Author Topic: Scope???? (Read 695 times)

Spencer · « **on:** February 19, 2004, 01:33:41 AM »

I currently have a T/C Encore with a .223 rifle barrel. It has a Nikon prostaff 2-7X scope. I want to get a muzzleloader barrel for the Encore. I can buy Leupold quick release scope rings and mount the same scope on both barrels. The question is will the scope handle the recoil of a muzzleloader?? I know they make shotgun scopes to use on shotguns because of recoil, but do they make muzzleloader specific scopes or do they recommend using a rifle or shotgun scope on a muzzleloader???
Thanks for any help.

big6x6 · « **Reply #1 on:** February 19, 2004, 02:00:45 AM »

"The question is will the scope handle the recoil of a muzzleloader?? "

There SHOULDN'T be any problem.

" I know they make shotgun scopes to use on shotguns because of recoil, but do they make muzzleloader specific scopes or do they recommend using a rifle or shotgun scope on a muzzleloader???"

Models are MADE with "muzzleloader" somewhere in the model/name of the scope. That is ONLY relating to parallex distance which is usually 50 to 75yds, WAY too close for todays' modern muzzleloading equipment. A good centerfire rifle scope is the way to go.

sheephunterab · « **Reply #2 on:** February 19, 2004, 05:24:43 AM »

You will have to re-zero each time you switch the scope between barrels. While you can take it on and off the same barrel without losing zero, you can't switch between barrels.

Spencer · « **Reply #3 on:** February 19, 2004, 07:46:17 AM »

Thanks for the info. I think that I do have a good scope in the Nikon Prostaff scope. As far as re zeroing, I hope to have it sighted in for one barrel, then move it to the other barrel and figure out how many clicks up or down, right or left, and get it real close that way. fire a couple rounds to test it, and then be ready to hunt. When I move back to the other barrel, I will already know the number of clicks to turn, test fire, and ready to go. I just wasn't sure if I needed a shotgun or rifle scope for the muzzleloader.
Thanks

RandyWakeman · « **Reply #4 on:** February 19, 2004, 01:42:57 PM »

That's one of the examples of marketing attempts by scope companies to obfuscate the issue. There really is no such thing as "muzzleloader recoil." After all, you could shoot a 195 gr. sabot all the way up to a 435 gr. sabot, with Pyrodex charges from 90 grains up to whatever your gun / shoulder is rated for. Either way, a deer at 50 yards is likely not as lively as he once was with a well-placed shot. Your gun might weigh 5 lbs, it might weigh 10 lbs. or more. Hard to define what "muzzleloader recoil" is.

By definition, firearm scopes need to be able to absorb shock-- otherwise, they just aren't firearm scopes. :roll:

big6x6 · « **Reply #5 on:** February 20, 2004, 02:25:21 AM »

"As far as re zeroing, I hope to have it sighted in for one barrel, then move it to the other barrel and figure out how many clicks up or down, right or left, and get it real close that way."

Man, that is going to be a LOT of trouble. Not very practical either. I'd save up and spring for another scope.

Spencer · « **Reply #6 on:** February 21, 2004, 02:08:00 AM »

big 6x6, maybe you are right. I'll have to save my pennies.