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I am usually in the K.I.S.S. corner as well. The only reason I can think of for the shorter front block is that these are “see-through” mounting blocks with a fairly small “V” opening to glimpse the open sights. The block closest to the eye wouldn’t matter much but the front block would benefit greatly by being as short as possible to allow light and reduce the “narrowing” of the sight tunnel due to the perspective view. Since the scope adjustment knobs are on the rear ring it would also need to be a bit more robust. Just a theory……
I have usually found the “see-through” mounts to be worthless, if I have a problem with a scope in the field I just loosen the thumbscrews and take it off (that is what they are there for). The open sights work MUCH better with it out of the way.
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
Clarence… ours is not to reason why, ours is but to buy then die…. and then let our kids sort the mess out after us. I’m just happy that there are so many variations so Jeff can fill space in his books. 🙂
JWA said
I am usually in the K.I.S.S. corner as well. The only reason I can think of for the shorter front block is that these are “see-through” mounting blocks with a fairly small “V” opening to glimpse the open sights.
Wasn’t referring to these wierd 69 blocks, Jeff, but those introduced in 1909. There’s a rationale for the unequal hole spacing of Stevens blocks–they were designed to match hole spacing of their earlier mounts that were screwed directly to the brl, without blocks. (Stevens invented the dovetailed block mounting design.) But there was no logical reason for Win to follow that precedent.
Clarence… ours is not to reason why, ours is but to buy then die…. and then let our kids sort the mess out after us. Ben said
Who sorts out the mess for us celibates? For me, it’s getting to be an urgent question.
I have a list of values for all my guns… parts… scopes… I’ve tagged the better items & inventoried them…. when I’m gone, one call to a pre-determined auction house, they come & pick everything up… split up into 4 auctions…. the checks will be sent to my wife. Sure they will take 20%, but it will be much easier all the way around. I am “trying” to thin down the herd, but things still follow me home… it’s part of the addiction…
clarence said
Clarence… ours is not to reason why, ours is but to buy then die…. and then let our kids sort the mess out after us. Ben said
Who sorts out the mess for us celibates? For me, it’s getting to be an urgent question.
When we’re gone, our worry is over. If there isn’t family to benefit from your estate, find a beneficial group or someone that you’ve connected with of like mind and leave it to them. They might have to put in some work, but you could give them some direction. If you don’t need the proceeds to help with your living expenses, enjoy the time you have left and don’t worry about it.
XLIV said
I’m taking mine with me…gravediggers have that option.44
Good to know, I will pack my metal detector when I show up for your funeral.
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
XLIV…. as your friend, I’ve already figured out how to help you do that…. I’ll come to your loft and load everything out into my van, then I’ll put a check for however many items times $100. into your coffin, just so your estate doesn’t lose any money. btw, a check & table registration went out today for the Sandpoint show in March. Cheers! 🙂
Jeff – youre gonna get it all anyway if something unforeseen happens.
Ben – I’ll buy you lunch Sat of show for your kindness on Sun.
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