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Offline hansg/Ups

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suggested torque wrench for installing scopes,etc.?
« on: November 21, 2008, 06:01:36 AM »
Can anyone suggest a torque wrench for installing scopes,etc.
Please note/include the :source,model,item#.
I end up over tightening the screws.
Thanks for the help.

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Re: suggested torque wrench for installing scopes,etc.?
« Reply #2 on: November 21, 2008, 10:41:50 AM »
I purchased one from my local snap on guy that I buy my work tools from... I may have gotten that mixed up and accidentally written it off my taxes!

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Re: suggested torque wrench for installing scopes,etc.?
« Reply #3 on: November 21, 2008, 01:11:01 PM »
The FAT wrench.  ;)

+1  I don't know how accurate it is but it seems fine and gives me confidence.
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