Smellydog
Well-Known Member
I'd of thought that would make a difference ken.This mount is redundant now but when in use it probably referred the reticle to one side, or maybe not?
I'd of thought that would make a difference ken.This mount is redundant now but when in use it probably referred the reticle to one side, or maybe not?
I've only heard of one issue with mounting (this thread) and heard of many more that all has worked perfectly. I've had two mounts and they have both been perfectly fine, no alignment issues and zeroing has been far easier and quicker than any other scope.That mount option looks good
Bruce
I would have thought it’s pretty obvious why I don’t have one, just going on what reports that come back, I’m fed up and so are many others of buying gear that don’t come up to the mark
It’s alright banging on about the quality of the picture and reticule alignment etc etc, that looks a cracking video put up earlier and the rifle shoots straight brilliant - very nice, but it’s not about that one unit
but to be honest mate if you can’t fix the unit soundly onto a rifle without having to faff about it ain’t worth the money
If there is a problem with mounting or anything else - hands up and get it fixed, all that is needed is an all round well made reliable unit that works all the time with no faffing about, if that’s not possible and it’s nearly there on all points work in progress.
If a company expects people to throw money at a unit, it has to work 100%
You wouldn’t go into tescos to buy 6 sausages only to find there’s only five when you get home and open the box
The unit could well be the best in the market, but it ain’t no good if you can’t use it
Get the long one and you might get away with not having to fit an extended railThinking of putting one of these on my tikka t1x 22lr.
It has a 25moa rail so il probably need the 0 moa mount but do I need the long or short one ?
I knew it would work, fixing a potential alignment issue isnt rocket science, as it happens mine didn’t need any adjustment on the aftermarket mounts i already had but for some its like the biggest drama ever!
I bought one, used it alot and i’m mightily impressed so bought another and will continue to use them while the folk that havent even looked through one prattle on about how awful the thought of possibly having to slip a slither of metal somwhere is
Since we're already OT, yes the two piece Optilock are notorious for coming loose to the point people have TIG welded the base and ring together. The design, as many in Sako lineup, benefits mainly manufacture and retail (not having to keep as much cash tied up in stock since design is modular).There have been probably 10 times more threads about issues with Optilock mounts, either coming loose, losing zero or being massively out of line when setting up.
ThanksJust spotted your videos, very enjoyable and excellent shooting!
Out of interest, did you need the standard or rear extended rail?I have a really difficult situation.
I bought my Zulus from Blackwood Outdoors
and it arrived the day after.
I fitted the supplied 0 moa mount to the unit and fitted the setup to my Sako S20 on top of a Contessa picattiny rail.
I went out to zero and followed the instructions.
It zeroed in three shots and now my Rifle hits what I aim at.
My question is, am I doing something wrong,do I need to seek help ?
Or, is this just a very good little unit which does what it says on the tin at a very reasonable price ?
Congratulations sir.I have a really difficult situation.
I bought my Zulus from Blackwood Outdoors
and it arrived the day after.
I fitted the supplied 0 moa mount to the unit and fitted the setup to my Sako S20 on top of a Contessa picattiny rail.
I went out to zero and followed the instructions.
It zeroed in three shots and now my Rifle hits what I aim at.
My question is, am I doing something wrong,do I need to seek help ?
Or, is this just a very good little unit which does what it says on the tin at a very reasonable price ?
Hi MikeOut of interest, did you need the standard or rear extended rail?
Cheers
Mike
Hi KenCongratulations sir.
Is your LR & BC modes working correctly?
Thanks, Ken.
Sorry Alan, I meant the Contessa rail.Hi Mike
It was the 0 moa mount which was supplied with the unit from Blackwood Outdoors.
I didn't order anything other than the standard.
Blackwood outdoors will keep you right.
Cheers Alan
Hi Mike standard length Contessa rail does the job.Sorry Alan, I meant the Contessa rail.
Just thinking about eye relief.
Cheers
Mike
Hi,Hi Ken
All seems good.
Can't really find anything to complain about.
Cheers Alan
Well done, still not one shot thoughI have a really difficult situation.
I bought my Zulus from Blackwood Outdoors
and it arrived the day after.
I fitted the supplied 0 moa mount to the unit and fitted the setup to my Sako S20 on top of a Contessa picattiny rail.
I went out to zero and followed the instructions.
It zeroed in three shots and now my Rifle hits what I aim at.
My question is, am I doing something wrong,do I need to seek help ?
Or, is this just a very good little unit which does what it says on the tin at a very reasonable price ?

Thanks for that Alan, I've a friend with a Sako 75 .243 looking for day/night vision & the Zulus should suit him perfectlyHi Mike standard length Contessa rail does the job.
I've had no problems with the eye relief or recoil and I'm using it on .308
Cheers Alan