Woodlander Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 Has anyone any advice on quick release mounts(or indeed any mounts) for a Tikka. Been looking at QR mounts as I only have a small safe and scoped rifles are a squeeze. Manufacturers claim they POI is within half inch when re attached( at what distance?)and is that claim true?Or should I just stick to Warne mounts and be careful when putting the rifle back. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camokid Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 i think my qr Leopold mounts where £70 few quid more and you can buy a bigger cabinet and get normal mounts.. i don't trust them enough to take it off and not check zero after yes they are pretty much on target but there's always a what if... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 The only instance I have experienced them was when I was having a day with a keeper friend. He was constantly extolling the virtue of them and how they returned perfectly to zero on removing of his NV and placing the day scope on. A few hours later he was cursing them as his only opportunity at a shot was so far off it was untrue and I seem to remember they were very expensive ones. Still if I ever get my chance and opportunity for a proper Africa trip I shall be fitting them on a classic big calibre Mauser type rifle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodlander Posted April 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 Thanks for the replys,pretty much thinking that way myself. Not like an air rifle,that you can check zero in the garden before you head out. Think I'll probably go with Warne and stick some padding on the back of the safe and cheaper too. Id like to explain my situation. I'll be applying for my variation may/June time(police said should be no problems)so in the meantime all I can do is plan. I pretty much have settled on a Tikka, probably M595 in .223 with 1in 8 twist for heavier ammo,it's windy here.i already have the scope,Zeiss HD5 5-25x50 and after this chat probably Warne permanent mounts. Any ideas on a moderator? Would look for secondhand setup,so if it came with a half decent mod I'd stick with that,but if it didn't I'd be looking for a compact unit,any thoughts? As I said, all I can do is plan for the time being. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bewsher500 Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 I use the Leupold QR mounts on a sako quad with four barrels they are so good I rarely check zero anymore I too have been looking for some for a Tikka but am not convinced of the RTZ qualities of Warne/weaver based roll off designs (in fact I am, they dont!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodlander Posted April 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 Hi Bewsher. I was pricing Leupold QR mounts,expensive,but in the grand scheme etc. the important aspect is repeatability. I wouldn't be changing scopes,just removing for storage. Thanks. Any advice on my choice of rifle or advice on a mod? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bewsher500 Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 (edited) Leupolds are probably expensive when compared to standard try comparing them to a set of Apel or Alan Rhone or Recknagel and you will think them cheap! I like them as the eliminate any windage variable Apel swing off and the contact point on the rear is the only point fixing your windage zero return tip off QRW introduce front and rear windage issues Suhler are similarly laterally fixed the only aspect of leupold post based system that can bring variables is a) if the posts are not pushed into the bases to the limit due to debris or some restriction b ) the clamps are not tightened even if they wear the clamp/cam system forces the posts back into the same groove in the base but I am a convert so it is easy to see the benefits Edited April 4, 2014 by Bewsher500 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieT Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 I use Warne QR's on a couple of my rifles with egw heavy duty rails and they return to zero with no noticeable shift. Put them on push forward, then tighten front mount first, reverse when taking off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodlander Posted April 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 Agh! The decisions. Still like the idea of QRs. Cheers guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8 90 Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 I have a set of Warne 30mm High QD mounts as new in package - PM me if you're interested Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted April 5, 2014 Report Share Posted April 5, 2014 Thanks for the replys,pretty much thinking that way myself. Not like an air rifle,that you can check zero in the garden before you head out. Think I'll probably go with Warne and stick some padding on the back of the safe and cheaper too. Id like to explain my situation. I'll be applying for my variation may/June time(police said should be no problems)so in the meantime all I can do is plan. I pretty much have settled on a Tikka, probably M595 in .223 with 1in 8 twist for heavier ammo,it's windy here.i already have the scope,Zeiss HD5 5-25x50 and after this chat probably Warne permanent mounts. Any ideas on a moderator? Would look for secondhand setup,so if it came with a half decent mod I'd stick with that,but if it didn't I'd be looking for a compact unit,any thoughts? As I said, all I can do is plan for the time being. Thanks I should look into what gains you will actually make on those heavier bullets and view it very carefully against using a std reliably expanding varmint type round of 40-55 grains before you make that call based on wind. If wind really is an issue you can always reduce your range that day or buy a .243 win or a .20 ruger (which has some surprisingly good ballistics for its size using varmint bullets) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodlander Posted April 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 5, 2014 Thanks Kent. Hadn't really looked into those calibres,gives me more to mull over. Reason I settled on .223 is a couple of guys I know use that calibre regularly and also re load and said they'd help me out with advice etc. I had originally been drawn towards .222,but thought might simplify things if I also was to use .223,although I'm always looking for advice. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bewsher500 Posted April 6, 2014 Report Share Posted April 6, 2014 I went for a .222 over the ,223 for a number of reasons - not popular - often unloved cheaper versions sitting on shelves - noise - less powder, less noise that said I always try to shoot the heaviest bullet for calibre I can not just for wind but for downrange energy I use 60gr SP for roe and just managed to find some 60-gr VMax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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