I shot my 3.5 supermag for the 1st time today, using my brand new Leupold Nwtf 1x4x20mm scope. After sighting it in using low brass shells. I shot a 3.5 winchester HV #6 and poof it came back and split me over my eyebrow. It has 4" of eye releif and it still got me. I have $200 in it if someone wants it or I'll Ebay it.
Sorry to hear that..... time for a FastFire II
Maybe try a 3 inch shell ???? :firefighter:
Quote from: bencattin on February 26, 2011, 05:31:32 PM
Maybe try a 3 inch shell ???? :firefighter:
Yeah,for sure. Can you move it forward a bit ?
I mounted the scope perfectly for me, by that I mean when sitting against a tree and bring the gun up I have full fov. I could of moved the scope forward but whats the point if I have to lean my head in to see fully. I really liked the glass and reticle, I got the scope because my eyes are bad and was having a hard time seeing the sights.
Scope eye bites!
I finally switched to red dot/holo sights for the unlimited eye relief. Much better.
Quote from: chatterbox on February 26, 2011, 06:45:53 PM
Scope eye bites!
I finally switched to red dot/holo sights for the unlimited eye relief. Much better.
Yep :icon_thumright: I learned shooting 350 grain bullets out of a smokeless muzzleloader at 2300 fps to mount the scope as far forward as possible. By that I mean I have to pull it into my shoulder tight and stretch my neck just a little to see the full FOV. Just enough without having to torque my body or gun so I can still shoot in an accurate position.
I hope your eye gets healed up but it happens to the best of us . I saw Jim Shokey cut his down on tv once.
Quote from: bird on February 26, 2011, 03:58:54 PM
Sorry to hear that..... time for a FastFire II
:agreed:
Quote from: longbow59 on February 26, 2011, 03:56:55 PM
I shot my 3.5 supermag for the 1st time today, using my brand new Leupold Nwtf 1x4x20mm scope. After sighting it in using low brass shells. I shot a 3.5 winchester HV #6 and poof it came back and split me over my eyebrow. It has 4" of eye releif and it still got me. I have $200 in it if someone wants it or I'll Ebay it.
It's happened to me before, but for $200.00 for a 3.5 supermag, AND a new scope, I'll try it again. Where do I send payment? :goofball:
God Bless,
David B.
Just to clarify the scope was $200 not the scope and gun. Like my super mag.
Quote from: longbow59 on February 27, 2011, 06:48:42 PM
Just to clarify the scope was $200 not the scope and gun. Like my super mag.
I know, I was just being a smart rear. :laugh:
God Bless,
David B.
Quote from: BOFF on February 27, 2011, 06:50:43 PM
Quote from: longbow59 on February 27, 2011, 06:48:42 PM
Just to clarify the scope was $200 not the scope and gun. Like my super mag.
I know, I was just being a smart rear. :laugh:
God Bless,
David B.
Well that is what he said. :z-guntootsmiley:
Seriously though, sorry to hear that. I seen my buddy do that once on deer rifle. Hope your eye gets better.
That's a bummer. How's it healing?
Not to be a smarty britches, but proper scope mounting and proper hold should keep a scope from hitting your eye. I shoot scopes with less eye relief on some hard kickers without a problem. I even have a scope on a SM that doesn't touch me with Nitro class loads. Knock on wood :D
Thats why I went to a 20 guage = no trigger flinch and no shoulder busting black and blue kick. LOL. I seen some birds missed cause of the shooter tensing up and getting ready for that shoulder gernade.
Sorry to hear of your injury. There are quite a few who will disagree but I have always felt a magnified scope on a shotgun made about as much sense as wings on a turtle. Consider a reflex or holographic sight.
i have the same scope on my 835 and haven't had that problem, though i shot hevi shot in it and it don't kick like the winchester ext range.
Quote from: hookedspur on February 27, 2011, 08:00:15 AM
I hope your eye gets healed up but it happens to the best of us . I saw Jim Shokey cut his down on tv once.
Seems like Shockey does it on every other show!
My main reason I wanted a scope was because my eyes are getting worse. I have a 870 supermag with the fiber optic front and back. I can see them pretty good in good daylight but in low light they are very hard for me to line up. If I get a shot at the crack of dawn I'm afraid I'll miss.
Right now I'm thinking about some sort of red dot. I went to bass pro and they had a 870 with a red dot and I could see it OK. My other option i thought about was getting a vent rib and putting a big front sight on it like a hi-viz and basically just shoot down my barrel. Anyone who as experienced my problem any input would be appreciated. Also my head is healing nicely.
About 4 seasons ago I had the same problem of not being able to see the sights and the target at the same time. I think they call this AGE sneaking up on you! I tried several types of different sights with no results. Went ahead and put a Burris Fastfire on a Winchester SuperX2 and it has cured the problem. I Highly recommend this route and you do not have to worry about stiches!
I haven't see it posted so what are you asking for the scope?
Call me old fashioned but I am still just shooting a 3" mag with just a bead on the front of the barrel. I like to keep it as simple as possible. The more you have on your gun the more you have a chance of something going wrong. I don't think you need all that gun for a turkey but I am sure when they come out with a 4" mag they will be going off the shelves as fast at they can replace them. Sorry to hear about the scope eye, I know that hurts!!!!
yes the 3.5 can bite if yur not holdin on :lol: