Weaver Top Mount
Weaver Top Mount
How do you mount a weaver #2 side mount scope base to a merlin model 80 bolt action 22lr?
This seems like the best answer to my 1st question of can I mount a scope to this rifle. I don't have screw holes on top for the top mount. I looked at the picture of the weaver side mount but couldn't figure out how it fits on. Does it screw in to the stock? (Thanks for all of the good answers I received on my last question)
As a Gunsmith, I can tell you that a side mount will also require that at least 3 holes be drilled into the side of the rifle receiver.In addition a little bit of the stock will have to be cut out to make room for the side mount so the base will allow the rifle action to fit flush back into the stock. With the Model 80, you would in fact be better off letting the Gunsmith tap into the top of your receiver (4 holes) and mount a one piece or 2 piece scope mount base. It will be a better looking mount and it won't limit access to your barrels chamber opening for cleaning purposes.It would also be a few dollars cheaper to do it on top than a side mount, and no wood would have to be removed.....
Here are some current auctions on Ebay now for Weaver Top Mount:
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 Weaver Detachable Top Mount 1in Medium Rings Stainless  US $37.99
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 HOT NcSTAR AR Flat Top Quick Release Weaver Style 3 4 Riser Mount MARFQ US $26.75
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 Weaver 1 Top Mount Rings Silver High 49033 US $42.95
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