Need recommendation for a cheek riser

[mgunner]

I'm looking for recommendations for an adjustable cheek riser for a 22-250 with a wooden stock and a scope (and a compass in the stock and this thing that tells time.) I never had to buy one before so I would appreciate any insight you may have.

Since its a vintage rifle, I don't want something that will require drilling or gluing something to the stock.

 

[Jezman]

They sell velcro ones that will go just right over to stock
Removable Butt Stock Rifle Cheek Rest Pouch Ammo Bullet Pouches Holder Carrier | eBay

 

[mgunner]

They sell velcro ones that will go just right over to stock
Removable Butt Stock Rifle Cheek Rest Pouch Ammo Bullet Pouches Holder Carrier | eBay

Do you have any experience with this type of riser?

 

[kev74]

I've been tempted to use this stuff with some foam sheet, but never got around to it.

 

[Tisto]

I've been tempted to use this stuff with some foam sheet, but never got around to it.

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^^^ this.

First thing that comes to mind is, Do you need a higher comb, or do you need shorter rings ? Most stocks are pretty well set so that your eye aligns with a properly mounted scope. Not always, but most of the time. Maybe you're part horse and have a long face or maybe you're a dwarf and have a tiny head. In those cases, some type of adaptation is called for.

As Kev74 suggests, some of that self adhering bandage would work nicely. If you wanted a harder surface than foam would create, wrap the stock with one layer of the bandage, then cut the plastic container from some Nestle Quick and wrap that in place. It's a perfect shape for the comb.

 

[Jezman]

Do you have any experience with this type of riser? Yes I use it on my .308 works just fine

 

[Jezman]

Do you have any experience with this type of riser?

Yes

 

[mgunner]

I've been tempted to use this stuff with some foam sheet, but never got around to it.

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Hmmm. That may be an idea.

 

[mgunner]

^^^ this.

First thing that comes to mind is, Do you need a higher comb, or do you need shorter rings ? Most stocks are pretty well set so that your eye aligns with a properly mounted scope. Not always, but most of the time. Maybe you're part horse and have a long face or maybe you're a dwarf and have a tiny head. In those cases, some type of adaptation is called for.

As Kev74 suggests, some of that self adhering bandage would work nicely. If you wanted a harder surface than foam would create, wrap the stock with one layer of the bandage, then cut the plastic container from some Nestle Quick and wrap that in place. It's a perfect shape for the comb.

Lol, no not a dwarf or a horse head . I thought that the rings may be the issue but I'll only know for sure if I take it to a gun store to get an opinion as to what the best setup would be. Since there isn't a store near me, I'll have to wait until I have the time to go to one. I didn't want to order rings online only to find they were the wrong size for me. Plus that means removing the scope, reataching, etc. It would just be easier right now to get a riser so I can take the rifle to the range and enjoy using it sooner rather than later.

 

[Willyone]

Cheek riser? I thought this thread would go in a totally different direction

 

[GTN]

I've been tempted to use this stuff with some foam sheet, but never got around to it.

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It works

 

[GTN]

Do you have any experience with this type of riser?

I do. They’re ok but not height adjustable

 

[GTN]

I'm looking for recommendations for an adjustable cheek riser for a 22-250 with a wooden stock and a scope (and a compass in the stock and this thing that tells time.) I never had to buy one before so I would appreciate any insight you may have.

Since its a vintage rifle, I don't want something that will require drilling or gluing something to the stock.

A photo might help us

 

[diggs223]

if your looking for a cheek "riser" meaning the scope is to high. the only change to make is to lower rings, but only if there is enough clearance
between scope and reciever.

 

[nortatoga]

I recently got a few of these for the price. A little stiff at first but they will break-in.

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[kev74]

I recently got a few of these for the price. A little stiff at first but they will break-in.

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Does that slip on the stock at all?

 

[mgunner]

A photo might help us

Here are some images. Any feedback is appreciated. I believe this is a dovetail mount right?

 

[mgunner]

if your looking for a cheek "riser" meaning the scope is to high. the only change to make is to lower rings, but only if there is enough clearance
between scope and reciever.

I don't know if I can get rings lower than this. See images that I just posted and let me know what you think.

 

[GTN]

That is a dovetail.

 

[Tisto]

I recently got a few of these for the price. A little stiff at first but they will break-in.

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The only real problem with these is that they move your head to the side.

 

[GTN]

This is what I put on my CZ rifle. It’s $35 comes with the cheek rest and and you can get extra spacers. You’re supposed to bolt it on but I wasn’t drilling my stock. I got it the right height and used self stick medical tape to attach it. Works perfect!

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[Acer-m14]

Take the barrel off the stock and store it away for safe keeping ..

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[mgunner]

That is a dovetail.

Looking at the pics, can you tell if I would be able to get lower rings? I'm not sure what size are on this rifle now.

 

[GTN]

Sorry that I don’t know. I’ve only mounted 2 scopes correctly. My 308 I got lucky on the first try picking the size. 2nd I failed on first choice. I used this trick to get it right on the 2nd try
But you will have to remove scope and rings to do it

 

[diggs223]

Looking at the pics, can you tell if I would be able to get lower rings? I'm not sure what size are on this rifle now.

From what I see rings look like the lowest you can get. So your options are the add on riser or a different stock as mentioned, probably what I would do.

 

[pramaglia]

This is the one I bought for my 1936 Erma. Works great. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09VDFNDMP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

 

[kev74]

It looks like your scope is as low as it can go.

Your options would be either cheek riser, or a scope with smaller bell on the front.

 

[mgunner]

From what I see rings look like the lowest you can get. So your options are the add on riser or a different stock as mentioned, probably what I would do.

Thank you. I'm going to look into riser options.

 

[mgunner]

This is the one I bought for my 1936 Erma. Works great. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09VDFNDMP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
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This might work. How tall are the inserts?

 

[mgunner]

It looks like your scope is as low as it can go.

Your options would be either cheek riser, or a scope with smaller bell on the front.

Thank you. Saves a trip to the gun store to see about the rings. I'm going to go with a cheek riser.