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November 18, 2021
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I have a model 715 in 357 magnum that I want to deer hunt with. I've come across these mounts and wanted your opinions on it. Also include a pic of the new to me pistol.
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March 25, 2013
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Very nice gun. Any of the clamp on mounts will mar the shroud. I would recommend a D&T mount but then you have holes in the shroud. They are more stable though. My solution is to obtain another shroud with perhaps cosmetic issues to use with the scope. I would use a standard shroud D&T or a vent shroud. The added weight of a mount and scope would be less than using a VH shroud. It doesn't have to be stainless either. The deer won't care and who will see you in the woods besides your Buds? Besides, Taurus Raging Hunter's have black shrouds and stainless frames. It is in style.
August 8, 2016
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Funny you started this thread. I just bought one of these scope mounts a few days ago. Won’t be here until Tuesday. My other 3 DW’s all have the DW drill n tap mount but figured I’d see how these ones on eBay work.
August 8, 2016
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Ole Dog said
Very nice gun. Any of the clamp on mounts will mar the shroud. I would recommend a D&T mount but then you have holes in the shroud. They are more stable though. My solution is to obtain another shroud with perhaps cosmetic issues to use with the scope. I would use a standard shroud D&T or a vent shroud. The added weight of a mount and scope would be less than using a VH shroud. It doesn't have to be stainless either. The deer won't care and who will see you in the woods besides your Buds? Besides, Taurus Raging Hunter's have black shrouds and stainless frames. It is in style.
Stupid question but I wonder if you put some painters tape or something underneath the clamp to minimize marring?
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March 25, 2013
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Worth a try!! Or liquid plastic. Do they still make that?
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July 12, 2020
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I put painters tape on the backside of my Aimtech grip mounts on my 52-2 and High Standard. It has worked well so far.
August 8, 2016
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605Dart said
I put painters tape on the backside of my Aimtech grip mounts on my 52-2 and High Standard. It has worked well so far.
Good to hear! I know y’all will hate me and cringe at the thought of it. BUT I’m tempted to slap a scope on my newly acquired 15" barrel…😬
Will definitely use painters tape. I think there shouldn’t be much movement with the scope base (which would most likely mar the shroud) under recoil because of how massive and heavy the barrel is.
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July 12, 2020
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Tape it to the mount side to alleviate any chance of the adhesive staining the finish.
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July 12, 2020
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PS did you see the barrel for sale on Ebay?
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February 22, 2009
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Clamp on mounts also have a tendency to gouge the edges of the vent as well...
Technically, the glass is always full; half liquid, half air....
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