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  1. Big20

    Scope Advice

    Finally, a resolution to the problem. Tried flipping the mount. No change. Tried Sports Match mounts. No change. Then I remembered the scope literature said it was factory set to optical zero. I went through the steps to reset to optical zero. That cut the point of impact discrepancy by...
  2. Big20

    Scope Advice

    Yes, before I shimmed The clearance seem to be perfect. I considered bore height but didn’t think it would be better than 1 1/2 inches. I will remove the shim and shoot at 30+ feet as soon as it quits raining which is about a week from now! Will update then.
  3. Big20

    Scope Advice

    Hawke Airmax scope in UTG mount. I started at 20 feet. Center of target hold got me 3 1/2 inches low. Shimed rear ring until front bell touched receiver. Before shim I was four mil dots low. After shim I was two mil dots low. There is not enough adjustments in the scope to correct this. Did...
  4. Big20

    Scope Advice

    Thanks to everyone for the help.
  5. Big20

    Scope Advice

    Thanks Bear-of-Grayling. The Dvor order just confirmed. I am going with the UTG mount. I’m looking for the medium height?
  6. Big20

    Scope Advice

    This newbie is have a great time with his HW 50s indoors waiting for Spring to happen. It’s clear that these 67 year old eyes are needing help from a scope. Funds are limited so I’m hoping to get away for $200 plus mount. Most shooting will be indoors up to 50 feet so I’m not sure a mildot is...
  7. Big20

    Benjamin Franklin 132 Age & Value

    I have a 132 which I bought somewhere around 1968. It is nearly mint showing wear only in the blueing. Fires pellets with authority. I have original manual but not the box. Stamped below the sight is the number B 94140. Can anyone give me a manufacturing date and value?