Scoping a .375 H&H

[Swampman]

I want to put a Leupold 3-9X40 on my Model 700 in .375 H&H.  I want to use Weaver style mounts because I don't trust other styles.  I am thinking Warne or Leupold steel bases and some type of low steel rings.  I can't afford Talleys.  Do you think the Burris Zee rings would stay together and not ruin my scope?

[mauser98us]

This is just my opinion,take it for what it is worth. First off,I think a varible in the range of 1 to 4 power is more than enough for that caliber.  Not a fan of Weaver rings, that being said,if using Weaver type bases,go for the Zee rings. If you have some money availible, I would opt for the Leupold double dovetail. I have a single dovetail on my Whitworth and never been an issue.On my CZ I use the Burris rings,but the Model 700 does not have integal mounts ala CZ. If cost no object, the Conetrols are simply outstanding.

[Wyo. Coyote Hunter]

  Swampman, my model 700 in 375 H & H has a 3-9 Leupold in either Burris or Leupold...I have shot this rifle quite a bit, and it works fine....I went with these mounts because of the windage adg..my older Leupold has limited adj. in the scope its self...as for the 3-9, I had a lower powered scope on it on a trip to Africa..I only shot one head of game with it and the low powered scope...mostly I used my old .300 with a 4-12..the reason was the brush was sooo thick the higher power made it very simple to pick a hole in which I could shoot though..that is when I put the 3-9 on it and it has stayed..probably always will..one thing I used high power scopes all the time, so the 12 x in heavy brush was not a problem..I often carried it on 4 then zoomed up to pick the shot..If you feel comfortable with the higher power scope, for me it is the only way to go..I don't think I would go much higher, but I sure like mine on the 375..you shooting factory or hand loads...as I remember you don't handload much if at all...good shooting

[Swampman]

Craig Boddington suggested the 3-9X40.  I've never had any faith in the Dual Dovetail mounts but maybe I'll take a look.  They always seem too high for a good cheek weld.

[pastorp]

Swampy,

I use the tally one piece lightweights. They are solid and almost indestructible. And I think around $40.00 complete.

Hope this helps.