Mounting Your Optic with Nationally Ranked Precision Rifle Shooter Scott Satterlee

Published on November 12, 2020
Duration: 1:30

This guide details the process of mounting a rifle optic, focusing on achieving correct eye relief and ensuring the optic is securely settled to prevent zero shift. It emphasizes using a torque wrench set to 100 inch-pounds with a wet torque setting and includes a method for settling the optic after initial torquing to maintain zero under stress.

Quick Summary

To properly mount a rifle scope, adjust for correct eye relief by sliding the optic in its rings. Then, hand-tighten the ring screws. Use a torque wrench to tighten them to 100 inch-pounds with a wet torque setting. Finally, give the scope a slight rap to settle it, preventing zero shift.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Eye Relief Adjustment
  2. 00:14Sliding Optic Forward
  3. 00:20Hand Tightening Scope Rings
  4. 00:21Torque Settings and Lube
  5. 00:33Using Torque Wrench
  6. 00:46Settling the Optic
  7. 01:00Checking for Additional Settling
  8. 01:06Importance of Settling

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended torque setting for rifle scope rings?

The recommended torque setting for most rifle scope rings is 100 inch-pounds. It's crucial to use a torque wrench and apply a 'wet' torque setting, meaning a lubricant should be used on the threads.

Why is it important to settle a rifle scope after mounting?

Settling the optic after mounting, often by giving it a slight rap, helps ensure it's firmly seated in the rings. This prevents scope shift and subsequent zero shift when the rifle is subjected to recoil, impacts, or falls.

How do you adjust eye relief on a rifle scope?

Eye relief is adjusted by sliding the scope forward or backward in its rings until you achieve a clear, full field of view without your eye being too close or too far from the eyepiece when shouldering the rifle.

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