List of drop tested mounts?

[khuber84]

Is there a compiled list of known reliable rings/mounts that will pass the drop test 99% the time? I know nothing is guaranteed or without flaw.

 

[300remum]

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[khuber84]

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So far my UM Tikka direct mount rings, and a set of NF ultralite 30mm 4 screws have held zero on decent impacts, not 36" tho.

 

[Schmo]

Not comprehensive, but NF Ultralight, Warne Mountain Tech, Tikka Sportsmatch, UM Tikka rings are all gtg. I also run a set of ARC M-Brace rings. I’ll bet they retain zero well, but that’s not verified yet.

 

[TaperPin]

They aren’t popular because of the weight, but Badger Ordinance steel or Leupold Mark 4 steel rings are easily stronger than any aluminum rings. This design hasn’t really changed since the 1980’s. Folks seem to enjoy switching ring brands every year, comparing pics of failed rings, and basking in the drama, so these aren’t for them - too boringly reliable.

 

[JohnJohnson]

Hawkins and Area419 are two ring brands I'd trust as well. Area419's rod guides to prevent uneven torquing are pretty cool.

 

[Schmo]

I will say, the ARC M-Brace are the easiest ring ever to mount a scope in. Very easy to get scope perfectly level. Not sure if @Formidilosus can verify if these handle drops/impacts well?

 

[khuber84]

Mbrace rings and mounts are badass, just hefty. Hawkins rings had been problematic for me in past. Lightweight hard recoiling magnum. Screws kept coming loose, even when properly degreased and trq checked. This was years back prior to paint pens. I put blue loktite and all was well. Only issue I had with mbrace rings, was a Khales scope slipping under recoil, 338 rum. Once I positioned the objective bell up against the front front rings taper, it quit sliding.

 

[TxLite]

I will say, the ARC M-Brace are the easiest ring ever to mount a scope in. Very easy to get scope perfectly level. Not sure if @Formidilosus can verify if these handle drops/impacts well?

I’d be interested to see if these hold up

 

[ScreamingPotato]

So far my UM Tikka direct mount rings, and a set of NF ultralite 30mm 4 screws have held zero on decent impacts, not 36" tho.

They didn't hold zero on 36" drop, or you haven't dropped it 36"? I suspect the latter, just wanna be sure.

 

[khuber84]

They didn't hold zero on 36" drop, or you haven't dropped it 36"? I suspect the latter, just wanna be sure.

Haven't dropped 36", but have had them make rough contact, tip overs onto ground or shop floor, and have all held zero.

 

[Schutzprecision]

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I have Talley ultralights on 3 of my model 70 hunting rifles. They have been trouble free. I do bed the bases to the action with devcon 10110. Reading all the drop test threads and Talley failures has me rethinking this setup?

 

[JDPAPA]

This site has cost me SO MUCH money, those Area 419 rings are impressive!
Looks like Merry Christmas to me as I may order a set for my Tikka T3X.

 

[lhbackcountry]

UM and warne have held up their end of the bargain so far.

 

[Long Cut]

I’ve had good results using DNZ 1 Piece mounts so far. Several years, hundreds of miles on logging roads & ATV gun racks without issue.

DNZ doesn’t get much recognition on here, but they’re worth a look in my experience with them.

 

[basdpikl]

Following, trying to find the bomb proof option for my MK V that will also keep my scope nice and low.


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[khuber84]

Following, trying to find the bomb proof option for my MK V that will also keep my scope nice and low.


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Mk V as in leupold mk5? That scope has a very poor reputation for holding zero. Or you mean Weatherby Mk V?

 

[basdpikl]

Mk V as in leupold mk5? That scope has a very poor reputation for holding zero. Or you mean Weatherby Mk V?

Weatherby MK V. Glad you clarified. I’m not touching anything leupold any more. I’ve had great luck with the older VX 3 models, it’s sad to see they aren’t what they used to be. I’m going with the maven RS 1.2 without question.


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[wapitibob]

If you don't mind the weight the NF steels rings or similar with good cross bolts that torque 55# or more to a rail will be the strongest. Next would be 7075 with the same cross bolt setup. 6061 has too much elongation for a ring cap in my opinion. Warne told the Backfire youtube guy they couldn't make their top ring halves round, I wouldn't touch those things.

 

[basdpikl]

If you don't mind the weight the NF steels rings or similar with good cross bolts that torque 55# or more to a rail will be the strongest. Next would be 7075 with the same cross bolt setup. 6061 has too much elongation for a ring cap in my opinion. Warne told the Backfire youtube guy they couldn't make their top ring halves round, I wouldn't touch those things.

I just discovered the DNZ one piece mount so that settles the question for me. Looks beefy and streamlined


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