How to Zero a Scope

So you’ve just bought your new rifle from Drapers and want to know how to get it setup and shooting right. So we’ve come up with a step by step guide on how to put the scope on the rifle and make sure you’re getting the most out of your airgun.

Step 1: Mounting the Scope

First things first is putting the scope on the rifle itself to do this you must first place your mounts on the rail of the rifle this should be done with the included allen key and is as simple as loosening the mount placing it on the rail and tightening it up.

Now take the top covers off the rail (if your scope is not already on the mounts) and place the scope on the mounts making sure that the two zeroing turrets are to the Top and Right of the scope and allowing for room of movement for when you come to line the scope up. Sometimes you may have to move the position of the mounts to allow room for the scope to fit. To do this just loosen the mount and move to the best position.

After this is done place the top cover back on and screw the bolts in (but don’t tighten) until there is enough room for you to move the scope but it is not too loose in the mounts.

Step 2: Lining the Scope Up

Now you’ve put the scope on your rifle the next thing to do is line it up.

Pointing the rifle in a safe direction, aim the rifle as if you were taking a shot and look down the scope. Pick a straight object in the distance such as a post or target and move the scope so that the crosshairs align straight with the object. 

Then carefully tighten the top covers of the mount to secure the rifle in place, be aware not to over tighten but just enough to where the scope cannot be moved by your hands.

Step 2: Zeroing on a target

Setup your target at the distance you’d like to shoot at (We recommend paper targets and a pellet catcher for this step!).

Now take your first shot and note where it lands on the paper (Note: if your pellet doesn't land on the paper you may want to consider getting closer to your target and zeroing in at that distance then moving back to your original distance). 

Using the two zeroing turrets on the top and right of your scope remove the dust covers (If your scope has them) and adjust accordingly with the Top turret being up or down and the right turret being left and right (Note: if your turrets are not set this way repeat step one and two making sure the scope is lined up correctly). You may need a flat head screwdriver or coin for some turrets depending on which brand and model you have.

Once you have adjusted your sight take another shot and repeat until you are hitting the centre of the target.

Congratulations you’ve just zero’d your scope! Do be aware that if you change distance or bump your scope you may have to re zero so make sure to keep this guide handy just in case.