Ruger Air Hawk and Ruger 4x32 Scope and Mounts

[imadogman]

I shot several groups with my new Ruger Air Hawk today.

First,I shot4 or 5,1/2 to 3/4 inch groups with open sights on my indoor 8 yard range. Not too bad considering that one of the rear fiber optic filaments is missing, and I don't see like I used to. I used a 6 o'clock hold and hit the bullseye after a very slight sight adjustment to the left. Sights were set very close from the factory.

I decided to mount the Ruger 4x32 scope that came with the gun, just until my new scope and mount arrives. Therings that came with the gun, arekinda cheapo, and I felt the threads start to give way on the rear ring before I got the clamp tight, so I stopped and left it that way for now. The front ring clamped down okay, but I don't really like the way that they fit in the grooves in the receiver. I had tomove the POI upquite a few clicks, so there possibly is a bit of barrel droop, but I won't say that for sure until I get a good scope and mount, and I am able to shoot it at a longer distance.

Once I got it dialed in on my short range, I was able to shoot several 1/2 inch groups. The only problem is: The scope does not focus well below about 30 feet, and my target is at about 25 feet, so it was a little bit tough trying to stay in the middle of the bullseye. The scope is clear at 30 feet plus, and has a fine duplex reticle, and would probably be find for a lightweight hunting gun, as long as the shots are beyond 30 feet.

I am impressed with the accuracy so far. I can't wait to try it at 30 yards. I would bet that it will do well. I tried several types of hold on the gunstock, and I couldn't get the POI to move around at all. It just doesn't seem to care how I hold it.

Now, if it quits snowing here, and my new scope arrives, I will try to get out next weekend and shoot it with the new optics. I have only shot CPHP's in it so far, but if it shoots better after it gets broken in, I will be very happy with it.

Imadogman

[Gene_SC]

Dave, get yourself a one piece mount and a AG rated scope. Just throw away that scope and rings. They will never hold up and your poi will be going all over the place until you do.

[imadogman]

Thanks Gene,  I already have a one piece mount and a new Burris Timberline 4.5-14x32 on the way.

[Gene_SC]

Then you are set and ready to rock n roll... I just changed my scope on the new tuned Ruger this morning. Went from an old BSA 3-12X40 AO to a New Bushy 4-12X40AO Trophy and it sighted in perfect. Had lots of up left. So I guess that old BSA did not have enough up or was just worn out. Glad I did not have to shim or bend the barrel.. Shoots 1" groups at 30 yards. That's good enough for me... I have only got about 100 pellets through the Ruger but expect the groups to tighten up after I have got a ten or two through her. It shoots CP's very well and have had no flyers. RWS Superdomes and JSB's are all over the place.. But that may change after everything gets broken in and the barrel gets good and seasoned..