Thread: The Howikka Test Bed

@gimp it actually might make more sense for this to go in the gear section as it won't just be reloading. And will include everything related to the rifle from zero checks to animals killed.

Is there evidence to support needing the recoil pin for the rings or is it a "well it can't hurt" modification? What's the clearance?

Originally Posted by gimp

Is there evidence to support needing the recoil pin for the rings or is it a "well it can't hurt" modification? What's the clearance?

My kimber zero shifted noticeably (1.5-2moa) every couple of trips and not certain if it was the Talleys or the VX3i or both. I only used 5 shot groups but they were consistently within an inch in the Creed just shifted from the zero point.

I figured I would try this as a solve/preventative mod, as well as run the Leupolds which are 7075 vs a crappy extrusion. It may not solve it but I would ike to make sure things are solid as the rifle may go to Alaska with me in August. Also since I wanted to mess with the action as a learning experience
I figured I may as well do it.

The pins are press fit in the mounts and measure 6.99mm and the holes in the action are 7.00mm. They are centered well enough the mounts are reversible. There's no perceived play without the screws in place. Once i settle on a scope i will likely loctite them in place.