Factory scope mounts.

[Tim433]

I know the patriot comes with scope mounts factory installed. My question is, are they worth keeping and using? This is my first bolt rifle and my first scoped firearm. I'll be getting a $50 rebate from Leupold so weaver rings or new rings/bases won't be an issue. Thanks in advance.

 

[Rossignol]

What kind of bases? Weaver style/cross slot?

 

[Tim433]

I'm was either going to pick up the Leupold weaver rings or, if the included mounts aren't worth it, a Leupold Standard Dual Dovetail set-up.

 

[Rossignol]

I used a set of the STD rings and bases. One is a dovetail the other end is not but has screws on each side for gross Sunday's adjustment.

Here's a link to the thread, I have photos on the second page;
http://mossbergowners.com/forum/index.php?threads/scope-ring-options.2666/

I set mine up the way I did because the eye relief was right and I still have iron sights right in front of the scope.

 

[Tim433]

Yes, I was thinking a set-up just like that if I need to replace the weaver bases that come factory installed. If the included bases are ok, I will just get a set of these for the time being.

 

[ROB281]

Noticed that the original rings were loose the other day, started tightening them down, and then the screws stripped out the rings.

Replaced them with Leupold mounts

 

[Rossignol]

@Tim433 I like those a lot.

 

[breeze900rr]

I kept the factory bases (made sure to torque them myself, many leave the factory loose) and bought Burris zee rings (med). I like the set up

 

[Rossignol]

I kept the factory bases (made sure to torque them myself, many leave the factory loose) and bought Burris zee rings (med). I like the set up

I agree, definitely check the torque of the bases whichever way you go.

 

[Tim433]

I ended up keeping by the factory bases and also grabbed Burris Zee rings. Could find the Leupold rings I wanted. I'm happy with the set-up and really excited to get to the range.

 

[Rossignol]

Get some pics and keep us posted! But I really need pics!

 

[Tim433]

Here's a couple.

 

[Rossignol]

I like those a lot, and the weaver bases give some flexibility with mounting.