Burris Rimfire Rings: Mounting on .22 Rifles

Quick answer

Mount Burris rimfire rings by aligning them on the .22 grooved receiver, tightening the base screws evenly, then securing the scope with the top halves. The Burris 420069 rings are designed specifically for rimfire and airgun optics with 1" tubes.

Mounting steps

1. 1. Prepare the receiver: Ensure the .22 grooved receiver is unloaded and clean. Wipe the dovetail grooves with a dry cloth to remove oil or debris. Skipping this step can cause the rings to shift during shooting.
2. 2. Position the rings: Slide the Burris rimfire rings onto the grooved receiver, spacing them to match your scope's tube length. Keep the ring orientation consistent so the clamp screws face the same side. Uneven spacing may prevent the scope from sitting level.
3. 3. Tighten the base screws: Use a torque wrench or screwdriver to tighten the base clamp screws evenly in a cross pattern. Burris recommends moderate hand-tightness—do not overtighten. Overtightening can strip the receiver grooves or warp the ring base.
4. 4. Set the scope into the rings: Place your 1" scope into the lower ring halves. Ensure the scope is centered and the reticle is upright. Do not force the tube. A misaligned reticle now will require redoing the whole process.
5. 5. Install the top ring halves: Place the top halves over the scope and hand-tighten the screws. Alternate between screws to avoid pinching the tube unevenly. Uneven tightening can cause scope binding or point-of-impact shifts.
6. 6. Level and torque: Use a bubble level on the scope turret to level the reticle. Torque the ring screws to the manufacturer's specification (typically 15-18 in-lb). Skipping the level check is the most common cause of a canted reticle.
7. 7. Test and re-check: Cycle the bolt to confirm clearance. Fire a few rounds, then re-torque the screws. The quick-detach feature of the Burris 420069 allows easy removal for storage. Always re-check torque after the first range session.

Product facts

• Burris Rimfire-airgun, Bur 420069 Rimfire Rings Med Dlx Mat: Burris 420069 rings are designed for .22 and airguns with grooved receivers, tube diameter 1", height 0.80", steel construction, matte finish, quick detach. The 0.80" height and steel build give you a low, repeatable scope mount that stays tight under recoil from rimfire or airgun use.