scope mounting issues

[DrThunder88]

Could you have gotten the rings mixed up in such a way that you have two slightly different heights on each rifle?

[andyinak61]

I switched them around and no difference. One person I know suggested putting a shim under one of the scope bases. Any input on good or bad idea?

[barrel-nut]

I switched them around and no difference. One person I know suggested putting a shim under one of the scope bases. Any input on good or bad idea?

Assuming you are using two-piece bases, yes this would help. It's not my favorite way to solve the problem, but it will get you back on target. Put a shim under the rear base to raise the point of impact in relation to the line of sight. Put a shim under the front base to lower the point of impact. Someone will chime in here soon and say that Burris Signature rings with the inserts will solve your problem, and they would. I prefer solid rail type mounts. But if you want to use the ones you have, you'll pretty much have to shim them. If you're in a pinch shims can be made from soda cans. I've never done that, but I have had good luck with these:
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/154...-package-of-10

[andyinak61]

I went to the range with both rifles. the shims seem to work just fine. All I tried today was factory loads. The 06 with American Eagle 150 fmj shot so-so. The .270 with Remington Core Loct 150 sp put 5 into 1.12 and 4 of them into .48. I guess it is another accurate Savage rifle.