I also posted this in the optics forum but I thought I would stick in here to for those that may have missed it.
You guys may have already been aware of this but I am relatively new to the Ruger scene as I just recently got my SRH. I have been hearing a lot about the imperfections of the Ruger mounting system and the prep work required to insure a good tight fit.
Here is a link..its an adaptable weaver base that will allow you to use any rings you like. No gunsmith required.
http://www.jackweigand.com/srh.html Let me know what you guys think.
Toby