Scoping Handi Questions

[Swampman]

Is the Weaver base acceptable, I picked up one at BassPro.  Do I have to remove my rear sight and use extra high rings as mentioned on the package.  Have any of you had good results without using Accura-Glass to attach the base to the barrel?  Do I have to use a hammer spur?  I'm thinking about using my 2X7 Leupold thats on my Remington 700 and getting a 3X9 for it.

Thanks in advance.  I did some searches and checked the FAQ and I really didn't see much.

[cwlongshot]

I prefer the H&R base to the Weaver, simply because there are more options for where to put the scope. (More slots)  But if you have a Dremel, its VERY easy to cut new slots in the Weaver base!! The Dremel comes with a 1/8" burr cutter and it works fast and perfectly for cutting extra slots in the base.

As for the rings, I have found I an use med rings. I prefer Leupold PRW rings, Weaver 4X4's also work well.



I also choose the Leupold scopes and the 2X7 is my all time favorite. Its on most of my Handis. Here is a shot of my 500 S&W.



 Yes I use the Hammer spur.  I haven't had to Acra glass the base on any handi, but yes I have in the past. I am usually able to get a good fit with some sand paper wrapped around the barrel.
Generally the big kickers in my contenders. I had a 357Herrett tha completely sheared the screws!!!  I re-tapped to #8's and epoxied the base the the barrel, NO MORE PROBLEMS!!!

[OHHJIMMY]

CW is correct. I like the H&R bases a lot better. I also have a couple of Handi's with Leuopold 2-7 scopes. They just clear the hammer.

[cwlongshot]

Here is a shot of a Leupold with WEAVER 4X4 rings...med height. On my 17M2 handi:



CW