Unertl scope and mounts base
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CatShooter
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Where can I find one? I see a few on the auction sites. Have never had one. What are the pros and cons of those that have tried them?
Ragn...
Did you get the pictures I e-mailed you.
The pros are they have the best optics around - better than current stuff.
You NEVER have to worry about if the turrets are tracking - no "box test", no nuttin'. You dial it, you get it.
The bad side is that they are fragile and they are not water proof.
I have nine Unertls and one Lyman Super Targetspot.
I have never had them fog, but I don't take them out in the rain either. If caught in a sun shower while chucking, I just toss something over the scope until it stops - if it doesn't stop, I'm gone anyway so it's no problem.
Consider that these two scopes are responsible for 90%+ of the enemy kills in WW-2 and Viet Nam, so they can't be THAT fragile.
For Varmint riffles, like crows, chucks, and PDs... they are the ultimate scope.
And they have a special "class" that just exudes all over the place.
Kinda like drivin' a 1948 Rolls Royce, or a Jaguar split window 120-MC... (with the top down!)
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You get the scope, and I'll give you the bases!
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Where can I find one? I see a few on the auction sites. Have never had one. What are the pros and cons of those that have tried them?
Ragn...
Did you get the pictures I e-mailed you.
The pros are they have the best optics around - better than current stuff.
You NEVER have to worry about if the turrets are tracking - no "box test", no nuttin'. You dial it, you get it.
The bad side is that they are fragile and they are not water proof.
I have nine Unertls and one Lyman Super Targetspot.
I have never had them fog, but I don't take them out in the rain either. If caught in a sun shower while chucking, I just toss something over the scope until it stops - if it doesn't stop, I'm gone anyway so it's no problem.
Consider that these two scopes are responsible for 90%+ of the enemy kills in WW-2 and Viet Nam, so they can't be THAT fragile.
For Varmint riffles, like crows, chucks, and PDs... they are the ultimate scope.
And they have a special "class" that just exudes all over the place.
Kinda like drivin' a 1948 Rolls Royce, or a Jaguar split window 120-MC... (with the top down!)
/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif
You get the scope, and I'll give you the bases!
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bea175
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Thanks Shooter. I have not been in to the office today, and don't know how to check it from here. I will get it in the AM.
I am wanting to put this on an older Rem 40X that will be dedicated to bench and PD shooting. I think it will go well together.
A lyman or Unertl in about 15 power is what I am looking for.
I am wanting to put this on an older Rem 40X that will be dedicated to bench and PD shooting. I think it will go well together.
A lyman or Unertl in about 15 power is what I am looking for.
I had a 2" Unertl 20X scope that I used for smallbore competition and also put it on my HP match rifles occasionally for load development. Great scope but a bit heavy for position rifle shooting, especially when mounted on a 12# rifle. Would be unbeatable off the bench.
Doubt you will have any trouble finding bases but if you do, I have quite a few various heights, both regular and "Posa mount" that I no longer have a use for since I sold my SB rifle w/the scope.
Regards,
hm
Doubt you will have any trouble finding bases but if you do, I have quite a few various heights, both regular and "Posa mount" that I no longer have a use for since I sold my SB rifle w/the scope.
Regards,
hm
RagnCajn,
I was over at Russ Haydons yesterday and he had one for sale. Not sure about power or specs but contact him if you're still looking. His web site is www.shooters-supply.com
Good luck.
I was over at Russ Haydons yesterday and he had one for sale. Not sure about power or specs but contact him if you're still looking. His web site is www.shooters-supply.com
Good luck.
RC, unless you are looking for the old look I would not waste my time on the Unertl. They are so expensive not worth it compared to what you can buy for the money.
I have a 20X on my Win 52B and a 14X Litcher Spot-Shot on my Win. 52. They have excellent glass and adjustments. I have no experience with the more modern larger models which seem to be less expensive as mine are the small tube models. I know the Marine corp had problems with the 8X on their 1903's in the south pacific. If you get by my house, welcome to stop and see them or I will bring one down next time in your area.
I have a 20X on my Win 52B and a 14X Litcher Spot-Shot on my Win. 52. They have excellent glass and adjustments. I have no experience with the more modern larger models which seem to be less expensive as mine are the small tube models. I know the Marine corp had problems with the 8X on their 1903's in the south pacific. If you get by my house, welcome to stop and see them or I will bring one down next time in your area.