Is a cantilever mount a good idea?

[Dougw1515]

On the surface it seems to me it would be. But it also seems it may be subject to vibrations a non-cantilever mount would not experience. Also... what data point(s) am I looking for to ensure a particular mount will work with a particular scope/LPVO? I would think distance between rings would matter just a bit. But that may also be a standardized distance.

 

[AZ Refugee]

Cantilever mount allows the scope a more forward mounting while still attached to the reciever. I have 2 of the Primary Arms mounts and scoles that I use on a precision AR and LR builds I did several years ago. They gave me the eye relief I needed

 

[Dougw1515]

Cantilever mount allows the scope a more forward mounting while still attached to the reciever. I have 2 of the Primary Arms mounts and scoles that I use on a precision AR and LR builds I did several years ago. They gave me the eye relief I needed

Yup... as is per normal for me I asked the question THEN researched the answer. So now I'm more aware of the need for a cantilever mount.

 

[Dawico]

They're great in situations where you need them.

I don't have any issues with their strength.

 

[TipBledsoe]

As long as they are strong enough, they should be fine.
The other thing to consider is the diameter of the scope and making sure your scope rings are tall enough.

 

[SQLGeek]

Yes, they are common on ARs. They allow you to mount the scope forward enough (most seem to have the eye piece flush with the rear of the receiver) while keeping the mount on the receiver itself.

Edit:Oops, @AZ Refugee already said that. Sorry!

 

[Dougw1515]

Anybody see a reason not to go with this mount from Tijicon? It's the one they recommend for the:
Trijicon Credo® HX Hunting Riflescope

Weight: 14.4 oz. (408.23g)
Tube Size: 34mm
Bindon Aiming Concept™ (BAC): No
Housing Material: Aluminum
Finish: Hard Coat Anodized
Height Above Rail (in/mm): 1.65 in. (41.91mm)
Feature: Levered Mounts, Fits Picatinny Rail

 

[benenglish]

Cantilever mount allows the scope a more forward mounting while still attached to the reciever.

Usually. Not always.

 

[TreyG-20]

Seems a bit heavy for a mount at 14oz.

 

[Dougw1515]

Usually. Not always.

View attachment 237347

And even that probably wasn't extended to the rear as much as would of been liked!

 

[Dougw1515]

Seems a bit heavy for a mount at 14oz.

Good eye! A quick check of other quality rail mounts show them coming in at less than 1oz.