99 scope

[haroldpo]

Thinking about putting a vintage Weaver 2.5x 60 scope i have on a 1956 Savage 99F .243? Anyone have this set up?

[Model24]

I do not, but I thought I would add my two cents. The problem I have with scoping the 99 is achieving proper eye relief. Those old scopes can have the advantage because they’re often longer than modern scopes. But still, sometimes the length is in the wrong place, and it’s just not possible to position the scope far enough aft. I’ve used old long scopes, new scopes with 5 inch eye relief, and shortened stocks.

A 60mm will require high mounts, so a cheek riser will probably be necessary.

[haroldpo]

I believe it's a 20mm scope, the 60 is part of the model # i guess. The gun has pivot mounts on it now. I'll mount it today and ck eye relief.

[JimFsh]

. . . . .the 60 is part of the model # i guess. . . . . .

Quite right, Harold . . . . .

If the scope was marked “60”, it will NOT have the “constantly-centered” crosshair.

If it is marked “60-B” it WILL have the more desirable “constantly-centered” crosshair.

[Model24]

Ah, so, my mistake.

[haroldpo]

Sorry for the no reply, been locked out of site for 3 days, don't know why. Had to change password. Anyway got scope mounted and bore sighted in. Shooting tomorrow i hope.

[haroldpo]

Combo works great, no eye relief problem for me.