Axis and SWFA SS

[megsdad]

Hi Guys,
I just picked up an Axis heavy barrel in .223 to use as a bench gun. I decided on an SWFA ss as a scope and EGW base.
What height rings do you SWFA users use?
Thanks

[DrThunder88]

I use rings that are 10mm from the top of the rail to the bottom of the scope tube. I might be able to get a bit lower but probably not much lower.

[devildogandboy]

megsdad, welcome to the forum. here's an calculator that may help you decide.
http://www.mil-rad.com/scope_ring_calculator

Bruce

[Mthomas90]

I used lows with a full bull and 20 moa base.

[megsdad]

Thanks Guys. This is my first bolt action rifle. I understand getting rings with enought height so the scope clears the barrel. I'm concerned about bolt handle clearance.
there doesnt seem to be a way to know for sure. That's why i went to the source.
Thanks

[doodedge]

I have an AXIS 308 HB with fixed 10 SWFA SS. I have low rings and still have to use a higher check pad. I also have a custom tactical bolt handle with no clearance issues.

http://oi68.tinypic.com/4s1s8n.jpg

[RkzShockwave]

I used 10mm mid height on my 10x Swfa as well. I have a beartooth comb raising kit on the butt. Nice looking handle btw.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160227/59998ddd3660b8eacbb98b58781012fc.jpg

[savgebolt]

wow Bruce ,,,, that is as slick as snot,,,,,,,,lol,,,,,,,,,really cool

[MtnSav308]

doodege What kind of stock is that your runnning on your axis hb. I was trying to ask doodedge particularly about his rifle setup. Sorry still trying to figure out how some things on the forum work. As far as the rings go I have a swfa on a model 10 and axis hb. Lows will work and meds also one thing to consider is if you plan on using a scope level (the style that actually fits on the scope) you don't have very much room at all if you use low rings. I actually had to dremel off a little to get mine to fit with the scope level. Just something to consider.

[Iowa Fox]

doodege do you remember what number of Butler Creek covers You used on the 10X SS? I need to get some for mine. Thanks

[triehl27]

Iowa Fox,
Looks like a Boyds Pro Varmint stock to me. matches mine in the grip area.