See Through Scope Mount

[OUTLAWZ]

Hi guys,

Just got a Nikon Prostaff 3x9-40 BDC and need to get it mounted on a Ruger 10 22. I have been considering getting a see through scope mount that will allow me to use the iron sights when needed. I have seen several different mounts with different heights and configurations. Any suggestions? Thanks for your help in advance.

[Wicked K5]

I got an inexpensive set of Weaver mounts that screw directly to the receiver from Walmart. I think they were like $10 last year. Only been able to take it out twice because of a faulty BassPro scope which I have yet to replace. But I was happy with the results- solid, cheap, fit well, mounts to receiver, and was able to use irons when my POS scoped failed.

[kellanmeigh]

Had a set of Weaver see-through's on a TO-9 mount on the wife's 10/22.

I removed them and put on a set of Leupold rings to lower the scope. Trying to get a better cheek weld out of it.

The see-through's were too high for our tastes and the TO-9 mount blocked the view of the rear iron.

Hope this helps.

The old warhorse.

[JAGACIDA]

You might consider a quality 1x4x or fixed 4x. It still has a huge field of view without the scope sitting up high. I could never get used to them myself.

[donw]

Had a set of Weaver see-through's on a TO-9 mount on the wife's 10/22.

I removed them and put on a set of Leupold rings to lower the scope. Trying to get a better cheek weld out of it.

The see-through's were too high for our tastes and the TO-9 mount blocked the view of the rear iron.

Hope this helps.

The old warhorse.

the cheek weld IS important when shooting for accuracy...especially at longer ranges or very minute targets at any range.

FWIW, IMHO, see-through mounts are not really a good option. flip-up or off-set, tactical sights are more practical. but...they usually are best when used on a 'tactical' rifle/carbine such as an AR15

you could always install a cheek riser but that would not be good for the open sights usage.

[yelohamr]

I've used one for years, on a 10/22. At first it was strange with the scope higher than usual, but after 10 minutes of shooting, I got used to it.
If you can't adapt, don't change anything.

[kellanmeigh]

the cheek weld IS important when shooting for accuracy...especially at longer ranges or very minute targets at any range.

FWIW, IMHO, see-through mounts are not really a good option. flip-up or off-set, tactical sights are more practical. but...they usually are best when used on a 'tactical' rifle/carbine such as an AR15

you could always install a cheek riser but that would not be good for the open sights usage.

I'm kind of stuck with using glass sights after having cataract surgery. Just can't get a decent sight picture anymore.

I haven't found a lace-on cheek riser that I like yet so it looks like I'm off to Tandy Leather Factory for some leather and grommets. I think I'll do something a little like a mil-type M1A sniper cheek piece.

Bob's Foam Factory in Fremont, CA has different types of foam so I'll have to go over there and look at what he has. Need something firm to fill that riser hump with.

. . . or just break down and get a Monte Carlo-style stock.

The old warhorse

[sholling]

See through mounts place the scope way-way too high. Frankly the factory stock places your cheek just a bit too low for a good cheek weld with a scope. Adding a see though mount will just make that problem a lot worse. My advice is to make a decision to scope or not and if you decide to go with a scope then use the lowest rings that allow your scope to clear the sights/barrel.

I'm kind of stuck with using glass sights after having cataract surgery. Just can't get a decent sight picture anymore.

I haven't found a lace-on cheek riser that I like yet so it looks like I'm off to Tandy Leather Factory for some leather and grommets. I think I'll do something a little like a mil-type M1A sniper cheek piece.

The best looking solution if you can afford it is a stock designed for use with a scope. Revolution makes one that accepts a factory profile barrel. Later if you want to upgrade the barrel you can use a ER Shaw or Green Mountain factory profile (aka "sporter" style) match grade barrel. This one has a fluted ER Shaw.