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SteelChickenShooter · August 1, 2011, 11:54 AM

I can understand why a scope mounted close to the bore is reasonable. But what about being as far forward as possible or practical?
Is there a reason why this might be desired? I can only think that eye relief might be the reason. But is there some sort of aiming benefit to having a scope forward as much as can be allowed?
My application is this: I swapped a scope on a 20 gauge slug gun for deer season and am setting it up now in the shop. The size of the scope and height of the rings permit me to have a choice placing this scope to the rear or to the front on the base I have.

August 1, 2011, 11:54 AM	#1
SteelChickenShooter Senior Member Join Date: May 12, 2011 Posts: 863	Scope Install Question I can understand why a scope mounted close to the bore is reasonable. But what about being as far forward as possible or practical? Is there a reason why this might be desired? I can only think that eye relief might be the reason. But is there some sort of aiming benefit to having a scope forward as much as can be allowed? My application is this: I swapped a scope on a 20 gauge slug gun for deer season and am setting it up now in the shop. The size of the scope and height of the rings permit me to have a choice placing this scope to the rear or to the front on the base I have.