Tried to line up my new .17hmr this weekend. Ended up maxing out the scope it came with trying to get it zeroed. Didn't have any luck. I think the scope is actually setting crooked so I am going to reset it but how can I reset the scope? Any help very appreciated!
Getting a scope back to equal?
- Thread starter Tenn.Guy
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infoman jr.
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That'll work.Tenn.Guy said:
Here's the method I prefer. Hold a mirror up against the bell of the scope. Look though the scope and line up the reticle with its reflection so the 2 intersections coincide. Quick & easy.
Either method will work. Sounds like you have a ring or mount problem. Make sure everything is seated. Worst case you can shim the rings. Shouldn't matter on a light recoil rifle. Make sure you don't crank the rings down if they're not aligned. You'll damage the scope.
statelineRUT
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Go to your bathroom mirror and place the scope against the mirror flush and look thru it. Turn the wind and elev until they pair up.
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infoman jr.
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good ideastatelineRUT said:
statelineRUT
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infoman jr. said:good ideastatelineRUT said:
My bad. Guess I should read all posts before putting in my two cents. :crazy:
Thanks guys. Fixed 2 scopes in 30 second in the bathroom. Wife gave me a pretty funny look. I thought the scope was setting crooked on the gun. After removal back ring/base is very wobbly. Going to fix it in a min and get it back together. Thanks again!
Never heard about the mirror deal.
I got a scope I need to try that on.
I got a scope I need to try that on.
sure shot
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nice advice !!
