Scout Mount for .45-70? Oct 18, 2009 23:22:14 GMT -5 Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by jestergrin on Oct 18, 2009 23:22:14 GMT -5 I have the XS Mount on my 1895 Marlin GS in 45-70 with this scope www.opticsplanet.net/ncstar-pistol-long-eye-relief-scope-2-7x32-pistol-scope-blue-ring-spb2732b.html Works great and will not break the bank. Since hunting season is upon us it might be something to try and see how you like the scout scope set up before you spend a bunch of funds on an expensive scope. They come in both silver and black as this one.