Ruger scope rings, quick release option?

[MymuttBear]

Would anyone know if there are aftermarket options to convert standard Ruger scope rings to a quick release system such as Leupold rings?
I like the solidity of Ruger's scope rings and how I can mount them directly to the receiver however I'd like to be able to quickly remove my scope if it gets knocked out of alignment so I can use the iron sights.

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[Spitpatch]

Ruger factory rings are graced with a rather large cross-slot on the spanner bolt that tightens the ring to the receiver. A quarter (or better, a 50-cent piece) should grant enough leverage to turn that bolt, if in the field with no screwdriver. Back side of a stout knife might serve as well.

Repeatability (is the gun still sighted when the scope is re-attached?) is something that would need to be tested, but I would guess the half-moon lip and slot system on them should do well with that experiment.

 

[MymuttBear]

Ruger factory rings are graced with a rather large cross-slot on the spanner bolt that tightens the ring to the receiver. A quarter (or better, a 50-cent piece) should grant enough leverage to turn that bolt, if in the field with no screwdriver. Back side of a stout knife might serve as well.

Repeatability (is the gun still sighted when the scope is re-attached?) is something that would need to be tested, but I would guess the half-moon lip and slot system on them should do well with that experiment.

Yes the slot is large enough for a coin or screwdriver but I was looking for an option so I didn't have to have them on me. A knife is different, that would DEFINITELY be on me when out hunting.

I just like the ease of use with the quick release rings which I did have on the rifle that attached to a Picatinny rail. The issue was the rail didn't have the center milled out which would have allowed the use of the iron sights, something I didn't consider when I bought the rail (Weigand) so I went back to Ruger's rings.

Warne makes a quick release ring for Ruger but I don't want to sell a kidney to buy a set!

 

[aasbra]

Warne is what I would recommend. But I understand you not wanting to part with a kidney….

I have a set of the Warne qd rings on a Ruger with the integral bases. I must have found a good deal on them some time ago.

 

[orygun]

Ruger factory rings are graced with a rather large cross-slot on the spanner bolt that tightens the ring to the receiver. A quarter (or better, a 50-cent piece) should grant enough leverage to turn that bolt, if in the field with no screwdriver. Back side of a stout knife might serve as well.

Repeatability (is the gun still sighted when the scope is re-attached?) is something that would need to be tested, but I would guess the half-moon lip and slot system on them should do well with that experiment.

If I thought I night need to pull the scope off of my Ruger in the field, what then? Not many rifles have open sights. If yours, unlike mine, does, you could always carry a quarter or half dollar your pocket.
I did a quick goggle search and came up with this.

Alaska Arms - Ruger M77 MK II Quick Detachable Scope Rings — OAK LEAF ARMS

If you are looking at upgrading your Ruger M77 MK II to Quick Detachable rings, Alaska Arms rings are precision made on CNC machines and made in the USA. Left Levers - Scope Mount Levers located on the left for right-handed shooters/firearms. Right Levers &

www.oakleafarms.com

 

[MymuttBear]

If I thought I night need to pull the scope off of my Ruger in the field, what then? Not many rifles have open sights. If yours, unlike mine, does, you could always carry a quarter or half dollar your pocket.
I did a quick goggle search and came up with this.

https://www.oakleafarms.com/rings/alaska-arms-chrome-qd-rings-ruger-m77-mk-ii[/URL

Thanks for the link, much appreciated. They are good looking rings, more than I wanted to pay however when you buy quality you buy once and they are exactly what I was looking for.
Yes I could carry something to remove the scope in the field if need be but I also like the quick release system because as long as I don't move the position of the levers after removing the scope I can replace the scope and get it back to near zero by ensuring the levers are tightened to the same position. It will be close enough, it's a mini-14...

 

[RedneckRampage]

@MymuttBear Alaska Arms is the best, Warne is a great second choice. Ruger rings are good enough for permanent mounting but will not repeat zero.

 

[orygun]

Thanks for the link, much appreciated. They are good looking rings, more than I wanted to pay however when you buy quality you buy once and they are exactly what I was looking for.
Yes I could carry something to remove the scope in the field if need be but I also like the quick release system because as long as I don't move the position of the levers after removing the scope I can replace the scope and get it back to near zero by ensuring the levers are tightened to the same position. It will be close enough, it's a mini-14...

I've taken my Ruger rings off and then put them back on with a super slight variation. I think Ruger designed a great system for repeatability. Let us know what you think if you do buy some.

 

[Spitpatch]

Thanks for the link, much appreciated. They are good looking rings, more than I wanted to pay however when you buy quality you buy once and they are exactly what I was looking for.
Yes I could carry something to remove the scope in the field if need be but I also like the quick release system because as long as I don't move the position of the levers after removing the scope I can replace the scope and get it back to near zero by ensuring the levers are tightened to the same position. It will be close enough, it's a mini-14...

Considering my tireless efforts toward accuracy improvement with TWO Mini-14's, I'm not sure "repeatability" is something to be hoped for, certainly not measurable.

 

[MymuttBear]

Considering my tireless efforts toward accuracy improvement with TWO Mini-14's, I'm not sure "repeatability" is something to be hoped for, certainly not measurable.

LOL, which is why I wrote "It will be close enough, it's a mini-14..."
After a frustrating session at the range ,only to discover a loose picatinny mount when I got home, I realized I needed to rethink what the rifles purpose was and what I could reasonably expect from it so I put a set of Ruger's rings on it, which works, but then I'll stuck with a scoped rifle unless I have a screwdriver or coin on me.
Alaska Arms quick release rings are what I'm looking for, as per my initial post, (thanks orygun) and they do look well made.

 

[orygun]

I took a look at them, too. Unfortunately they don't have any that fit a 30mm tube, or any in stainless.

 

[MymuttBear]

I took a look at them, too. Unfortunately they don't have any that fit a 30mm tube, or any in stainless.

You may have this link already, but yes, none in stainless.

Ruger Scope Rings | Alaska Arms LLC

Discover durable and precision-engineered Ruger scope rings at Alaska Arms LLC. Our collection offers a range of options for your Ruger firearm, ensuring a secure and reliable scope mount. Explore now for top-notch accessories to enhance your shooting experience.

alaskaarmsllc.com

 

[Joe13]

Buy a Leatherman and then you have the excuse to have more then just a screwdriver on you. Might be a few more ounces but certainly there could be a case made for just about any model and even the most minimal should have a screwdriver that would work for you.

Just my 2¢.

 

[orygun]

Buy a Leatherman and then you have the excuse to have more then just a screwdriver on you. Might be a few more ounces but certainly there could be a case made for just about any model and even the most minimal should have a screwdriver that would work for you.

Just my 2¢.

If one had 2 cents, one of them would probably do the job.
Seriously, though, a Leatherman or other decent pocket tool is a good thing to have in your pack.

 

[edzz]

FWIW I had bad luck with Leupold QR rings shooting loose and battering the rail on a Steyr Scout, not hippy happy. If you go that style check them often.

 

[MymuttBear]

FWIW I had bad luck with Leupold QR rings shooting loose and battering the rail on a Steyr Scout, not hippy happy. If you go that style check them often.

I have several rifles with Leupold QR rings. I position the levers in the same spot on both rifles and and check often they haven't moved. I had the Picatinny mount come loose atop the mini-14, the screws were almost all the way out when I noticed.
There isn't a large "bite" into the receiver like a steel Ruger ring and the screws are small diameter into alloy so you can't really apply too much torque to them. You keep them in place with a dab of loctite.

 

[Spitpatch]

A word about detachable rings in general:

As with any mechanical device, the more frequently it is used, the closer (sometimes measurably closer) it is to failure.

Detachable rings are NOT what you put on your gun to "look like the guys in the movies" snapping their optics on and off the gun in a fashion and frequency more resembling that of flip-up sunglasses.

Detachable rings are best employed as an emergency stop-gap measure, to be engaged (or disengaged as the case may be) in relatively dire circumstances, and with nearly no regular or repeated practice of doing so.

One should decide what the gun's primary sighting system should be and remain committed to it, except on a very rare (and unpredicted) occasion. (Weather, optics failure, etc.). Ideally, even equipped with detachable rings, the scope should never come off the rifle.

"Movie coolness" and "impressing your buddies with your latest gun gadget" by ripping your scope on and off like a t-shirt is not compatible with sighting system reliability. Detachable rings are best viewed as a gun gadget one hopes to never use.

 

[orygun]

"Movie coolness" and "impressing your buddies with your latest gun gadget" by ripping your scope on and off like a t-shirt is not compatible with sighting system reliability. Detachable rings are best viewed as a gun gadget one hopes to never use.

The mount I thought was cool was the "tip-off" style I had on a Pre-64 Featherweight. the gun had barrel mounted sights, like rifles use to, and you could flip the scope over to the left, getting it out of the way quickly in order to use the iron sights. Gimmick or gun gadget is a good term. At least it wasn't as tall as those "see thru" rings I've seen on other rifles.
Not a very good pic, but the only one I have of that rifle.



Hey @Salps ! You have any better pictures of that nice Winchester?

 

[Spitpatch]

The mount I thought was cool was the "tip-off" style I had on a Pre-64 Featherweight. the gun had barrel mounted sights, like rifles use to, and you could flip the scope over to the left, getting it out of the way quickly in order to use the iron sights. Gimmick or gun gadget is a good term. At least it wasn't as tall as those "see thru" rings I've seen on other rifles.
Not a very good pic, but the only one I have of that rifle.

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Hey @Salps ! You have any better pictures of that nice Winchester?

My brother's primary gun for decades in Alaska was a Remington M760 pump .308 with the Weaver swing mount. If he found need to employ it to get to his irons, he took the earliest opportunity to check the gun/scope on paper when it was swung back. It was (and IS: I have the gun now) amazingly reliable...

...Except for once when after much frustration on target, he discovered a fir needle between the mating platforms. A blast of air from his mouth put the gun and scope back in Bear, Moose, Wolf and Caribou killing business.