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.
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.
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.