Thread: How much clearance is needed

Originally Posted by akaroa1

I would be more concerned about getting some vegetation wedged in the tiny gap while out hunting.
Not realizing it was in there and it effecting the point of aim.

Or a drop of rainwater spanning the gap.

Interesting thread.

My contribution is what if you've got a heavy scope in a mount with inserts like the optilok ? Could muzzle jump allow the scope to flex down in the mounts for a moment ?

You might be able to see if there has been contact by looking at the finish on the scope and barrel after a few shots; see if its gone shiny.

I bet a paper thickness will be just fine. Whatever clearance is OK round the fore end will be OK above the barrel too.