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Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions
      11/03/09 07:30 AM

The lowest QD rings and bases I've used are Weaver. They are solid, and return to zero as well as any costing many times as much. A coin is needed to remove and replace them, but even that could be overcome with a very little bit of work. They don't look classey like scope mounts costing hundreds of dollars, but if you're not offended by inexpensive equipment that performs just as well, you might give them a try. Just be careful installing the ring caps, as they can mar the finish on the scope.

You will need to set them up right when initially installed, and for each re-installation. There is play between the slots and crossbolts. On the initial installation, put each ring on the base, and make certain to slide it forward until it stops, holding it there while the clamp is tightened. Then place the scope on the ring bottoms and install the caps. I use 20 inch-pounds on the ring screws. Each time the scope is re-installed, slightly snug the clamps, then slide the scope forward until it bumps against the front of the slot. This procedure will ensure the scope returns to the previous setting, and the rings will not move under recoil.

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Take care, Tom
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* Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions taw1126 11/03/09 06:43 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions 4seventy   12/03/09 01:42 PM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions tophet1   12/03/09 03:35 PM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions rscott   13/03/09 10:10 PM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Kalunga   13/03/09 03:57 PM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions taw1126   14/03/09 06:25 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Kalunga   14/03/09 06:57 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions 9.3x57   14/03/09 12:18 PM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Pigeon   13/03/09 10:05 PM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Kalunga   14/03/09 04:08 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions bonanza   11/03/09 08:27 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Kalunga   11/03/09 09:59 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Tatume   11/03/09 10:15 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Der_Jaeger   11/03/09 10:37 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Tatume   11/03/09 10:46 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions bonanza   11/03/09 11:01 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions xausa   11/03/09 11:13 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions eagle27   11/03/09 05:51 PM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Ripp   12/03/09 11:43 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions taw1126   12/03/09 11:53 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions 9.3x57   12/03/09 12:26 PM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Tatume   11/03/09 07:30 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions taw1126   11/03/09 08:05 AM
. * * Re: Lowest QD Bases for Bolt Actions Kalunga   11/03/09 07:29 AM

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