Mounting Weaver Bases

[gregisthegreatest]

Which way is the longer side to be on? Does it matter?

the base from the side looks like ---_------

 

[yodave]

all depends on how much eye relief you require, you can have your rings forward on the action or set back. on some rifles I have them turned so my rings are as far apart as I can get them for better tube support if there is enough room between the bells.

 

[gregisthegreatest]

Thanks. I guess I'll just play with them and see what works for me.