rail, and should I go +20 MOA if I do? What about rings vs one-piece bases? I have a lot more experience with with AR type mounts, not so much with traditional two-piece rings. With a 50mm objective and traditional rings on the rail, what height rings will I need?
Clearly, this is a budget build, but I don't mind spending money in the right places,
Thanks.