I've been considering different options to mount a 30mm scope to a picatinny rail while saving weight on a hunting rifle. I'm willing to spend the money to get good rings, but lately I've been considering some old school Weaver rings. They are pretty lightweight (aluminum saddle, steel top strap) and seem to have a good reputation. The money savings are a bonus but not my primary motivation.
The main complaint I see with these rings is that they are a pain to mount because they tilt the scope while tightening down. The screws for the top strap on the ring are flat head style instead of torx, but I don't know if that's a problem. The piece that clamps the ring to the base seems pretty thin to me, although I haven't read of that part failing. Any other concerns? I know these rings look kinda funny to a lot of people and won't impress anyone, but I am trying to think of a reason not to give it a try and haven't thought of one. I'm all ears, though - any reasons to not go in this direction?
The main complaint I see with these rings is that they are a pain to mount because they tilt the scope while tightening down. The screws for the top strap on the ring are flat head style instead of torx, but I don't know if that's a problem. The piece that clamps the ring to the base seems pretty thin to me, although I haven't read of that part failing. Any other concerns? I know these rings look kinda funny to a lot of people and won't impress anyone, but I am trying to think of a reason not to give it a try and haven't thought of one. I'm all ears, though - any reasons to not go in this direction?