Proper scope mounting

[rookhawk]

if you use a straight tube classic scope like a 1-4 or 1-6 variable with 30mm rings, do you use low rings?

It seems that you're willing to look at your barrel through the scope if you choose a low ring setup with a 30mm tube. Is that the norm or do you prefer using medium or high rings to avoid looking at your barrel through the scope at low power?

 

[Timt]

I choose the ring height depending on the rifle stock. Whatever rings give me the most natural and comfortable shooting position.
If I close my eyes and put the rifle to my shoulder the sight picture should be right there when I open my eyes again. If that is low, medium or high depends on the rifle

But I prefer seeing the barrel on low magnification over having to adjust myself to the hight of the scope.
An adjustable stock does the trick too though

 

[ZG47]

I choose the ring height depending on the rifle stock. Whatever rings give me the most natural and comfortable shooting position.
If I close my eyes and put the rifle to my shoulder the sight picture should be right there when I open my eyes again. If that is low, medium or high depends on the rifle

But I prefer seeing the barrel on low magnification over having to adjust myself to the hight of the scope.
An adjustable stock does the trick too though

What he said!

 

[stug]

When you are sighting on an animal you won't notice the barrel at all.

 

[shuter]

I always place a scope as low as possible. Will use low rings every time unless the scope will interfere with bolt handle or come in contact with barrel. I hate having to raise my face off of the stock, for a variety of reasons.