How close is to close...

[PanhandleGlocker]

Got my new scope in the mail. Mounted it on my rifle and the rings seem pretty low for it. The scope doesn't touch the barrel but is very very close. Probably close to an 1/8". Maybe even a 1/16". Always read that the closer it is the better it is accuracy wise if that makes sense. But my question is how close is to close for recoil and stuff.

Specs: .308 Winchester and Vortex Crossfire II 6-18x44

 

[jc5420]

Got my new scope in the mail. Mounted it on my rifle and the rings seem pretty low for it. The scope doesn't touch the barrel but is very very close. Probably close to an 1/8". Maybe even a 1/16". Always read that the closer it is the better it is accuracy wise if that makes sense. That does not make sense.

But my question is how close is to close for recoil and stuff. As close as you can get it without having contact anywhere

Specs: .308 Winchester and Vortex Crossfire II 6-18x44

Close is fine, your rifle is not going to recoil into your scope unless the rings are loose or the scope is made of rubber.

 

[Okie4570]

I don't see any issue with the measurements you stated. Like stated above, there's no way they'll touch unless something is wrong/loose.

 

[jc5420]

As you can see here, I like to run my scopes on the higher side...

You will be fine.

 

[Jcann]

If you have long strings of fire you may experience mirage from the heat off your barrel.

 

[PanhandleGlocker]

Well I guess that answers my question. Thanks guys. Just was a little worried. Never mounted a scope that low before till today.

 

[mike sweeney]

The closer the line of the scope to the line of the barrel the better in long range shooting. The only drawback to having an optic almost touching the barrel is it doesnt provide clearance for a lens cap if you want to use one.

 

[jc5420]

Why is a closer scope better for longrange shooting?

 

[mike sweeney]

Why is a closer scope better for longrange shooting?

I poorly worded that. Height mainly plays a part when making elevation adjustments from close to farther distances. For a rifle sighted in to a specific distance the height makes no difference.

 

[Jedabug92]

Mines close on my .308 varmint barrel but my my 47 Lapua has a thicker contour so it'll get closer buy I doubt it'll touch.
Hey Panhandle, mind uploading a pic? I'm curious.

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