How to Level A Scope On a Rifle

Only the right scope can be delivered if your level is right. Otherwise, it can go wrong. Mounting a riflescope is a very straightforward process. Install the rail base, bottom rings, scope, then top rings. Sometimes, when we first shoulder the rifle, we miss the leveling a scope on a rifle.

Before looking to level a scope on a rifle, it is prudent to do a few steps.

• The first is to level the scope of the gun. This is quite different from leveling a rifle during shooting. You can do this only by using a riflescope that is properly mounted and leveled with the gun.
• Second, we are not leveling an optic here with the eye. Instead, we level it to a rifle’s receiver.

You stand to reap some rewards to make sure everything is level and true. Here are some of the rewards:

• Level reticles can be distracting compared to crooked ones. They help level your rifle before grabbing a shot.
• Reticles work as tailored for shots.
• The elevation adjustments and scope’s windage usually track the target vertically and horizontally.

Some things you will need

You will need things like a Rifle, Rifle rest or cradle, Scope with rings, Proper tools for tightening the rings down, Small bubble or spirit levels.

Some techniques for leveling a riflescope

1. Check that your rifle is clear and unloaded.
2. Place your rifle upright in the gun cradle.
3. Install the bottom halves on the gun and tighten firmly.
4. Place your scope in the rings and tighten firmly, but the scope body needs to rotate effortlessly.
5. If present, get rid of the elevation knob cap.
6. Place a spirit level on a rifle-top surface.
7. Level your rifle from left to right.
8. Carefully place the other level crossings on the elevation knob top. This will ensure that the top of the knob is flat.
9. Modify the scope until the top of the knob matches the level of the rifle.
10. Tighten the ring cautiously until it firmly holds the scope.
11. Fit the recommended torque and tighten the ting tops fully.
12. Put the rifle on the shoulder and check the position of the reticle.
13. If your scope is not level in comparison to the rifle, unscrew all the screws and repeat.

If you know that the reticle is a one-sided cocked, you can contact the manufacturer for warranty service. Often, this is common even with the high-end optics.