Why are not more people using something like this!? (First post edited)...
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I'll add to Loren's post with the other three manufacturer links:
https://ravincrossbows.com/product/jack-plate-adjustable-elevation-mount/
https://www.hhasports.com/optimizer-speed-dial/
http://iveyshooting.com/
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Excellent. Thanks.
I found some more videos. What I like about the hha sports is that it comes with "range tape". Even if the tape does not line up with your actually distances, just cut it and put it where it needs to go. The distance wheel is vertical, and I like that a lot.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tip2XfLshwQ
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The price is a bit better but how would it clear the cocking lever when mounted to an air rifle?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-HHA-Optimizer-Speed-Dial-Adjustable-Yardage-Crossbow-Scope-Rail-Model-OL-SD/302326877200?epid=512989840&hash=item4664160c10:g:uCgAAOSwaEhZJdbQ:rk:12
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-HHA-Optimizer-Speed-Dial-Adjustable-Yardage-Crossbow-Scope-Rail-Model-OL-SD/302326877200?epid=512989840&hash=item4664160c10:g:uCgAAOSwaEhZJdbQ:rk:12
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The price is a bit better but how would it clear the cocking lever when mounted to an air rifle?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-HHA-Optimizer-Speed-Dial-Adjustable-Yardage-Crossbow-Scope-Rail-Model-OL-SD/302326877200?epid=512989840&hash=item4664160c10:g:uCgAAOSwaEhZJdbQ:rk:12
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They sell an extension. No idea if it is enough;
https://www.hhasports.com/speed-dial-extension-bracket/
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The price is a bit better but how would it clear the cocking lever when mounted to an air rifle?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-HHA-Optimizer-Speed-Dial-Adjustable-Yardage-Crossbow-Scope-Rail-Model-OL-SD/302326877200?epid=512989840&hash=item4664160c10:g:uCgAAOSwaEhZJdbQ:rk:12
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What is it called again when you can use it on both sides!? Anyhow... Maybe you can put the wheel on the other side... Or maybe that is the reason no one ever put one on an air rifle.
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Because it makes no sense. Just something else to go wrong and not $ efficient ( know that doesn't matter to some) and just wont function as well as a "Dial of Death"/over sized scope knob.
This is someones else post I surfed up, would be the same with scopewerks ....
( GRAPHIC demised critter in pics)
https://www.airgunnation.com/topic/for-all-the-rapid-mkii-hunter-pesting-lovers-out-there/#post-383034
John
This is someones else post I surfed up, would be the same with scopewerks ....
( GRAPHIC demised critter in pics)
https://www.airgunnation.com/topic/for-all-the-rapid-mkii-hunter-pesting-lovers-out-there/#post-383034
John
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I don't think many of todays Chinese made scopes (with excellent glass BTW) are able to reliably track using a Dial of Death type turret constantly clicking for every shot.
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I have to agree with spysir. Such devices may be useful on crossbows and extreme long range pb's. But consider their purpose. My crossbow has a velocity of about 400 fps, and when sighted at 10 yds, is 22 inches low at 50 yds. Detuned to 300 fps it is 38 inches low. I recall my friend saying his .338 Lapua Magnum (I do not know his load) with a 100 yd zero, has a holdover of nearly 300 inches at 1000 yds. But if I ever have the need to dial in another 100 mils, or lob an 18.13 gr JSB into a ground squirrel at 300 yds, who knows? But for now, a good scope fills my needs.
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I don't see the purpose or benefit from this device, it adds weight and just replaces the functions your scope already has which work 100% as intended if you get decent glass...my scope tracks amazingly well, and making mil adjustments are 100% accurate and between a 10 MIL DOT hold over and 10 more mils of adjustment available in either direction, I can easily reach out to 250~ yards which is MUCH further than I'd ever intend to...
Making adjustments and using hold overs for distance and wind aren't challenging IMO, reading the variances of wind down range and putting the lead right onto the mark is the true challenge and unfortunately I am unaware of any device that will repeatedly perform the above task for you...
-Matt
Making adjustments and using hold overs for distance and wind aren't challenging IMO, reading the variances of wind down range and putting the lead right onto the mark is the true challenge and unfortunately I am unaware of any device that will repeatedly perform the above task for you...
-Matt
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god I wish this wasnt $300+!
it could be a real game changer for woodland hunting with everything from a crossbow to a large cal pub. or for varried distance target matches.
it could be a real game changer for woodland hunting with everything from a crossbow to a large cal pub. or for varried distance target matches.
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Sure it's called a Marine Scout Sniper....lol And God bless them for their over watch.
I think these devices have a place in air gunning for those that want to do "long range" target shooting.
I know if I sight in my .257 Texan at 100 yards at 200 I will have a 40"-45" hold over. You also have to remember I will have already used up some of the scopes vertical adjustment for that 100 yard sight in, so I think these do have their place even for airgun shooters
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Use a 30 or 40 moa scope base then you should have plenty of clicks left.
I didnt look up the cost but I seen $300 and up in other posts. Has it been tested and proved out to be as accurate as a good scope and repeatable? Has it been tested enough in various conditions to guarantee it doesnt cause some horizontal shift past 100 yds? If it does hold the same accuracy of a high end scope you are still adding weight and bulk to your setup. You are also adding $300 + to the cost of setting up the rifle. Why not just add another $300+ to the budget you have for a scope and get a better scope and save weight and bulk? I wouldnt have a use for it since the scopes I use work as intended and I can click in my adjustments. If other people want to pay $300 plus and add the extra weight and bulk go for it but not something I would be interested in.
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Being handicapped, and not able to use a scope as others the OP helped me in designing possible future solutions. I'm obviously not going to pay the price on these, but it helped me research other solutions. We each get a different use out of discussions.
I understand the argument against this for able bodied. But, for me it was valuable information.
I understand the argument against this for able bodied. But, for me it was valuable information.
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I think its always funny how everyone is so willing to fork over the big bucks for the next latest & greatest gizmo or gadget. Learn your mil dots and save your money for more ammo.
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I should have made myself a little bit more clear on what I am planning on using the "Jack Plate" for...
I am NOT talking about using one of these mounts as an
I am NOT talking about using one of these mounts as an
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