Scope Sighting In Problem?

Question

Ok, I have tried sighting in my 3-9x32 scope on my Crosman Storm XT. I have been trying at 10 yards, but if it is to the left, and I turn it to the right, it seems it goes too little or too much. Sometimes when I turn it I miss the target...-could maybe just be my aiming- but I was wondering if someone could link, or write, a detailed guide on how to sight it? Also, I do not have sandbags or a gun rest or anything like that to use...

Answer 1

How to sight-in an air rifle / scope

http://www.pyramydair.com/site/articles/scopes-part3



Make sure all of the screws are tight, both on your scope and stock.



>>I do not have sandbags or a gun rest<<

For spring piston air rifles I use a tightly rolled up towel.

#1 - place your rifle at it's balance point on the towel.

#2 - the rifle should just barely touch your shoulder, do NOT jam it in.

#3 - control your breathing, and squeeze the trigger.

#4 - follow the procedure from the above site

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Answer 2

With air rifles there can be a few problems that will affect sighting in properly.



The scope may be a cheap knock off that just plain doesn't hold a zero or it doesn't have a solid mounting mechanism. Make sure everything is tightened down properly.



No insult intended but sometimes the shooter is the problem. Do not try sighting in unless you have a very solid rest and you know your not wobbling all over the place while jerking the trigger.



It's also a possiblity that you have cheapo pellets. A lot of the cheaper pellets have major defects which renders them pretty much useless when precise aim is required.

Answer 3

Bob is right, you cannot begin to adjust the scope until you are shooting a tight group. If you are not getting a tight group that could be because: 1) bad shooting technique; 2) crappy gun/scope; or bad ammo. If its technique, try supporting the gun on anything stable you have like a pillow or bunch of clothes. Don't jerk the trigger. Slowly squeeze off the shot. If that doesn't give you a better grouping even after a lot of practice, then you might try switching ammo.

Answer 4

Shoot several rounds without adjusting the scope. If they are in a tight group, you might have a bad scope. If they are not, your aim is off. The scope should have detailed instructions on how to sight it in the accompanying literature.

Answer 5

a B-B gun? Seriously?