Originally Posted by Direct_Drive
Originally Posted by jwp475
Originally Posted by Direct_Drive
Originally Posted by jwp475
What is y'all's problem with the Picitiny rail?
Ugliness on a rifle like that, even though most of it is covered up.
Integral type like this Montana isn't as bad as a 20MOA stick.
Pic rails are trending, though.

Looks like they may also offer a bald top which would give owners more flexibility and a cleaner look.

Picitiny rails are great for mounting scope that would others wise tuuf to get proper eye relief. If you don't like the full rail you can cut out the middle part between the rings.
Talley makes a two-piece pic rail solution for some applications.
The Montana rifle I have is a heavy-ish rifle to begin with. That little added weight of the integral pic would be a non-issue.


Average weight of a full length Picatiny rail is 2 to 3 ounces


I got banned on another web site for a debate that happened on this site. That's a first