Leapers 5th Gen 3-9x50 AO Mil-Dot Rifle Scope

[DeadEye]

I just bought a new scope and a mount for my Crosman Quest 800. I found the combo of scope and mount on this forum. I forget what thread.

The Leapers 5th Gen 3-9x50 AO Mil-Dot Rifle Scope with R/G Reticle, 1" Tube

Leapers Accushot 1-Pc Mount w/1" Rings, 3/8" Dovetail

I have rarely used a scope before and the mil dot thing is a whole new thing.
Is it too much scope for this gun?

I found some explanations on how to use it at.http://www.shooterrehtmlady.com/mildot." target="_blank" /> I have a kind of good idea. But I did not find anything air gun specific. Any ideas?

I just want to shoot squirrels rabbits grackle a few targets tin cans and soda bottles.

I would appreciate any tips or how to use advice.

[triry]

heres a great tutorial, more info can be found in the library.

http://www.gatewaytoairguns.com/library/Mastering%20the%20Mil-Dot.htm

[JimL911]

I prefer a smaller objective and a non illuminated reticule but to each his own. As for the Mil-Dot they are great for multiple aim points. The easiest thing to do is to zero the scope for your main distance then set targets before and after at 5 yard increments and see where a dot under and over hit, to find what distance they are good for. I set mine at 1 dot under at 20 meters and zeroed for about 35 and 7-10. Once set write the distances on a piece of masking tape and stick it to the inside of the lens cover so you can read it when open. Hope this helps.

[North Pack]

I have the exact same scope on my Quest 800, - like it!!! ... You've got to go "where you're comfortable" - FOR YOU. - For outside shooting I have it zeroed in at 25 yards, - going for fifty yards, use one of the (lower) dots to line up your shot. Every gun/scope/shooter/pellet weight is a tad different, - so, experiment and enjoy!!! .. (Try the second dot on fifty yards)

[DeadEye]

Thanks all.  This is all helpful stuff.

I am feeling better about my purchase already. It should be here on Tuesday. I need to get some targets set up for the long weekend.

I am sure I will have more questions later.  Thanks

[Jaymo]

I have that same scope on my R9 and I think it's fantastic. I really like it. My mount is the one piece mount from Uniflame Industries, with the 5 mounting screws. I don't think you'll be disappointed with it.

[DeadEye]

I went out today and bought some fine point pens. So that I can practice drawing some (Mill Dot Maps). If that is the correct term?

 North Park or Jaymo could you tell me how many dots there are ?

[triry]

terrence,....here are a couple pretty good articals.... you might enjoy the info.

http://www.snipershide.com/node/1

http://www.mil-dot.com/Mil_Dot_User_Guide.htm#Math

[KK0605]

I got the 40mm version of this scope and rings and, even though it is "True-Strength", my TF89 tore it up. Was shooting all over the place. Went back to open sights, was hitting center at 30yrds.

[Jaymo]

6 dots above center. 6 below center. 6 dots left of center, and 6 dots right of center

[DeadEye]

Thanks Jaymo @ Jim

[DeadEye]

It came a day early. Man this thing is huge. I know I am going to like it.To bad I wont be home before dark for a couple of days.

[DeadEye]

These rings are not tall enough for this sope.


Leapers Accushot 1-Pc Mount w/1" Rings, 3/8" Dovetail
 :emoticon:
What a bummer.

[Jaymo]

I bought a one piece high mount from Uniflame Industries off Ebay. It doesn't leave a lot of room under the scope objective bell, but there's enough room for me to keep the flip up lens caps on it and use them.

[DeadEye]

Jaymo does that leave enough room to cock it with the sun shade on?