https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/124621dd-83b9-4f8e-8f3b-7d2b51711d14 This is just about everything the average shooter could possibly want to know about mounting a scope. We've walked through the whole process step by step, explaining not just the "how" but the "why" behind each step. Our demo gun is an AR-15 with low-powered variable optic, but most of these procedures should work for other types of rifles and optics as well. Shortcuts: 00:02 - Introduction 01:39 - Choosing the right rings and mounts 03:29 - Understanding cheek weld and optic height 06:43 - Cheap versus affordable versus premium scope mounts 08:29 - Tools needed for mounting an optic 09:56 - Mounting a rifle optic - safety check 10:22 - Does your rifle need a scope base? 11:38 - Initial placement of the mount and optic 15:07 - Using thread locker/Loctite 18:27 - Setting eye relief 21:20 - Torquing the mount screws 23:28 - Leveling the optic 25:19 - Torquing the scope ring screws 26:30 - Adding witness marks 27:38 - Final thoughts The AR used in this video is a 16-inch BCM with an Aero Precision handguard, a Mission First Tactical Battlelink Minimalist stock, and a PWS FSC Compensator. The optic is a Swamp Fox Arrowhead 1-10x24 with a Swamp Fox Independence mount. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:54:19 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://stream.echo6.co https://stream.echo6.co/client/assets/images/icons/icon-512x512.png https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/124621dd-83b9-4f8e-8f3b-7d2b51711d14 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://stream.echo6.co/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.