{"id":2491,"date":"2019-09-02T19:30:08","date_gmt":"2019-09-02T19:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/?p=2491"},"modified":"2025-10-07T18:42:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T18:42:27","slug":"how-to-mount-a-rifle-scope","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/how-to-mount-a-rifle-scope\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Mount A Rifle Scope"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">For many hunters and shooters, the warmer spring and summer months allow time for some much needed maintenance, cleaning, and assessment of your firearms. In the process, it\u2019s not uncommon to pickup a new rifle to break in before heading into the field later in the year. With a new rifle, that often means you&#8217;ll need to know how to mount a rifle scope as well.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">While using iron sights can be a fun way to shoot, adding a scope to your rifle extends your reach and improves the accuracy of those hard to place shots.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">In this article, I&#8217;ll show you a step-by-step process detailing how to mount a rifle scope.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">We&#8217;ll start with the tools you should have around the home. Check out the video below if you want more of a visual guide &#8211; Of course,\u00a0 you can read the full write up below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/ueo3asttsj.jsonp\" async><\/script><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/assets\/external\/E-v1.js\" async><\/script><\/p>\n<div class=\"wistia_responsive_padding\" style=\"padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;\">\n<div class=\"wistia_responsive_wrapper\" style=\"height: 100%; left: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; width: 100%;\">\n<div class=\"wistia_embed wistia_async_ueo3asttsj videoFoam=true\" style=\"height: 100%; position: relative; width: 100%;\">\n<div class=\"wistia_swatch\" style=\"height: 100%; left: 0; opacity: 0; overflow: hidden; position: absolute; top: 0; transition: opacity 200ms; width: 100%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" style=\"filter: blur(5px); height: 100%; object-fit: contain; width: 100%;\" title=\"Mounting a Rifle Scope\" src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/ueo3asttsj\/swatch\" alt=\"A video showing how to mount a rifle scope step by step\" width=\"100\" height=\"56\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>How to Mount A Scope<\/h2>\n<h3><b>Tools Needed<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2641 size-full\" title=\"Rifle Scope Mounting Tools\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Items-and-Tools-Needed-to-Mount-a-Scope.png\" alt=\"Tools Needed To Mount a Scope\" width=\"1393\" height=\"984\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Items-and-Tools-Needed-to-Mount-a-Scope.png 1393w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Items-and-Tools-Needed-to-Mount-a-Scope-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Items-and-Tools-Needed-to-Mount-a-Scope-1024x723.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1393px) 100vw, 1393px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p3\">Rifle<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Scope<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Scope Mounting Base (optional on some rifles)<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Scope Rings<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Degreaser<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Gun Oil<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Removable Threadlocker (Do NOT use Permanent or Red Loctite)<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Screw Driver<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Allen or Torx Wrench<\/li>\n<li>Small Level<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><b>Picking Out a Rifle Scope And Accessories<\/b><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><b>Rifle<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2648 size-large\" title=\"Scope Mounted On Rifle on a table with bipod\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Remington-700-1024x474.png\" alt=\"Vortex Scope Mounted on a Remington 700 \" width=\"1024\" height=\"474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Remington-700-1024x474.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Remington-700-300x139.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Remington-700-1536x711.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Remington-700-2048x948.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">For this project we\u2019ve decided to go with the popular Remington 700, chambered in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/index.php\/cName\/rifle-ammo-308-762-nato\">.308<\/a>. This will be a go-to rifle this fall for whitetail or mule deer up in the hills. 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Hornady Match 178gr BTHP Ammo                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"mc-shortcode__col\" hidden data-bannerIndex=\"18\">\n                <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/20rds-308-fiocchi-150gr-full-metal-jacket-ammo?utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=product_carousel&utm_campaign=post&utm_content=how-to-mount-a-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"mc-shortcode__container\" onmouseout=\"handleShortCodeProductOut(event);\" onmouseover=\"handleShortCodeProductOver(event);\">\n                    <div class=\"mc-shortcode__product\">\n                        <div class=\"mc-shortcode__product-content\">\n                            <div class=\"mc-shortcode__product-contanier\">\n                                <div class=\"mc-shortcode__product-image\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static-cdn.ammunitiontogo.com\/pimages\/image\/512x\/e0266470459c8672771a1cb2d1bebeb3\/b\/6\/b682dbc1ca19fb3cbfc541e2767c37df_4.jpg\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" alt=\"product\" \/>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"mc-shortcode__product-content-price\">\n                                                                            <div class=\"mc-shortcode__product-content-price-final\">\n                                            $22.95                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"mc-shortcode__product-content-logo\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/themes\/atg\/assets\/img\/mc-logo-gray.svg\" alt=\"logo\" width=\"44\" height=\"40\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"mc-shortcode__product-title\">\n                            20rds - 308 Fiocchi 150gr. 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With that in mind, choose your optic accordingly. If you want <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/what-is-moa\/\">sub-MOA groupings<\/a> expect to spend a little more money than whatever the value deal is down at your local big box store. Once you decide on quality, you need to figure out what focal length and reticle will work best with your hunting or shooting needs.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2667 size-full\" title=\"Vortex Rifle Scope\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vortex-Diamondback-HP-Scope-2.png\" alt=\"Vortex Diamondback Hp Scope\" width=\"1907\" height=\"1072\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vortex-Diamondback-HP-Scope-2.png 1907w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vortex-Diamondback-HP-Scope-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vortex-Diamondback-HP-Scope-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vortex-Diamondback-HP-Scope-2-1536x863.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1907px) 100vw, 1907px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">This rifle won\u2019t be shot much outside of 200 yards, so for our build we decided to go with a Vortex Diamondback HP. This is a 3-12&#215;42 optic.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><b>One Piece versus Two Piece Scope<\/b> <b>Base<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">Your scope base can make or break your optics setup. Just like the quality of the scope, don\u2019t skimp on the quality of the base if you want accurate shots. For most rifles out there, you have a choice between using one and two piece bases.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">One piece bases will give you a leg up on the stability of your scope. If you\u2019re going to making consistent long range shots a one piece base will help you keep on target. Heavy scopes on hard recoiling rifles can also benefit from one piece bases, because they can be longer and even cantilevered off the front of the base.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Two piece scope bases come in handy if you need the extra clearance when loading through the action on a bolt action rifle. If you\u2019re wearing gloves in the field and you need to reload or clear a jam, you will be glad you have the extra clearance from using a two piece base.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2662 size-full\" title=\"Picatinny Scope Base\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Picatinny-Scope-Base.jpg\" alt=\"One Piece Shot Action Picatinny Scope Base for Remington 700\" width=\"1749\" height=\"1029\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Picatinny-Scope-Base.jpg 1749w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Picatinny-Scope-Base-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Picatinny-Scope-Base-1024x602.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Picatinny-Scope-Base-1536x904.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1749px) 100vw, 1749px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">For this project, we decided to go with a standard one piece aluminum picatinny scope base. We can utilize the different mounting positions in the base to find the sweet spot and keep the scope firmly mounted in position.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><b>Scope Rings<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">Next, you will need to pair the correct size scope rings for the scope and base you picked out. Always pick the out the scope rings that will allow you to mount the scope as closest to the gun as possible. This helps with portability and when dialing in accuracy.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Our Vortex scope requires 1 inch, medium height rings that fit our picatinny base.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2663 size-full\" title=\"1&quot; Scope Rings\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Scope-RIngs.jpg\" alt=\"Rifle Scope Ring Mounts\" width=\"1533\" height=\"919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Scope-RIngs.jpg 1533w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Scope-RIngs-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Scope-RIngs-1024x614.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1533px) 100vw, 1533px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For the precision shooters out there, you may want to look into purchasing a scope ring alignment lapping kit. This will ensure your scope rings have a dead hold on your optic. Since this additional step involves actually removing some of the material from the scope rings it is usually best handled by a trained gunsmith or firearm professional and the process will not be addressed in this post.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><b>Mount a Rifle Scope &#8211; The Installation Process<\/b><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Clean Mounting Surfaces<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2660 size-full\" title=\"Prepping Scope Mount Surfaces\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cleaning-Rifle-Scope-Contact-Surfaces.png\" alt=\"Removing Dirt and Grease From Rifle Receiver\" width=\"2492\" height=\"1438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cleaning-Rifle-Scope-Contact-Surfaces.png 2492w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cleaning-Rifle-Scope-Contact-Surfaces-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cleaning-Rifle-Scope-Contact-Surfaces-1024x591.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cleaning-Rifle-Scope-Contact-Surfaces-1536x886.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cleaning-Rifle-Scope-Contact-Surfaces-2048x1182.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2492px) 100vw, 2492px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">The first step in installing your scope is to properly prep your rifle to accept the mounting of the scope base. You will want to remove any grease, residue, or dirt that could cause your scope base to not fully seat onto your rifle. By removing the plug screws from the top of the receiver you will have access to degrease each screw hole. Make sure you use a properly sized screw driver to remove the screws, so to not mar your receiver.<\/p>\n<h3>Secure and Level the Scope<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">After cleaning your rifle secure your it in a vise, lead sled, or other device while installing the scope. You\u2019ll also want to go ahead and level your rifle when securing it. All you need for this step is a short level you that you can typically find in any small tool kit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Place the level on top of the receiver and adjust your rifle as needed.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><b>Mount the Base<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">Before attaching the scope base to your rifle, add a small amount of gun oil on the contact surfaces. Depending on the material, this will help deter rust from forming between the receiver and scope base.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Since the recoil from shooting your rifle can cause some of the screws to wiggle lose over time you should consider adding threadlocker to the screw threads. This will help everything stay put and ensure the screws are properly seated when tightened.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2659 size-full\" title=\"Attaching Scope Base\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Attaching-Rifle-Scope-Base.png\" alt=\"Screwing Down Scope Mounting Base\" width=\"2488\" height=\"1436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Attaching-Rifle-Scope-Base.png 2488w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Attaching-Rifle-Scope-Base-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Attaching-Rifle-Scope-Base-1024x591.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Attaching-Rifle-Scope-Base-1536x887.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Attaching-Rifle-Scope-Base-2048x1182.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2488px) 100vw, 2488px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Make sure to only use <strong>removable<\/strong> threadlocker. Never use permanent or red Loctite! Permanent threadlocker requires temperatures of up to\u00a0500\u00b0F to loosen! Unless you\u2019re a trained blacksmith or gunsmith, heating your receiver to those temps to remove an optic mount could easily damage your rifle.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">After adding a small dab of threadlocker and gently tightening down the base, make sure the screws are not protruding into the action by visually and manually inspecting the receiver. By running your fingers inside the action it\u2019s easy to make sure the screws will not hit your bolt.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><b>Placing the Scope Rings and Test Fitting the Scope<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">Once the scope base is securely fastened, it\u2019s time to mount the scope rings. First, disassemble and neatly organize all of the small screws and extra scope ring parts so not to lose anything.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You will want to mount the bottom of the rings first, and then test-fit your scope before adding the top rings. If you&#8217;re using a pictanny base like we are here, make sure to push the rings as far forward against the closest rail as possible when tightening your screws. This will allow the rings to fully seat against the rail, and not move from recoil.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2645 size-full\" title=\"Installing Rifle Scope\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mounting-Rifle-Scope-1.png\" alt=\"Mounting Rifle Scope to Scope Rings\" width=\"2486\" height=\"1434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mounting-Rifle-Scope-1.png 2486w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mounting-Rifle-Scope-1-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mounting-Rifle-Scope-1-1024x591.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mounting-Rifle-Scope-1-1536x886.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mounting-Rifle-Scope-1-2048x1181.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2486px) 100vw, 2486px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">With the firearm secure, go ahead and place the scope into the bottom set of scope rings. Make sure that the scope rings are far enough away from the objective bell and the adjustment turrets to allow for any needed adjustments. After finding good spacing and clearance with the rings, add threadlocker and hand tighten down the screws.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You will still need to set the eye relief, which is why you don&#8217;t want to torque the screws down just yet.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><b>Setting Eye Relief<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">Properly setting the eye relief will help prevent the black halo you can sometimes see when looking through a rifle optic.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2652 size-large\" title=\"Rifle Scope Halo and Reticle\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Eye-Relief-with-Rifle-Scope-948x1024.png\" alt=\"Halo in Rifle Scope\" width=\"948\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Eye-Relief-with-Rifle-Scope-948x1024.png 948w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Eye-Relief-with-Rifle-Scope-278x300.png 278w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Eye-Relief-with-Rifle-Scope.png 1324w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 948px) 100vw, 948px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Gently pickup your rifle and shoulder it as if you were using it in the field. The trick here is to shoulder rifle with your eyes closed. Then, find a comfortable spot to rest your cheek on the comb of your stock. This will help you find the natural placement of your rifle. You won&#8217;t rely on the optic to position your head.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Once the rifle is comfortably shouldered open your eyes to find the correct eye relief.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Adjust the scope as needed by moving it slightly forward or backwards to find the sweet spot. You should have a clear field of view when set at the correct distance.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2655 size-full\" title=\"Setting Eye Relief\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shouldering-Rifle.png\" alt=\"Setting Eye Relief with New Rifle Scope\" width=\"1970\" height=\"997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shouldering-Rifle.png 1970w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shouldering-Rifle-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shouldering-Rifle-1024x518.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shouldering-Rifle-1536x777.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1970px) 100vw, 1970px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">If you still see a black halo through your scope, don\u2019t be afraid to adjust the placement of your scope rings. You may need to give yourself a little more or less wiggle room, depending upon your set-up.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\"><b>Leveling Your Scope<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2643 size-full\" title=\"Level Rifle Scope\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Leveling-Rifle-Scope-2.png\" alt=\"Leveling Rifle Scope on Center Turret\" width=\"2217\" height=\"1438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Leveling-Rifle-Scope-2.png 2217w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Leveling-Rifle-Scope-2-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Leveling-Rifle-Scope-2-1024x664.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Leveling-Rifle-Scope-2-1536x996.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Leveling-Rifle-Scope-2-2048x1328.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2217px) 100vw, 2217px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">After finding the correct position for your eye relief, it\u2019s time to level the scope.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Secure the rifle once more and place your level on the center turret. Adjust your scope until your your reticle is exactly perpendicular and parallel to your bore. Ensuring your reticle is level will help you accurately compensate for windage and elevation as needed in the field.<\/p>\n<p>With the scope is fitted and level, it&#8217;s time to tighten all of the scope ring screws. Gently tighten each screw in a cross pattern similar to installing a tire. This will insure the rings are seated equally on the front and rear of the scope.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">For the best hold it\u2019s best to let the threadlocker dry over night before firing any shots.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><b>Ocular Focus and Sighting In Your New Scope<\/b><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p3\">Before sighting in your new scope you will want to properly dial in ocular focus. The purpose of dialing in ocular focus is to have a crisp and clear image of your scope&#8217;s reticle.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2665 size-full\" title=\"Setting Ocular Focus\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Ocular-Focus-with-Rifle-Scope.png\" alt=\"Dialing In Ocular Focus on Rifle Scope\" width=\"2488\" height=\"1436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Ocular-Focus-with-Rifle-Scope.png 2488w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Ocular-Focus-with-Rifle-Scope-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Ocular-Focus-with-Rifle-Scope-1024x591.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Ocular-Focus-with-Rifle-Scope-1536x887.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Setting-Ocular-Focus-with-Rifle-Scope-2048x1182.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2488px) 100vw, 2488px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Your eye can focus on a reticle that is slightly out of focus, but this will cause your eye muscles to strain. That can result in eye fatigue if the reticle isn&#8217;t properly adjusted.<\/p>\n<p>By aiming your unloaded rifle towards a high contrast background, you can adjust the scopes diopter until your reticle is clearly in focus.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2664 size-large\" title=\"Rifle Scope Reticle\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reticle-In-Focus-1024x591.png\" alt=\"Clear Image of Rifle Scope Reticle\" width=\"1024\" height=\"591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reticle-In-Focus-1024x591.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reticle-In-Focus-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reticle-In-Focus-1536x886.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reticle-In-Focus-2048x1181.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Once your reticle picture is clear, you can start zeroing in your new scope setup!<\/p>\n<h3>Project Complete!<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">Now that you&#8217;ve learned how to mount a rifle scope, you are ready to hit the field. This setup makes a great hunting rifle come deer season. With practice at the range, there&#8217;s no reason you won&#8217;t have a freezer full of venison this winter!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s a vital piece of equipment for any rifle shooting that&#8217;s even remotely long distance &#8212; join us as we walk through the steps involved in mounting a rifle scope.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":2661,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,17,6],"tags":[80,79,78],"class_list":["post-2491","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hunting","category-outdoors","category-range","tag-mounting-a-scope","tag-optic","tag-scope"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How To Mount A Rifle Scope - Step by Step Guide<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"An easy to follow, step-by-step guide complete with video instructions that show how to mount a rifle scope with tips to make your install a successful one.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/how-to-mount-a-rifle-scope\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How To Mount A Rifle Scope - 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