Nrifle scope repair book

Elevation adjustment does not give regular clicks at times when you turn it and i do not think reticule is moving correctly as a result between yardage changes if efforts on zero range yesterday are anything to go by. Nracmp high power rifle competition includes stages at 200, 300 and 600 yards. If you are ordering a scope from us optics and would like a thermal coating applied please request this process and ask them to send us the parts before assembly when ordering your optic. While a little goofy at first this way, i am able to use the time the target is down to plot my shot in my score book. I adjusted the elevation and windage, and then after a few shots the focus was knocked out. I have an old unertl family heirlom that needs new crosshairs, bought it from my grandpa and it means alot to me to have her back on his old gibsondonalson wasp. Nikon repair service restores your product to factory standards with genuine nikon parts. Cmp now allows scopes on service rifle arizona rifleshooting. Anyone can offer a lifetime warranty, but guaranteeing performance takes serious dedication and craftsmanship. Weaver scope repairs the newest repair facility for weaver rifle scopes.

Then over the years there were numerous developments of optical lenses, the most significant was the achromatic lens two part lens crown and flint. The scope in various forms has been with us since the early 1600s when a dutch inventor hans lippershey was accredited to the first known telescope. Despite this they also do present a lot of problems when it comes to maintaining a suitable cheek weld. Using the information in this book i was able to transform a classic old scope sight from a kaleidoscope to a crystal clear sight that is the equal of anything. Guide to riflescope repair gunsmith s guidance series. Trace scope repair did a great job cleaning my lyman super targetspot lens and replacing the cross hairs. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. These will have a rep proof mark on the right side of the barrel.

More traditional hunting rifles typically use a tworing mounting system to ensure long lasting accuracy and recoil resistance. It was in really nice condition except the lenses were delaminated, which is a common problem with older optics. Each year, we receive a significant number of scopes for repair that are found to function perfectly. Does anyone know if bill ackerman is still around doing scopes. They have also done an unertl and a weaver t36 for me as well.

Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. Scope servicerepair and technical questionsfaqkorth group. Parsons scope service since 1989 specialists in repair of vintage rifle scopes and antique telescopes. The parts listed in this section are specific to the marlin rifles made post 2009. I expect ive had it since the seventies,if not before. Thank you for doing this, i am so tired of people not willing to repair something or who want to spend all their money on plastic. Weve heard some horror stories from folks who have sent their scopes in for repair and theyve disappeared, or the cost of the repair was a lot more than the scope itself was worth. Optical services company has tremendous experience in the scopes listed below. I bought a used ruger 1022 with a redfield tracker 3x9 scope. I want to buy a book about rifle scope shooters forum. A rifle scope s basic anatomy includes the objective lens where light enters. They were the only ones i could find who would even try to work on it, and it turned out ok.

Get a great deal with this online auction for a rifle scope presented by property room on behalf of law enforcement or public agency client. Services and prices optical services company hot rod. This year, cmp changed the rules to allow ar15 type rifles to have scopes. Rifle scope repair hey guys i picked up a fairly nice old american made scope on the weekend its a kollmorgen bear cub x4 power scope. Old rifle scopes by stroebel, nick and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Does anyone out there know somone in the uk who can servicerepair a pecar 410 scope off my enforcer. This one is minor but ive been using the rifle scope to see my last shot instead of my konus. I dug out an old redfield,4x widefield to put on a new 444 marlin i just come by, and discovered it is cloudy. Our selfservice repair site makes it easy to manage the entire processfrom getting a cost estimate and shipping your product to us until its safely back in your hands. Your new scope, even with its technologically advanced design and features, will not perform at its best if not properly mounted. Also included is a source of reticle wire in case you decide to replace the wires yourself. Looking for contact info for rifle scope reticle replacement.

Where do i send my scope for service, repair, or custom shop modification. Sent in a scope for repair with check, later sent another check for the repairs. It has some build up of crc on the lenses that has made it cloudy i would like to take it apart and clean it up but i am unsure of the best way to get the lenses out its old and not nitrogen filled. Optical services company blueprints are performed primarily on the weaver t series scopes, but not exclusively. If your scope is broken, we recommend that you send it back to the factory. I purchased a rifle with an unertl scope on it recently, and found that the rear mount has a problem. We are glad to be able to offer parts for most current production marlin firearms. I called colt, but they didnt even know who manufactured the scope for them. Repairing a finderscope crosshair reticle iceinspace. If you have a warranty, then contact the customer service department of the manufacturer and follow their guidelines in terms of sending the scope in for repair. Inside the 1inch tube is a nonilluminated holdover reticle in the second plane that features moa references. Scope is a g88 model made by maxwell smith circa 19401950, it has a damaged reticle which needs to be replaces. This is an old samworth book but has been recently reprinted as part of the nras firearms classics library.

Dependable mounts that attach your scope solidly to the rifle. My scope is running out of internal adjustment travel before i get properly sighted in. This circumstance can significantly impair the users shooting ability. My uncle borrowed my savage 110b with an older redfield 3x9 wide view, the scope fogged up on him and he and my dad and another guy tried to fix it. Guide to riflescope repair gunsmith s guidance series seyfried, j. Tour our shop optical services company hot rod shop. I can say for certain that scope repair isnt something you do in a camper at 30 below zero by the light of a gas lantern. The larger objective lens of vortex riflescopes offer more light transmission, which enables them to relay clearer and brighter target images. I have an old tasco made in japan wideview 39 power scope that is in need of repair. To find rifle scopes that work well for you, use our convenient product filters. The down side is there is no foucus parallax on any of the 4x scopes that max out at that power per the proposed rules.

For tactical rifles, picatinny rail systems are a popular mounting option for many rifle scopes. I also tried to call parson scope repair but never got a reply to my message. Knowing the parts of your rifle scope goes a long way in determining the parts that need repair. For the basics and some good advice which holds up today look for townsend whelens book. My internet research suggested that it was made in either wisconsin or minnesota in the mid. The knob that tightens the mount onto the base works by threading onto a screw that is held captive in the aluminum mount opposite the locking knob. Guide to riflescope repair gunsmiths guidance series.

In fact i dont see a big advantage to using one except in a low light sitiation. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. In this expanded 2nd edition, learn how to repair a modern riflescope. I called parsons scope service this is the one that advertises in rifle magazine and other publications to get some idea of what it would cost to reglue the seperated objective lens in a k. Since this is not going to be a hunting or defense scope fogging will not be a problem anyway and the chances that this scope retained any of the original nitrogen charge after 45 years is nil. It worked good on my 1895 marlin which now has a 1x4 loopie and id like to put it on this new rifle. One of the most important contributing factors to the accuracy of your scope and rifle is the selection of the mount and the care with which mounting is done. Vortex hopes this scope appeals to entrylevel tactical shooters who also intend to hunt with the optic, and the diamondback tactical should serve. The light passes through the small ocular lens and focuses on the eye of the shooter. Buy a cheap copy of guide to riflescope repair gunsmith s. A gentleman on another forum told me about a great little book guide to riflescope repair by j. Once your rifle scope arrives at optical services company, cheryl disassembles if for inspection, cleaning, and begins the upgrade work to fit your shooting needs.