Scope problem

[C.Smith]

I just pulled my cheap Tasco off my Tikka T3 lite yesterday and put on a VX3 that I just recently aquired. Now looking at the Tasco scope I noticed a bunch of black on the inside of the rings and on looking at the scope I found what looked like a bunch of chatter marks and where the front ring was all the paint rubbed off down to the aluminum. They seemed like they were tight so I don't know what is going on. Any one have any ideas? Should I go a head and shoot the rifle with the new scope or get different rings? I'm lost on this one.

Corey

 

[FOTIS]

Lap the rings or add electrician tape and crop it so it will not show.

 

[JD338]

I agree with Fotis, lap the rings. An easier fix is new rings.
Having complete confidence in your rifle and equipment come show time is paramount.

JD338

 

[DrMike]

Rings are cheap when weighed against peace of mind. Buy new rings.

 

[Guest]

Fotis is right - either lap them or change them out. Burris Signature rings won't leave marks (because of the plastic inserts), if you're concerned about that.

 

[C.Smith]

Well I found the problem:

Now I'm not sure what to do. I liked the fact they are super light weight but I'm really surprised this happened to them in a 30-06, hmmmmm. Any way just looking around there is not a lot that is not going to cost me a bit of money. I'm thinking I may stick a base on it so I can use what ever rings I want, not sure yet.

Corey

 

[Guest]

It might not be what you're looking for, but you can get Talley lightweight ring/base combo for about $30-40 per pair. I've got these on a Colt Light Rifle and they're very good.

 

[DrMike]

I have several sets of Talley bases on my rifles, and they are first rate. I did not find the price to be prohibitive.

 

[C.Smith]

I have light weight Talleys on my 7mm RM and I'm very happy with them. I found them for the Tikka for $52 to my door. Not sure if that is a great price or not but. I'm going to go with those. I'm just hoping they line up the same, because the way it was sitting now was almost perfect.

Corey

 

[NoelW]

On those lightweight rings if you dust both sides with a Rosin Bag before assembly this won't happen. Also eliminates almost all scope markings with any rings. I use it on every scope I mount except on Burris Signature Series Rings. You can pick up a bag at any sports store for about $3.