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How to Mount a Remington 700 Scope

Remington model 700 rifles are the premier bolt-action rifles of the Remington line. The rifle is designed for precision shooting; its adjustable trigger and scope-mount holes are pre-drilled and tapped into the upper receiver. Plug-screws had been installed into the scope mount holes. The pulg-screws prevent moisture from accumulating ,which could possibly lead to rust. The Remington model 700 is compatible with most commercially available scope-mounts; Remington also produces its own scope rings and mounts.

Things You'll Need

Remington integral scope-mounts
Small flathead screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Check your rifle's action to make sure it is unloaded.
- 2
  Use your small screwdriver to remove the four plug-screws located on top of the rifle receiver. Two are behind the ejection port and two are in front.
- 3
  Position the scope-mounts on your rifle, aligning the holes in the mounts with the screw holes in the rifle. Use the supplied Allen wrench to screw the mounts to the rifle.
- 4
  Separate the top halves of the scope rings by unscrewing the ring-retention screws with your Allen wrench. Place your scope on the rings. Put the top halves back on, but do not completely tighten the screws.
- 5
  Position your scope so that it provides you with adequate eye relief, a good sight picture and crosshairs that appear straight both vertically and horizontally. Tighten the rings when your scope is positioned to your preferences.

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