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primalmu
10-02-2012, 08:40 PM
Does anyone have any leads on a good scope mount for the Hog Hunter? Right now I have 2 short Weaver bases on it, but I found that my Redfield 2-7x32 was too short for the two-piece base. I'm looking for a one-piece weaver rail that will work on the Hog Hunter so I can use my Redfield scope.
thomae
10-02-2012, 08:44 PM
http://www.egwguns.com/seconds/savage-round-back-picatinny-rail-scope-mount-second/ (http://www.egwguns.com/seconds/savage-round-back-picatinny-rail-scope-mount-second/)

EGW rail "second" for $24.99
devildogandboy
10-02-2012, 09:18 PM
http://www.egwguns.com/seconds/savage-round-back-picatinny-rail-scope-mount-second/ (http://www.egwguns.com/seconds/savage-round-back-picatinny-rail-scope-mount-second/)

EGW rail "second" for $24.99

yep, these are very good for the price, was going to get one of the seconds for my la savage but they don't have them. i bought the regular one for more but they are worth the money. short scope, long scope there's plenty of room to mount it wherever you wish.
primalmu
10-02-2012, 09:21 PM
I noticed that mount was a 20 MOA mount. This is going to be a hunting rifle and, realistically, probably won't be used at ranges over 250 yards. Are there any advantages or disadvantages to using a 20 MOA base if I'm not planning on going for longer ranges?
thomae
10-02-2012, 11:02 PM
Oops. I didn't realize it was a 20 MOA mount. Ya got me.

For your ranges, of course you don't need a 20 MOA mount. However, if it will fit and your scope still will hold zero at the ranges you shoot, the advantage is that you save some money on a quality mount. If you ever get a long range rifle, you can swap the mount over to that rifle.
LHitchcox
10-03-2012, 01:40 PM
The Weaver 402M(atte) will give you the extra length you need if you are satisfied with the two piece bases.
primalmu
10-03-2012, 02:01 PM
The Weaver 402M(atte) will give you the extra length you need if you are satisfied with the two piece bases.

Further research actually brought that mount to my attention. I think I'll get that one for $6 and if I end up not liking it I'll look into a EGW.
LHitchcox
10-03-2012, 11:12 PM
I like Weaver 2-piece bases. They are light, strong, and inexpensive. Normally I put the 402 on all my long action Savages. Be advised the 402 fits the rear of the newer round rear receiver Savages too.