So here is the question I have come up with from previous discussions.
If you look at how a riflescope is constructed the erector tube which contains the reticle is moved by the windage and elevation turrets. These turrets are not directly attached to the erector tube but is kept pushed against them by a spring – so the whole mechanism is free float. Since it is free float, it can be affected by the recoil. So the question is what is its ability to maintain its focus on target in response to this recoil.
Movement of the erector tube in the x, y direction (windage, elevation) means the center of the reticle will also move which translates to a potential different point of aim. When a point of aim changes, where the bullet will go will also change. Since a target at 100 yards is a long way away, even a slight shift of the erector tube can open up a group which is independent of the load, rifle, and shooter.
Any thoughts?
If you look at how a riflescope is constructed the erector tube which contains the reticle is moved by the windage and elevation turrets. These turrets are not directly attached to the erector tube but is kept pushed against them by a spring – so the whole mechanism is free float. Since it is free float, it can be affected by the recoil. So the question is what is its ability to maintain its focus on target in response to this recoil.
Movement of the erector tube in the x, y direction (windage, elevation) means the center of the reticle will also move which translates to a potential different point of aim. When a point of aim changes, where the bullet will go will also change. Since a target at 100 yards is a long way away, even a slight shift of the erector tube can open up a group which is independent of the load, rifle, and shooter.
Any thoughts?