Savage 111 Hog Hunter with scope

[jasonsim]

I am wanting to buy a model 111 Hog Hunter with the green stock short barrel and accu trigger in .223. The barrel comes with iron sights which is a big part of the reason I chose this model.
I want to mount a scope to it but keep the iron sights usable. I was told to look for a side mounted scope. I called the only gunsmith around where I live and asked about getting it mounted but he wasn't much help. I called Savage directly and they told me they don't know of any scope rings/ mounts that will work for what I want.
After researching a little I found some scope rings that are raised higher and are open to allow for the use of the iron sights but they are made for specific rifles.
Anyone know of a mount for the 111?

[foxx]

Start with any weaver style base for the hog hunter (there are many options) then add these:http://www.millettsights.com/mounts/see-thru-scope-mounts/
model # # se007030

I've never done it, but that model is for weaver bases.

Or, try here: http://www.midwayusa.com/product/1397459299/millett-1-see-thru-weaver-style-rings

[foxx]

On the other hand, the open sights on Hog Hunter are very tall... there may not be any see-thru's that will work.

If it were me, I'd just go with a low power variable scope like a 1.75-6 or 2-7 or 1-4 or something similar with Leupold Quick Detachable Weaver Rings so that you can install, remove and reinstall the scope at will. I bet if you do, though, you'll likely just leave the scope attached and carry at low power.

[kkeene]

I wound up taking the iron sights off of mine because the rear sight is soo darn tall, I assume to clear a large diameter silencer.

I doubt that the see thru mounts will work with the tall sights. If you want to keep the iron sights try a one piece base and use quick release rings.

Mine is in 308 and I really like the way it handles. Mine shoots 3/4 MOA with 168 and 165 gr bullets and that is about as good as I can hold. Many folks complain about the plastic stock, it doesn't bother me and I don't worry about scratching it when I hunt. If I used a bi-pod it probably would bother me. I bet you will be happy with a hog hunter!

[sdeeter19541]

On the other hand, the open sights on Hog Hunter are very tall... there may not be any see-thru's that will work.

If it were me, I'd just go with a low power variable scope like a 1.75-6 or 2-7 or 1-4 or something similar with Leupold Quick Detachable Weaver Rings so that you can install, remove and reinstall the scope at will. I bet if you do, though, you'll likely just leave the scope attached and carry at low power.
That's what I did to my Alaskan...low power scope, quick release mounts. The rear sight is partially in the path of the scope (32mm), but you don't see it in the sight picture.

[Gypsyrt]

I used a EGW rail on my hog hunter with Warne QD rings and a Nikon 3-9 40 scope

Take off the scope and use the irons they are high enough to see above the rail.

Works well for me on my hog hunter

[alphapaintballref]

It might be different hunting hogs (which, between the caliber and the name of the gun I assume you're doing), but carrying in Alaska, I had a 2-7 Leupold, and I kept it on 2 while walking in case something jumped out close. I used to own a 110 with see-through scope rings and I found it forced me to assume an uncomfortable shooting position so I could see through the raised scope, with my jawbone on the stock instead of my cheek.