Thread: Unpleasant surprises when removing a scope

Originally Posted by Bill999

I think it is a combination of over tightening and soft scope tube,
I think the cantilever mounts were tightened so much that the edges were pulled down and into the scope

maybe its time for a torque wrench......

I have a torque (screwdriver) especially for that type of work. Got it off Sinclairs. Uses hex head fittings, simple bit of kit. Was around $150 US

Unless you are using a big heavy recoiling rifle 14"lbs, per screw is all you need.