Scope mounting???

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That brings up the prospect of long range shooting. Depending on your load, you will need at least 11 mil of elevation for a 1,000 yard shot, if zeroed at 100. Don't intend to shoot this distance? Stop reading here.

The Leupold you mention has 57 MOA of elevation, which works out to 28.5 MOA of elevation from a (non-existent) perfect, no drop 200 yard zero. 11.3 mil works out to 39 moa. Well greater than your 28.5, of which you'l likely have 22ish left, after zeroing your rifle. You mention using the Leupold until you get a new scope so, since you've read this far and are interested in stretching your Grendel's legs, consider the need for elevation when you shop for that new scope.

Also consider that you can buy an additional 10-20 moa of elevation by selecting a mount with a built in cant. The ADM has a 20MOA single piece for $150, Larue has one for about $250. There are a few others, but you get the idea. By putting a 20 moa mount on the rifle, your ultimate selection of scopes is increased.

Just some more to chew on.

NF, Thanks for the info that's what I need. Like I said I'll try the Leupold I know the elevation isn't there for it but if I find the accuracy I'll go for the Vortex PST 4X16X50FFP, if the accuracy isn't there I may decide on a 2.5X10X44 in PST SFP or HS-T. I'm a little concerned about the exposed turrets on the PST's though in hunting situations. Hopefully one day I'll get to make that trip out west and go elk hunting, so I could put it on my 7mag if needed.