Brand New 338 RUM

[338RUML]

I just purchased a Remington 700 XCR 2 chamberd in 338 Rum. I am trying to decide what scope I am going to put on it I am thinking about a Leupold VX-3 8.5-25x50mm not positive on what scope yet though
I am open to any and all suggestion about a scope and or anything about this cartridge.
I am new to this forum site please correct me if I am in the wrong spot saying the wrong stuf. gun)

 

[Rick Richard]

That depends on the purpose of the rifle and your budget. You may receive better replies if you state those two.

If you want to stick with Leupold and used for hunting and long range without breaking the bank, then look at the VX-6 with the TMOA reticle.

Nightforce is hard to beat with them being built like a tank and one of the most dependable out there for dialing and zero repeatability.

Many many choices.

Good luck!

 

[338RUML]

The rifle is mainly going to be used to hunt elk out to 1400 yards and target practice closer and further but mainly I would just like a high quality scope with enough elevation to get me to that 1400 yards or further I have about a 2000 dollar budget here thanks for replying

 

[Varmint Hunter]

IMO 8.5X on the bottom can be a big disadvantage on a hunting scope unless you are certain that short/moderate distance shots won't be possible.

I spent the better part of the summer getting my 338 RUM ready for a Canadian moose hunt. I was fully prepared for taking long range shots. My bull was first spotted at just over 1,000 yds on the opposite mountain top and responded to the call. About an hour after the moose disappeared below the tree tops, it reappeared at 54 yds and was moving out of a shooting position quickly. Fortunately my scope was on 4X and I was able to get on his shoulder quickly despite my surprise at his appearance right in front of me. Bang, flop and it was over.

Just some food for thought.

 

[jehu]

If you got 2K to spend get the Nightforce ACTAR or NXS and forget the Lupeypold!

 

[338RUML]

So I bought a Leupold VX-3 8.5-25x50mm with 87 moa of adjustment I have read that most guys lose half of that adjustment once they sight in their rifle. I am looking for opinions on a base and 30mm rings with about 20 moa of elevation. Again I am kind of new to this so any advice is appreciated

 

[el matador]

If you got 2K to spend get the Nightforce ACTAR or NXS and forget the Lupeypold!

I have an NXS and a VX-6. After using both I won't be putting another NXS on a hunting rifle. They are great scopes but just too heavy for anything you're going to carry. The VX-6 has glass every bit as good as the Nightforce, a wider range of magnification, and is only 2/3 the weight. I don't like the turrets as much, so I'm going to send it in after this season and have Leupold's tactical turrets installed.

 

[el matador]

So I bought a Leupold VX-3 8.5-25x50mm with 87 moa of adjustment I have read that most guys lose half of that adjustment once they sight in their rifle. I am looking for opinions on a base and 30mm rings with about 20 moa of elevation. Again I am kind of new to this so any advice is appreciated

Talley 20 MOA rail
TPS TSR 30mm Super Low Picatinny rings
Holland 30mm scope level

These are reasonably priced and light weight. I feel like its a great combination for a lighter weight scope like the VX-3. For heavier scopes or really hard recoiling guns I like the Vortex Precision Matched rings (same as Seekins Precision rings)

 

[338RUML]

Thanks for the info I am still trying to wrap my mind around this so I apologize in advance but would someone please explain to me why you lose or gain moa elevation adjustment depending on how the scope is mounted. Like i said I bought a vx-3 8.5-25 30mm I plan on developing a load at 100 yards then zeroing it at 250 yards if I the scope comtains 87 moa of internal adjustment and i sight it in at 250 yards about how much adjustment would i have left with a standard base and let's say low rings

 

[el matador]

With a regular(0 moa) base you'll usually end up with slightly less than 1/2 your adjustment in the "up" direction. So probably 35-40. The rest of your 87 moa will be in the "down" direction and will be useless. This is why many people are using 20 moa rails. It tilts the scope body 20 moa downward, giving you more of your adjustment in the "up" direction.

 

[338RUML]

Thanks for that el matador would a talley aluminum 20 moa rail hold up to the recoil of a 338 RUM or should I spend about 60 more for a steel night force or similar rail? Also do you know if they make 20 moa dual dovetail mounts?

 

[Rich Coyle]

Thanks for that el matador would a talley aluminum 20 moa rail hold up to the recoil of a 338 RUM or should I spend about 60 more for a steel night force or similar rail? Also do you know if they make 20 moa dual dovetail mounts?

If you go with Burris Zee Signature rings you use Weaver bases. The Signatures use plastic inserts that allow at least 20 minutes of elevation. You can use .000", +.005"and -.005", +.010 and -.010", and +.020 and -.020" " in front and rear. This should give you more than 20 minutes if you want it. They also allow you to correct for a misdrilled action.

 

[el matador]

I've never heard of an aluminum rail failing. Some folks like steel for extra peace of mind but aluminum works great. I have the Talley rail and Seekins rings on my 338-378 with a 22 oz PST scope. I'm very happy with it and haven't had any issues whatsoever.

 

[338RUML]

Ok I am going to purchase scope rings and I think I've got it narrowed to 2 choices Leupold mark 4 picatinny mounts or seekins picatinny mounts they are about the same money and same 7075 billet aluminum any opinions? Also should I maybe consider a 30 moa rail instead of a 20 for a little more adjustment because I would hate to have to buy another rail down the road because I can't dial to the range I want to shoot is there any disadvantage of a 30 or 40 moa rail?