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Why I prefer scopes with rail for hunting

Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2025 5:07 am
by trazman
We all know that mounting a scope is not something that everyone can do. Anyway with a scope with rail and some basic tools I believe almost everyone is capable of doing it. And that is not the most important part. On a nice rifle like our beloved Blaser a railed scope is much nicer. Here is a video of Blaser mounts and a guide on how to mount a scope with the integrated rail. Enjoy.


Re: Why I prefer scopes with rail for hunting

Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2025 6:19 am
by canalrifle
Thanks for sharing the good info.

Re: Why I prefer scopes with rail for hunting

Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2025 7:47 am
by MM
Very nice video

Re: Why I prefer scopes with rail for hunting

Posted: Sun Jan 18, 2026 8:10 am
by OVHunter
Big help. Tks.

Re: Why I prefer scopes with rail for hunting

Posted: Sun Jan 18, 2026 3:38 pm
by thechamp
Only way to go no matter what rifle you're using. It's such a simple installation and anyone with basic skills can accomplish it in seconds. Biggest plus is your scope remains nice and not damaged with unsightly ring marks. Purchased a Zeiss Conquest some years back that came with Talley rings on it. When I removed them, I found the scope tube was dented. Seen many a scope with serious ring marks caused by Talley rings. Gunsmith buddy says they can be installed without doing damages which is very true. Issue is very few folks have a clue as to how to do it without leaving ring marks and they are too cheap (and or proud) to have a smith do it.

Re: Why I prefer scopes with rail for hunting

Posted: Thu Jan 22, 2026 4:46 pm
by analog_peninsula
Also, some idiot invented the 2/3 ring that snaps over the barrel of the scope, almost guaranteeing a scratch. I hate the design with a fiery burning passion, but occasionally there's no choice. Leupold, Innomount, and Dentler all make these criminal devices.

Re: Why I prefer scopes with rail for hunting

Posted: Fri Jan 23, 2026 7:41 am
by slugslinger
analog_peninsula wrote: Thu Jan 22, 2026 4:46 pm Also, some idiot invented the 2/3 ring that snaps over the barrel of the scope, almost guaranteeing a scratch. I hate the design with a fiery burning passion, but occasionally there's no choice. Leupold, Innomount, and Dentler all make these criminal devices.

Amen!!!! Unbelievably stupid design.

Regards,

Re: Why I prefer scopes with rail for hunting

Posted: Fri Jan 23, 2026 7:42 pm
by thechamp
slugslinger wrote: Fri Jan 23, 2026 7:41 am
analog_peninsula wrote: Thu Jan 22, 2026 4:46 pm Also, some idiot invented the 2/3 ring that snaps over the barrel of the scope, almost guaranteeing a scratch. I hate the design with a fiery burning passion, but occasionally there's no choice. Leupold, Innomount, and Dentler all make these criminal devices.

Amen!!!! Unbelievably stupid design.

Regards,
DITTO! I recall hearing there was a good reason but in my opinion it was about as stupid a move as anyone could make. And of course everybody else had to climb on too. Whenever I see an old Blaser Mount with rings as long as it's not crazy high, I pick it up. I have a few of the new ones and hate using them but they didn't give us much choice.