Author Topic: rifle with creedmoor sights (Read 1120 times)

Mike357mag · « **on:** August 13, 2005, 03:40:22 PM »

What rifles are available with a creedmoor sight in 45-70. I don't want to spend thousands of dollars or buy a cheap replica with soft metal either. If it makes a difference I will reload for it but will be using a jacketed projectile. Is their a source for creedmoor sight for say and H&R or encore or ruger no. 1 rifle? If not what brands are reasonable and good quality. I plan on informal target shooting at 300 yards and less.

Mike H

marlinman93 · « **Reply #1 on:** August 13, 2005, 05:56:08 PM »

Since Creedmoor sights were mounted to a metal bezel inlaid into the top of the buttstock near the buttplate, any long range sight will serve this purpose. Shiloh, Ballard, Lone Star, and CPA all make Creedmoor models, and all sell sights for them. You can also buy Creedmoor sights from Axtell, MVA, among others. Less expensive sights can be purchased from Parts Unknown, or Pedersoli.
Creedmoor rifles were normally equipped with two bases, and one stem that could be moved between the tang position, and the rear position.
I don't know of anyone making long range sights for any of the models you mentioned, but I have seen long range vernier sights fitted to the Ruger #1 and H&R single shots. Both require a bit of gunsmithing to adapt a long range sight to the tang area, and any rifle will require some work to mount one in the rear Creedmoor position.
Hope this helps.

Cottonwood · « **Reply #2 on:** August 14, 2005, 02:17:21 AM »

You may find one here at Buffalo Arms

TexasMac · « **Reply #3 on:** August 18, 2005, 07:07:41 AM »

How about a Browning BPCR, which comes with a spirit level front sight and a soule rear sight, and can be easily used for ranges well over 500 yds possibly up to 1000 yds? These are still available in the $1400 to $1500 for like new used rifles. A NIB can be had for around $1600.

Wayne