codyhuntsaz Report post Posted March 14, 2016 After much thought and bargaining online with all sorts of folks I settled on a long range gun and bought it today. I went with a Savage long range hunter in 300 win mag. Now I need to outfit it with rings and a base. I haven't decided on what scope to use yet so I don't know if I'll need 1" rings or 30mm. Let me know opinions on both. What does everyone like? Thanks to all that have helped me out on here! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreyGhost85 Report post Posted March 14, 2016 I would definitely go with either a 30mm or even 34mm scope. That being said, i use xhg force recon rings. They have been great, but a bit on the spendy side. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ForkHorn Report post Posted March 15, 2016 A 30mm or bigger scope only gives increased weight and more adjustment. If you don't need the adjustment.... You are fine with a 1". A 20 moa rail and a good 1" scope might get you out far enough. It all depends on what your goals are. A guy that wants a lightweight gun that shoots to 800 might be fine with a 1". If you're a bench rest guy shooting to a mile you won't get there with a 1". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
codyhuntsaz Report post Posted March 15, 2016 It's going to be a hunting only rifle out to 800 yds or so...minus of course range time to dial it in and get to learn the gun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sandman38y Report post Posted March 15, 2016 I like the tally one piece bases and rings, less screws to come loose, just my 2 cents Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oz31p Report post Posted March 15, 2016 Dnz game reapers 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goinhuntn Report post Posted March 15, 2016 I have the same rifle with xtreme hardcore gear 20moa base & 30mm ranger rings. I went with a vortex viper pst 6 x 24 x 50 mrad first focal plane scope. I love my setup its a little heavier than other rifles, but it works for me. Also have a harris bipod. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DesertBull Report post Posted March 15, 2016 Midway had the savage long action 20 moa NightForce base on sale for $57 plus free shipping last week. Got me one for my 300wm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancetkenyon Report post Posted March 15, 2016 I go high quality bases and rings. I use either Seekins (on 4 rifles) or Badger Ordinance (on 2 rifles) Picatinny 20 MOA bases. Same with rings. Seekins (on 2 scopes) or Badger Ordinance (on 1 scope). I also have a set of TPS 30mm rings. Using Picatinny bases and corresponding rings allow quick and very easy swapping of scopes between rifles if the need arises. I prefer 30mm or 34mm scope tubes. Not many higher end, high magnification scopes use a 1" tube anymore. Even most of the mid range scopes use at least a 30mm tube now. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maximus Report post Posted March 15, 2016 i have egw rail and rings and very happy with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FB67 Report post Posted March 15, 2016 Nightforce rings Seekin rings Nightforce rail and Leuplod rail. All have been great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coach Report post Posted March 16, 2016 +1 on the DNZ. I really like a one piece mount with integrated rings. A lot less points of failure than two separate bases and two rings connected to them. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Becker Report post Posted March 16, 2016 Seekin here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
B4Dan Report post Posted March 16, 2016 Look up ken farrel, can do a matched set, not cheap, worth the money Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DesertBull Report post Posted March 16, 2016 I've been satisfied the Warne rings on my 7RM. They are heavy steel but well made. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
