Do you want plumb crosshairs or level turret ?
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When I test my scope for actual adjustments (not as merchandised), I mount and set a 'ScopLevel' on the scope tube. This puts the gun shooting a plumb box through full range of adjustments.
With that, I can move the scope from gun to gun with no more concern for level.
I don't care about the cross hair, the turret, the rings, the action, it's bedding, the stock, bags or the rest.
40 clicks up for me, is 40 plumb clicks, up regardless of all else.
With that, I can move the scope from gun to gun with no more concern for level.
I don't care about the cross hair, the turret, the rings, the action, it's bedding, the stock, bags or the rest.
40 clicks up for me, is 40 plumb clicks, up regardless of all else.
I‘ve always used a plumb line and target test but last time I tried the digital protractor method. It worked ok but I really didn’t like assuming the turret was plumb with the reticle. Target test was fine. Scope was Vortex Golden Eagle.
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If the reticle is canted and you hold for elevation or for wind it will introduce error. If the turret is canted and you verify it introduces windage with the tall target test, that is also error regardless of the reticle. Pick your poison. The real answer is get a scope with an absolutely perfect reticle alignment, but even really expensive ones may be off a little. It also varies by sample, not just brand or model.
Ultimate reloader checked a good number of scopes and found the caps were often off. The bottom of the scope under the turret was better. cant remember the name of the machinist tool recommended to place on the bottom of the scope that you can then put the level on.
It depends on the turret design, but i try to use the surface under the cap if it is suitable. If not I use the cap. Then i check the reticle with the flashlight trick and a plumb bob hanging on the wall. I go from there. Finally a tall target test. I only do this for the scopes I plan to dial. When hunting I only use the reticle, so that is all that matters.
Ultimate reloader checked a good number of scopes and found the caps were often off. The bottom of the scope under the turret was better. cant remember the name of the machinist tool recommended to place on the bottom of the scope that you can then put the level on.
It depends on the turret design, but i try to use the surface under the cap if it is suitable. If not I use the cap. Then i check the reticle with the flashlight trick and a plumb bob hanging on the wall. I go from there. Finally a tall target test. I only do this for the scopes I plan to dial. When hunting I only use the reticle, so that is all that matters.
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