So I got the Cayden today and tried to throw a scope on. I realized that the rail in front of the breech is not the standard Picatinny rail spacing. I got a basic set of rings with 2 fixed locking bolts which won't fit. What am I missing here? I used plenty of P. rails in the past.
Benjamin Cayden: need help with Picatinny rail!
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It should be a standard picatinny rail unless there is a blemish in the machining?
What rings are you attempting to install?
What rings are you attempting to install?
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Well I think I just realized my mistake. I have a set of tactical mounts with 2 locking bolts. UTG e.g. only has 1 locking bolt and hence should fit fine. Really annoyed now I'll have to wait till Monday. Any recommendations for new mounts?
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Why not just use ONE locking bolt for now?
You yourself stated UTG uses ONE anyway?
No idea exactly what mounts you are using anyway... Pictures of the underside and of the side tightening screws would help...
You yourself stated UTG uses ONE anyway?
No idea exactly what mounts you are using anyway... Pictures of the underside and of the side tightening screws would help...
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If I get to spend YOUR money? 
I like Sportsmatch rings... great quality.
UTG PRO’s are very nice.
FX No Limits for elevation adjustability.
BKL would be a decent choice,
Hawke makes a decent inexpensive set.
I like Sportsmatch rings... great quality.
UTG PRO’s are very nice.
FX No Limits for elevation adjustability.
BKL would be a decent choice,
Hawke makes a decent inexpensive set.
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You could drill and tap and counter sink a properly placed hole for the secondary cross bolt of you want it perfect to just use what you have. If not enough space apart when initial measurements done then do 2 secondary tapped holes redo the whole thing yourself.
If you don't wanna bother then you could just simply run a tiny C-Clamp at the front of the missing cross pin tighten it first then the Crossbolt last to give that C-Clamp tension so it won't come off.
If you using something like THIS...
If you don't wanna bother then you could just simply run a tiny C-Clamp at the front of the missing cross pin tighten it first then the Crossbolt last to give that C-Clamp tension so it won't come off.
If you using something like THIS...
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Picatinny rails do not necessarily have the same machining on all AR's. Cases in point; my Gen1 Impact rail with Eagle Vision 34mm set with my Athlon ETR is 2mm off when attaching to my Wildcat MK3 and Maverick rail!
FX Wildcat bi-pod rail is off 1mm for my Leophoto tripod picatinny to arca mount... Just not consistent I would say.
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Well, the 2 locking bolt a part of the ring. I guess I could remove one with a file or dremel but I can get a new pair by Monday.
Thanks
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If I get to spend YOUR money?
I like Sportsmatch rings... great quality.
UTG PRO’s are very nice.
FX No Limits for elevation adjustability.
BKL would be a decent choice,
Hawke makes a decent inexpensive set.
The Hawke looks nice. I use the BKL on my heavy Springer rifles.
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If you plan on using a medium to high magnification scope I suggest buying this so you don't run out of elevation and can actually optically center your scope and also be able to zero at 100 yards and 200 yards.
https://www.airgunsofarizona.com/scope-mounts/eagle-vision-infinity-ips-30-2-pc-30mm-adjustable-mount/
OR
https://www.airgunsofarizona.com/scope-mounts/eagle-vision-infinity-ins-30-2-pc-30mm-adjustable-mounts/
OR
OR of you got 1 inch Scope tube go FX No Limits.
https://spaweapons.com/products/fx-no-limits-scope-rings-30mm?variant=31710803263585
Buy from HERE if you can order the minimum $150 to get free shipping.
https://www.pyramydair.com/s/a/FX_No_Limit_Scope_Mount_1_inch_Weaver_Picatinny/7564
https://www.airgunsofarizona.com/scope-mounts/eagle-vision-infinity-ips-30-2-pc-30mm-adjustable-mount/
OR
https://www.airgunsofarizona.com/scope-mounts/eagle-vision-infinity-ins-30-2-pc-30mm-adjustable-mounts/
OR
OR of you got 1 inch Scope tube go FX No Limits.
https://spaweapons.com/products/fx-no-limits-scope-rings-30mm?variant=31710803263585
Buy from HERE if you can order the minimum $150 to get free shipping.
https://www.pyramydair.com/s/a/FX_No_Limit_Scope_Mount_1_inch_Weaver_Picatinny/7564
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...we have had good results with these mounts on the Cayden...
Amazon.com: WestHunter Optics Picatinny Rifle Scope Rings,1"/30mm Tactical Precision Low Profile Scope Mount for Hunting and Shooting,Black: Sports & Outdoors
...their low profile @ 1.1" over bore is more like a medium in most brands... I get just enough magazine clearance with an Alpha 6 scope...it is snug where the turrets are but not an issue...is almost like guide...I like to keep parallax to the minimum and these mounts do that...
Amazon.com: WestHunter Optics Picatinny Rifle Scope Rings,1"/30mm Tactical Precision Low Profile Scope Mount for Hunting and Shooting,Black: Sports & Outdoors
...their low profile @ 1.1" over bore is more like a medium in most brands... I get just enough magazine clearance with an Alpha 6 scope...it is snug where the turrets are but not an issue...is almost like guide...I like to keep parallax to the minimum and these mounts do that...
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