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Post by whiskeylima on Oct 28, 2018 10:19:13 GMT -5
I recently acquired a SRH in 480 Ruger. I am in the process of getting set up to load for the gun. For the first time I plan to mount a magnified scope on a revolver. I would appreciate any recommendations as to mounts (use a rail with rings or just rings) and scopes. I would anticipate shooting to 150 and hopefully beyond. A non-magnified optic is a consideration but I will likely go the other route. Thanks for the help !
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Post by bradshaw on Oct 28, 2018 11:36:21 GMT -5
I recently acquired a SRH in 480 Ruger. I am in the process of getting set up to load for the gun. For the first time I plan to mount a magnified scope on a revolver. I would appreciate any recommendations as to mounts (use a rail with rings or just rings) and scopes. I would anticipate shooting to 150 and hopefully beyond. A non-magnified optic is a consideration but I will likely go the other route. Thanks for the help ! ***** whiskeylima.... the simple old Leupold M8 2x19mm EER (Extended Eye Relief) with friction adjustment and Duplex reticle set the bar high for durable handgun scopes. 2x is a most practical magnification for field handgunning. Eye relief is generous, magnification of shooter movement minimal. Unfortunately, this grand old Leupold is not listed in current catalog. I enjoyed excellent service from a Nikon 2x, but never subjected to rigors the Leupold 2x took in stride. If I couldn’t find a Leupold 2x, I’d look for a Nikon or Weaver of same power. Note, I am not up to date on quality of current handgun scopes. My experience with Leupold 2x, 4x, and 2.5-8x EER scopes----with both friction adjustments and target micrometer clicks----has been exemplary. I keep fingernail polish handy for painting crossbolt threads of Ruger rings----which otherwise have a habit of vibrating loose. David Bradshaw |
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Post by wheelguns on Oct 28, 2018 12:27:45 GMT -5
In my limited experience, I have found that simpler is better for mounting options. If your redhawk is cut for scope rings that is the way I would at least start. If not Jack Weigand makes some very good mounting options. Since you are putting this on a 480, I would buy a high quality scope. I bought an inexpensive scope for one of my .22lr pistols, and it worked fine. When the same scope was moved to a .45c, it was all over the place. I am posting this because maybe you will not make the same mistakes that I made.
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Post by cas on Oct 28, 2018 12:36:54 GMT -5
I learned that light weight mounts and rings are best, easier to keep on the gun. Steel mounts and rings may sound good, but combined with the scope, it's a lot of mass for those little screws to hold. More than two rings can be a big plus too if you have room. There's nothing more frustrating than getting it sighted in, only to have the scope move and need to start all over again.
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Post by whiskeylima on Oct 28, 2018 13:17:53 GMT -5
Thank you all for the advice. I’ll start looking for a scope and some rings to direct mount.
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Post by coldtriggerfinger on Oct 28, 2018 13:49:15 GMT -5
The factory 1" Ruger rings are very strong and secure.
I had great success with the fixed 4 power Leupold I had mounted on my 500 A-Square Hannible rifle. Granted , that is not a handgun. But the scope never lost its zero over the years.
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Post by oddshooter on Oct 29, 2018 9:51:33 GMT -5
Welcome Whiskeylima,
One of my favorite expressions, "I can still shoot, I just can't see the target".
As I have aged, I have put more scopes on handguns. It took a while to learn what I needed.
David's advice is pure wisdom. Learning to shoot handguns with scopes can test your patience. The "aura" around the outside ring as you try to magnify stops most folks from liking scopes on handguns. So don't start there. Start with 2X and get used to looking through a scope with Extended Eye Relief (EER).
Discovering your arm length shooting position is required before you begin searching for mounts and the mounting position. Using EER is an acquired skill. It is much more difficult if you have ignored it until you start shooting. You need to match your extended position, your eyes, the mounts, the mount position, and the rings position on the scope to your specific scope's EER range.
The rewards at 150 yards are huge. It opens up a whole new world of shooting and keeps the decrepit amongst us in the game. Revolvers at 100 yards plus is FUN !!!
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Post by Snyd on Oct 29, 2018 10:17:38 GMT -5
I'll defer back to the Weaver 2X. It really is a great scope. Same size as the Leupold 4X. Long eye relief. I had one on my 45 Colt Bisley Hunter for several years and hundreds if not thousands of 355gr 1200fps loads. Weaver claims it will hold up to thousands of rounds of 454. My buddy hooked my up with a 4X Leupold, I sold the weaver but wish I'd kept it. With a rest the 4X is a 100yd plus setup but the 2X is better off hand, has a larger FOV, etc. It's on my FA 454. I'll probably get another 2X Weaver for the BisHunter at some point.
I don't know anything about this but this guys got a Leup 4X and a Weaver 2X for sale. I'd buy the Weaver but I've got my $$ headed somewhere else for the time being. $100 for a NIB Weaver 2X is a steal. I sold my used one for $150..
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Post by potatojudge on Oct 29, 2018 10:26:53 GMT -5
For me eye relief is critical. The Leupold 2x and 4x are perfect with about 12 inches of relief. The variable power Leupold is something like 14-15 inches and is uncomfortable for me.
Of all the scopes I've used, the Leupold 2x is the most forgiving and easiest to shoot. As a bonus, they're not all that expensive on the used market.
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Post by mar on Oct 29, 2018 11:08:49 GMT -5
I'll defer back to the Weaver 2X. It really is a great scope. Same size as the Leupold 4X. Long eye relief. I had one on my 45 Colt Bisley Hunter for several years and hundreds if not thousands of 355gr 1200fps loads. Weaver claims it will hold up to thousands of rounds of 454. My buddy hooked my up with a 4X Leupold, I sold the weaver but wish I'd kept it. With a rest the 4X is a 100yd plus setup but the 2X is better off hand, has a larger FOV, etc. It's on my FA 454. I'll probably get another 2X Weaver for the BisHunter at some point. I don't know anything about this but this guys got a Leup 4X and a Weaver 2X for sale. I'd buy the Weaver but I've got my $$ headed somewhere else for the time being. $100 for a NIB Weaver 2X is a steal. I sold my used one for $150.. Is that someone local to you that is selling these scopes? I’d be interested in the Leupold. |
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Post by Snyd on Oct 29, 2018 11:59:22 GMT -5
I'll defer back to the Weaver 2X. It really is a great scope. Same size as the Leupold 4X. Long eye relief. I had one on my 45 Colt Bisley Hunter for several years and hundreds if not thousands of 355gr 1200fps loads. Weaver claims it will hold up to thousands of rounds of 454. My buddy hooked my up with a 4X Leupold, I sold the weaver but wish I'd kept it. With a rest the 4X is a 100yd plus setup but the 2X is better off hand, has a larger FOV, etc. It's on my FA 454. I'll probably get another 2X Weaver for the BisHunter at some point. I don't know anything about this but this guys got a Leup 4X and a Weaver 2X for sale. I'd buy the Weaver but I've got my $$ headed somewhere else for the time being. $100 for a NIB Weaver 2X is a steal. I sold my used one for $150.. Is that someone local to you that is selling these scopes? I’d be interested in the Leupold. whoops, I forgot to post the link. It's an ad on the Ruger forum I ran across a couple days ago. I don't know anything about the seller. www.rugerforum.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=41&t=271502&p=2716557&hilit=weaver#p2716557 |
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Post by magnumwheelman on Oct 29, 2018 13:30:40 GMT -5
you've gotten great advice... I started scoping handguns 15 - 20 years ago, as I'd never shot handguns before, & could barely hit the broad side of a barn from the inside... a 3X9 is much too high a power, unless you are shooting from a bench, & even then it takes much practice & skill... after that, I thought a 2 X 7 would be Ok for hunting, rationalizing, that I could use the higher power for spotting, & the lower powers for actual hunting... I actually find even 2X often too high, if the animals are close, or moving too rapidly... I've got to admit, I'd like to use a reflex sight, but have not been overly impressed with the 4-5 I've tried, which brings me back to fiber optic front & rear sights, that most of my serious hunting handguns now wear...
your Super Redhawk should have Ruger factory mounts... that is the 1st place I'd start...
a couple observations for the boomers... I've found Burris scopes to be as good a quality as any out there, but they often have less eye relief, & have have longer than normal arms... having long arms, I've found Vortex scopes to have more generous eye relief than most other scope brands, so those have a tendency to work better for me... I'd rank Leupold & Burris at tops for quality, & Weaver Nikon, & Vortex just behind those...
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Post by smokingun on Oct 29, 2018 15:52:10 GMT -5
I'll defer back to the Weaver 2X. It really is a great scope. Same size as the Leupold 4X. Long eye relief. I had one on my 45 Colt Bisley Hunter for several years and hundreds if not thousands of 355gr 1200fps loads. Weaver claims it will hold up to thousands of rounds of 454. My buddy hooked my up with a 4X Leupold, I sold the weaver but wish I'd kept it. With a rest the 4X is a 100yd plus setup but the 2X is better off hand, has a larger FOV, etc. It's on my FA 454. I'll probably get another 2X Weaver for the BisHunter at some point. I don't know anything about this but this guys got a Leup 4X and a Weaver 2X for sale. I'd buy the Weaver but I've got my $$ headed somewhere else for the time being. $100 for a NIB Weaver 2X is a steal. I sold my used one for $150.. +1 on the Weaver 2x. I've been using one my 44 bishunter for a few months and I'm very happy with it. One thing I did find is I had to screw the back out some. It looked like it didn't have any magnification with it all the way in. |
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Post by matt56 on Oct 29, 2018 16:00:21 GMT -5
One of the things I routinely look for at gun shows is the Leupold M8 EER 2x and 4x. Usually can be had for $150-$200 in really nice shape. I have a few revolvers and contender barrels that wear these scopes and I love them.
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Post by whiskeylima on Oct 29, 2018 16:15:34 GMT -5
What great info and advice. Thank you all. Unfortunately I am the third owner of this gun and it did not come with factory rings. I am considering both the factory rings and Warne QD rings. I waffle back and forth on going with a non-magnified optic. As my eyes age I am pressed to try some magnification. Once I start loading and putting the gun through it’s paces I will make a decision. There is something very appealing about shooting pistols at distance, especially if I can see the target.....
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