Rifle Scopes Talk to me about scope covers

[tucansam]

All,

Am considering the Triad Tactical padded scope and muzzle cover. And just worried that the stiffer nylon material will eventually wear some of the finish off of the sharp edges (knob edges and such) of the scope... Not cool on my first true, expensive, precision scope purchase. Wondering if I'm overthinking this? I am considering putting a Scopecoat on the scope first, and then the nylon cover on top, to mitigate any chance of finish wear.

Comments?

Thanks.

 

[shankster..]

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Great question. You wouldn't want the finish slightly worn on your tactical scope. Would you?

 

[fastbs]

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Youre over thinking it. Quit worrying about the finish and go shoot the dang thing.

 

[fireEMT5]

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You have some options. You could put Bultler Creek caps on, but they are prone to breakage.

Other options include the scopecoat which you mentioned or a similar design by http://www.scopeshieldalaska.com/

I have both and they both work. I went this route after breaking my Butler Creek's and reading the many posts of others around here who have done the same.

You can get a heavier, thicker model of the scopecoat - XP-6 Flak Jacket.

The scope shield Alaska covers are thinner but do the exact same thing.

I have 1 scopecoat and 4 scope shields if that tells you anything.

 

[tucansam]

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Thanks all. And no, I don't want wearing marks on my new, tactical scope. Its going on a rifle that has been beat to hell, and I am concerned about maintaining resale value of the scope if it doesn't work out. The rest of my stuff is well used, I assure you.

 

[NoExpert]

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I have the Eagle Industries scope cover and muzzle protector for my USO. I doubt it'll wear off the finish anytime soon. I think if the scope doesn't work out, you'll figure that out before the scope cover can do anything to it.

I had the muzzle protector cut down to fit my setup.

 

[105amatt]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: shankster</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Great question. You wouldn't want the finish slightly worn on your tactical scope. Would you? </div></div>

^^^^This.

 

[scott7339]

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I have one of Triad Tactical padded scope and muzzle cover on my weapon, I have a PR 5-25x56 in it and it shows no sign on wear on the knobs or eye piece.I do believe your scope will be fine.

 

[Falar]

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If you don't want to wear the finish on your scope ever, then just turn the rifle/scope into a safe queen. If you plan on using it wear will happen.

 

[Graham]

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I waited a while, until I was sure the OP was serious. And I suppose that if I have nothing nice to say, then I shouldn't say anything at all. So, I'll say: Consider keeping the new one in the box and buying a used scope for the rifle; then you won't have to worry again when you mount it, and again when you have to turn the knobs.

 

[armorpl8chikn]

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Try one of these:

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Should do the trick.

 

[AED146]

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Try TAB GEAR there gear is used by everyone all branches its made to last forever

 

[bassani]

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why not just get a gun case for travel?

 

[evilcoon]

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I don't see anything wrong with wanting to keep gear looking nice and clean. I'm like that with pretty much everything I own. Wish I could just throw shit around but that's not going to happen. Nice thread!

 

[shankster..]

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<span style="font-weight: bold">You guys be sure to wear tactical gloves so you don't chip your nail polish.</span>

 

[Graham]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: shankster</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="font-weight: bold">You guys be sure to wear tactical gloves so you don't chip your nail polish.</span> </div></div>"This is a web site for serious tactical marksmen. There probably is a web site for serious tactical whiners. If you find it, don't come back to give us the link." -Lindy

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: evilcoon</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I don't see anything wrong with wanting to keep gear looking nice and clean.</div></div>

Except it's pretty much impossible if you actually use these rifles.

I guess if you took it out once a month in a Pelican Case. Only opened it when the air was perfectly calm AFTER you wipe down the bench and swept the line and made sure you taped off all the points where it might touch the bench.....

Of course you won't want to turn the turrets or even re-zero them, because then you will will put wear on the detents and fasteners.

Can't have wear on a tactical rifle.....that just wouldn't do.

 

[Graham]

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Wear on your equipment is the story of what you did with it. It's called <span style="font-style: italic">patina</span>, and it builds character.

 

[armorpl8chikn]

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[leadbullet]

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bikini scope cover, one size fits all they are cheap as dirt and you won't bruise your scope. use a case to carry your whole rig when travelling and you are set.

 

[Graham]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: attherange</div><div class="ubbcode-body">bikini scope cover, one size fits all and you won't bruise your scope. </div></div>And it shows off your scope cleavage.

 

[sawman556]

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This thread is gay.

 

[hyena74]

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Nobody wants anyone else's patina.

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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I dunno. I am pretty happy with my Grandfather's "patina" on the M1 Garand he passed to me before he died.

 

[hyena74]

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you make a strong case, but i was referring to scopes and "patina" which i though was funny as it isnt something that is going to develop on a modern day scope.