Zero stop and locking turrets

[Seth H]

Hi all,
Got a question about the push/pull style locking turrets( Athlon Helos BTR or similar style) and their capabilities to match up with the DIY zero stop shim trick. I completely understand the concept of zero stop and how the shims work, im asking because i dont quite know how the push/pull style turrets work as i have never owned a scope with this same style of locking turrets. Is it possible? If so any difference in performing the modification? Thanks for all helpful information.

 

[FatBoy]

zero stop and locking turrets have different functions, even though they can be combined into one turret. Zero stop you get, just a fast way to get back to your closest zero. Locking turrets are just there to keep you from mistakenly putting windage or elevation onto your scope without knowing.

 

[Seth H]

So is it possible with the push/pull style locking turrets to shim and still have them lock?

 

[Zero333]

Yes it's possible.
At least it is on my Bushnell 3.5-21 DMR/hdmr using o-rings under the turret.

But I have no idea about the Athlon. Sorry.

 

[Seth H]

Okay thank you. Ill continue to search about the Helos.

 

[NZVarminter]

try the Athlon enthusiast facebook page. you will get an answer there