Just installed a Sightron SIII 1-50X60 to my Remington 700. I installed a 20 MOA base and Vortex/Seekins Pecision Matched Rings. I chose the high rings (1.26"), because I was looking for a bit more clearance under the end of the scope, so my mirage shield wouldn't hit my scope cap. My plan is to use this rifle for 600yd FTR, but my local practice range only offers 100yds.
When beginning the load development process last weekend, I found that I was unable to bring the bullet down to zero it at 100yds. The Sightron has 50 MOA vertical adjustment, so I should have 25 MOA to play with. The base used up 20 MOA of the 25, but is it possible the height of the rings used up more than 5 MOA?
I realized I can just zero it at 600, which will be my primary use, but I can also switch to a 10 MOA base and that should solve the problem, because I practice at 100 yards and that would be practical. However, I'm just trying to understand how much ring height affects scope elevation or if there's something else I'm missing?
Adrian
When beginning the load development process last weekend, I found that I was unable to bring the bullet down to zero it at 100yds. The Sightron has 50 MOA vertical adjustment, so I should have 25 MOA to play with. The base used up 20 MOA of the 25, but is it possible the height of the rings used up more than 5 MOA?
I realized I can just zero it at 600, which will be my primary use, but I can also switch to a 10 MOA base and that should solve the problem, because I practice at 100 yards and that would be practical. However, I'm just trying to understand how much ring height affects scope elevation or if there's something else I'm missing?
Adrian
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