gun vise and scope mounting tools

[wethy]

I'm looking at getting a gun vise and was also looking at tool kits for working on guns and mounting scopes. On Amazon I seen a Wheeler kit for scope mounting and such. it had a torque screwdriver and bits. It also came with the scope leveling tool. It was like $80 I then looked at the Tipton gun vise. It was $90 some. Now the reviews on the Tipton gun vise were not that good. People were talking how it was very cheaply made and just didn't hold up. I don't want to do this twice. I was wondering what you guys were using and app how much it was. Money as usual is a concern with me. thanks.

JPW

Seems I screwed the pooch on this one. I put it under tools and such. I then went to the ALL section and seen where someone had started a topic similar. Maybe a little help on the vise and I'll just go with the Wheeler stuff

 

[marquette]

I e been using my Tipton vise for several years and really like it. I needed a part for it after about 7-8 years and Tipton sent me ten part for free.

 

[Odoyle]

The most useful scope leveling tool.

No bubble levels needed if done properly and when the gun rail is straight as it should be.

https://arisakadefense.com/products/optic-leveler 

 

[RBAZ]

What Odoyle said...quick, easy and spot on...

 

[wethy]

I' have never seen that one. definately different. Will the small one work in most cases or do I wait for the large one to come in?

What sled do you guys use. Ours is an old HDC that is pretty much seen it's day and looking to upgrade.There's like 300 of them out there and I want to get a decent one this time around,

 

[DeadOnShot]

"No bubble levels needed if done properly and when the gun rail is straight as it should be."

The only problem is that it assumes that the reticle and turret housing are in perfect alignment. (read the fine print)

 

[Odoyle]

In other words only for properly made scopes that have good QC that don't have canted/crooked reticles straight out of their scope boxes when purchased new. Those you send back for warranty exchange (then sell the new replacement straight to the classifieds) or just get a refund eh?

 

[cea1960]

This is what I have. Very adjustable and solid. Made by Hyskore. The tool tray lifts out. It can also accommodate a pistol. I've even clamped it to my bench for 1 shot sight ins. I think I paid $60 for it.

 

[Odoyle]

A relatively cheap one on sale right now with free gunsmithing tools and free shipping.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1019482664?pid=298551

 

[wethy]

cea like your vise but I think it's discontinued. Couldn't find that one. They make others though I'm gonna check out. thanks

 

[wethy]

thanks Odoyle, I'm gonna order that one. Seems like it's got what I need. That's neat web site. Never been there.

JPW

 

[wethy]

I hope that thing works like it should. looks like a good deal. It's 40% off plus free shipping. Said it's in stock and be here Monday I'm excited lol

I ordered that scope alignment tool too. Never seen one of those. Looks pretty slick

JPW

 

[wethy]

Those guys at Midway are on it. That has already shipped, might get here Friday and that's free shipping

JPW

 

[Smok3y]

The most useful scope leveling tool.

No bubble levels needed if done properly and when the gun rail is straight as it should be.

https://arisakadefense.com/products/optic-leveler

This is pretty cool. Like what Spuhrs come with. Should work with a good scope.

 

[BMC]

You can get them on Ebay for 12 bucks 

 

[Odoyle]

PLZ post the $12 BUCKS link!

 

[BMC]

I hope this works. Optic Leveler Combo Arisaka Defense Tool Kit Rifle Scope Fine Adjustment NEW | eBay

 

[Odoyle]

DANG CHEAP!!! Has MAKE OFFER OPTION AND FREE SHIPPING TOO!

Thanks!!!

 

[jking]

Thanks for the idea Odoyle and thanks for the ebay link BMC. Just ordered one myself. I've had a lot of trouble getting a level on some guns receivers either because there is not a good flat spot that aren't under the scope or it's too short of gap. This should work perfectly. 

Thanks for the info

jking

 

[JimNM]

The most useful scope leveling tool.

No bubble levels needed if done properly and when the gun rail is straight as it should be.

https://arisakadefense.com/products/optic-leveler

+1 I have both the small and medium size. This tool uses the flat bottom of your scope to index against the scope rail. If you don't have a flat bottom on your scope.. this won't help.