I am especially impressed with the execution of the scope mount. For those that have never seen one of these, the revolver comes with a "filler" to fill the rib slot that holds the scope mount (for use when the owner is using iron sights). The base of the scope mount fits perfectly into the "slot" cut into the rib. The slot or opening provides a perfect recoil shoulder for the scope mount. That way the screws are NOT in shear and all they do is hold the mount on the revolver - the recoil is entirely taken by the recoil lug.
That is not only good engineering but it looks well to my eyes.
On my original Model 29 (8 3/8"), I wanted a scope mount for hunting. I had seen a picture of an S&W that had been scoped by Bill Wilson's shop. It utilized two Kimber scope bases that allowed the scope to be removed when weather would prevent you using a scope. The iron sights were unaffected by the installation. My Leupold scope is mounted BETWEEN the sights. I prefer the "weight forward" feel after mounting the scope in this fashion. The weight of the scope helps a great deal in reducing felt recoil and makes shooting this combination quite pleasant. I supplied the drawings and had a local precision machine shop drill and tap the rib on mine and two others for friends at the same time. We have used those for years for serious range use and hunting with great satisfaction. I'll put photos up of that installation some time soon.
The Light Hunter incorporates all of the ideas generated by the Bill Wilson photo in a factory modified revolver that allows any owner to simply bolt up a superior mount set up.
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