How far you wanting to go with it? Mine will dial out to around 1200 yds with stock base and vortex viper hslr. Thing shoots lights out. What bullet are you wanting to use?
I'd get your rings and get that scope as close to the barrel as possible and start shooting. All I shoot is 143 eldx. Won't shoot any lighter bullets. Trying to completely stay away from copper fouling. Good luck with your project!
I would consider getting a 20 MOA rail with some low rings. Reason being, at longer ranges, the crosshair, after dialing up, for long range shots will be closer to the center of the optic. This center of the optic has the best image and less distortion, and gives best long range image possible.