A BETTER BUBBLE LEVEL????

[dusterdave173]

You all know that scope bubble levels can be a PIA--You take most any bubble level no matter the price and when you put it on a flat surface--then swap ends--you see they are not very accurate--I found these $9 levels on Amazon and the big selling feature is that it has two set screws Under each end of the level--you can adjust it to get it correct. I like this style as most that go around the scope make it hard to get to the underside fastener with a TQ wrench etc
I placed 8 levels on a surface plate the other day--note the position of the bubbles--then swap ends and wow! Even $$ bubble levels can be off--I think the glass tubes have taper in them --who knows but these levels at least address the issue and let you fight back a little--for the price it is worth a gamble--I like my first one a lot and plan on a few more.

 

[SKWERLZ]

 

[coldboreshot]

This^^^^^^^^^^^ Run 'em on all my tac platforms.

 

[long40shot]

I just ordered an Unknown Mutitions rail mounted bubble level. Not really any reviews that i could find, but claims to be made in the USA. I will check back in after I get it.

 

[K22]

I use the Vortex model which clamps on to the scope. Seems to work well.

 

[ShtrRdy]

My favorite is the Flatline Ops tube mounted levels. I think the reaction of the bubble to tilt angle is really good. Since they're rather expensive I have a couple Vortex levels and try to deal with the twitchy bubble response.

 

[dusterdave173]

I appreciate the ideas on what works for folks
All info is good info
I just thought the 'adjustable" bubble was a neat innovation and especially for $9

 

[D-4297]

Have the Vortex scope levels on both of my Comp rifles . Not a minutes problem in six years .

 

[charlie b]

The level solution is a good one. And, yeah, I bet the bubble tubes aren't the most exact in the world. Used to have machinists levels but they are overkill for scope use/mounting.

I have the ones that clamp to the sight. I think I have a Burris and Vortex and they both work well. I also have one that goes on the pic rail, but, it is one I did on the 3d printer. Works ok but is harder to see.

 

[Luisyamaha]

I agree the adjustability of the level is a great idea. I have some similar to the OP's, but without adjustability and they have worked well for me. As long as I place the bubble in the same location vis-a-vis the lines, it's all good, level or not. Repeatability is what I'm going for. But I do like those QPongs.

Luisyamaha

 

[Timon]

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This one is it!!! The best bubble ever out there.

 

[ELR LVR]

You all know that scope bubble levels can be a PIA--You take most any bubble level no matter the price and when you put it on a flat surface--then swap ends--you see they are not very accurate--I found these $9 levels on Amazon and the big selling feature is that it has two set screws Under each end of the level--you can adjust it to get it correct. I like this style as most that go around the scope make it hard to get to the underside fastener with a TQ wrench etc
I placed 8 levels on a surface plate the other day--note the position of the bubbles--then swap ends and wow! Even $$ bubble levels can be off--I think the glass tubes have taper in them --who knows but these levels at least address the issue and let you fight back a little--for the price it is worth a gamble--I like my first one a lot and plan on a few more.

I agree with the price
I have had bubble levels in everything from a cheap tape measure to a writing pen
They are not that complicated of an instrument and should not be that expensive
Great find for $9.00 !!!

 

[M-61]

This one is it!!! The best bubble ever out there.

That you’ve experience with. Or have you tested and compared every one ever made?

 

[Fire Dog]

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Yes, I have one and was able to get the Tritium insert for them from a site in China…
They were made for the Gomer-ment and they did get the ones with tritium…
Let’s you see the bubble ball in the dark and low light situations…
Tritium is a radioactive gas that is put glass tubes or other transparent shapes and it the always glowing watch illumination. Lasts for about 10-13 years.
There is a rubber plug that covers the area that the tritium tube goes into.
Easy to see and the ball does not roll so quickly as a bubble moves in some anti-canting levels.

 

[6BRA]

Only 1 problem with all bubble levels. While reading making changes they are slow to respond. An electronic level will react 10 times faster minimum.

 

[Hi-NV Shooter]

You all know that scope bubble levels can be a PIA--You take most any bubble level no matter the price and when you put it on a flat surface--then swap ends--you see they are not very accurate--I found these $9 levels on Amazon and the big selling feature is that it has two set screws Under each end of the level--you can adjust it to get it correct. I like this style as most that go around the scope make it hard to get to the underside fastener with a TQ wrench etc
I placed 8 levels on a surface plate the other day--note the position of the bubbles--then swap ends and wow! Even $$ bubble levels can be off--I think the glass tubes have taper in them --who knows but these levels at least address the issue and let you fight back a little--for the price it is worth a gamble--I like my first one a lot and plan on a few more.

I have been using this level for a number of years after trying different levels. I mainly use it to ensure rifle is level in the rest. the only thing is the mounting screws are at the bottom so a little tricky to tighten.
ACD Anti cant device

Lee

 

[SKWERLZ]

Only 1 problem with all bubble levels. While reading making changes they are slow to respond. An electronic level will react 10 times faster minimum.

Generally yes but the accuracy first ones are pretty damn quick.

 

[quest450]

Only 1 problem with all bubble levels. While reading making changes they are slow to respond. An electronic level will react 10 times faster minimum.

Yessir ! that's the reason I went with MDT Send It electronic level on my 1K competition rifles, and you can adjust the sensitivity

 

[6BRA]

Yessir ! that's the reason I went with MDT Send It electronic level on my 1K competition rifles, and you can adjust the sensitivity

100 percent night and day difference.