torque wrench and settings

[Blench99]

any recommendations for a torque wrench for mounting scopes and what are the settings ? many thanks

 

[Rutland lad]

I like vfm so I use a cycle torque wrench.
And rings are normally 2NM I believe

 

[Alantoo]

From the Sportsmatch site...

Sportsmatch UK | FAQs

Can Sportsmatch scope mounts be used on centrefire rifles? Yes, we offer a range of dedicated scope mounts for Tikka […]

www.sportsmatch-uk.com

"Ring screws (4mm thread diameter) – 15 in-lbs. Dovetail clamp screws with 4mm thread diameter – 38 in-lbs. Dovetail clamp screws with 5mm thread diameter – 55 in-lbs. Rail clamp on Picatinny / Weaver scope mounts - 28 in-lbs. Due to many variables these figures can only be used as a guide. In extreme cases some particularly heavy recoiling rifles may require higher levels of torque to be applied to the dovetail clamp screws only. To avoid damaging the screws on your scope mount please only use the allen key supplied or a suitable torque wrench."

Torque is torque whether it is indicated by a screwdriver type or lever type wrench, choose whichever type is most useful or affordable for you.

The least expensive ones I have seen are the 1/4" square drive lever type strangely given the robust nature of their construction...maybe they don't have the shooting premium applied...

Amazon.co.uk : torque wrench 1/4

Alan

 

[The Optimist]

I have used a Wera torque wrench and bits for all my scopes and rifles. Excellent kit, but probably no better than other brands.

 

[Blench99]

Many thanks

 

[The Optimist]

Great piece of kit. And I wouldn't be without this kit!