How to Sight in a Rifle Scope Presented by Larry Potterfield | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing

Published on August 27, 2012
Duration: 1:39

This guide details the process of sighting in a rifle scope, starting with proper mounting and bore sighting at 25 yards. It emphasizes adjusting the scope's turrets to match the bullet's impact point after the initial shot. The final step involves confirming accuracy with a group at 100 yards, ensuring the rifle is properly zeroed.

Quick Summary

To sight in a rifle scope, begin by bore sighting at 25 yards. Align the bore with the target, then adjust crosshairs. Fire one shot and adjust turrets to the bullet hole. Finally, confirm zero at 100 yards with a three-shot group.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Sighting In
  2. 00:18Scope Mounting Basics
  3. 00:30Bore Sighting at 25 Yards
  4. 00:47Initial Shot and Adjustment
  5. 01:05Zeroing at 100 Yards

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first step in sighting in a rifle scope?

The first step is bore sighting at 25 yards. With the bolt removed, look down the bore to center the bullseye, then adjust the scope's crosshairs to the target center without moving the rifle.

How do you make initial adjustments after bore sighting?

After bore sighting, fire one shot at 25 yards. Keeping the rifle steady, adjust the scope's turrets to move the crosshairs directly onto the bullet hole you just made.

What is the final step for zeroing a rifle scope?

Set a fresh target at 100 yards. Fire a single shot to confirm placement, then fire a three-shot group to verify accuracy and ensure a consistent grouping.

What tools are recommended for adjusting scope turrets?

The video demonstrates using a coin to adjust the turrets on a Leupold scope. This method is convenient for making precise adjustments in the field.

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