The aim here (pun intended) is to put a scope on my M-77 Ruger Alaskan.
The rifle comes up perfectly lined up on the irons when shouldered.
I'd sure like to get close to that with a scope.
A 2-7x33 Leupold in medium height rings (#4 & #5) and was way too high without lifting my cheek well above the comb.
A number #3& #4 was better, but still not low enough
Yesterday I ordered a set of Leupold ringmounts in 1" for it since they are lower than the Ruger #3 (low) on the front.
There appears to be plenty of clearance for the bolt to clear the scope, and the power ring to clear the receiver top.
So with all that, the scopes I'm contemplating are;
Leupold Vari-XIII 1.5-5x20 duplex
Leupold Vari-XII 2-7x33 duplex
Old (Denver?) Redfield 2-7x32? duplex from the 70's. This had the maintube replaced and seals etc. updated in 1992, and went into the safe.
Of the three scopes, I'm leaning toward the Redfield. The duplex reticle is much heavier in the outer portions, and just heavy enough in the center to be much better in low light.
Will the Redfield hold up under the recoil of the 375 Ruger?
Redfield had a good reputation back in the day, but I don't remember if they were recommended for medium bore recoil.
From how I read this, it seems you already have these 3 scopes and I think you just got a good answer about the Redfield.
I just want to add one more bit of information, even though it may not apply to this question. Leupold will provide a heavy duplex if you have one ordered direct. They will also replace a medium with a heavy for a reasonable fee. I think it was $70 when I had one changed out. That might allow you to get better use from the 1.5-5 even if not on this rifle.
