When selecting a scope for an air rifle, what factors should be considered to ensure it can withstand the reverse recoil of spring break barrel action? I've got a few vortex optics lying around and they have a great warranty, but I'd prefer not to break them and deal with the warranty process if there is a high likelihood they will break.
How can one differentiate between scopes that are specifically designed to handle these types of airguns and those that are not? Are they simply named "airgun scopes"?
Additionally, what steps should be taken to properly mount and zero a scope to withstand airgun shooting? If my rings don't have a set screw, will the scope slowly inch forward on the rails? Is there any way to secure it without a set screw or is it not worth the trouble and I should just grab new rings?
How can one differentiate between scopes that are specifically designed to handle these types of airguns and those that are not? Are they simply named "airgun scopes"?
Additionally, what steps should be taken to properly mount and zero a scope to withstand airgun shooting? If my rings don't have a set screw, will the scope slowly inch forward on the rails? Is there any way to secure it without a set screw or is it not worth the trouble and I should just grab new rings?