BME mount and the 52 S&W

[mstuhr]

Hi Folks,
I have been to PeterM's thread on these mounts and he had little response from folks who have used the BME mounts.
If anyone has any input on these mounts I would appreciate it.
Does the slide mount require a spring or load change with a 1" Millet or 1" UltraDot?
Has the frame mount worked out for any of you?
Thanks
Mike

 

[Ignatz]

I tried the mount that replaces the rear sight, and mounted a standard 1" Ultradot. It took a lighter Wolff recoil spring to get the 52 to function. My standard load is 2.7-2.8 of bullseye.
Personally, I like a 52 with open sights and the frame mounted weight, but never liked the scope on the slide.
I don't mind a 1911 with a Ultradot scope on the slide for bullseye, but I never cared for that setup on the 52. Maybe a Doctor scope on a 52 might be nice.....

 

[mstuhr]

Hi Ignatz,
I am leaning towards the frame mounted dot and a Konus Atomic red dot (3oz. & no rings).
If I was to go up with my loads the gun wont shoot as well. I found that out in load testing for it. I think there is about a fifteen dollar difference in the mounts. I have used frame mounted dots on IPSC/steel plate guns for years. The only down side is the BME requires removal to clean the gun.
They claim if you get one machined for your gun it re-zeros when installed. I am hoping someone can relate some real experience with the frame mount.
Thanks
Mike

 

[ncy54]

Have the BME frame mount. These only fit the 52-1 & 52-2, as they have the slots in the frame to fit weights. If you order one, you should measure the inner slot to slot width to get a snug fit on you pistol. These minimizes scope adjustments when you take off and replace the mount, which is needed for cleaning.
A friend has the dovetail mount and isn't crazy about it, as it needs load/spring changes like any slide mounted one and the single mounting point doesn't lend itself to consistent tightness.
If you really want a slide mount, and the pistol isn't a "collector", then mount a base on the slide by the conventional drill and tap method. You can keep the irons on as well and have them instantly available by removing the scope.

 

[mstuhr]

Thanks

Thanks NCY54,
I shoot with a fellow who has a BME frame mount that he no longer uses.
I should get it this week. I am going to give it a try.
My gun shoot good but if I have to go up with my load the groups open up.
I hope the frame mount works out for me.
It is a pretty nice 52-2 but I am the kind of guy who would drill holes in it and wear panties if it would gain me 10 points.
I am going to try not to drill it if I dont have to.
Thanks for the advice.
Mike

 

[boatbum101]

I use the BME mount that replaces the rear sight . I choose this because I can use the barrel weight & did not have to drill / tap the gun . I use a 1'' UD & a 7lb recoil spring . I've not had to bump loads either . I use 3.1 W231 or 3.6 VVN 340 with Remington / Zero / PD 148 HBWC . I find the 52 muzzle light & twitchy w/o the weight .
Andy

 

[mstuhr]

Thanks Boatbum

Thanks Boatbum,
I picked one up from a buddy and have it mounted but I have not shot the thing yet.
I'll report on it after I have shot it some.
Thanks
Mike

 

[Jeff423]

I've used the BME mount with an Ultradot LT on my 52-2 for about 3 years now. It works great.
I recently changed from 2.7 to 2.8 gr of BE and went to a heavier spring and the action seems a little better. But the standard spring, BME and LT and 2.7 gr of BE works fine as well. (I'm always tinkering).

Jeff

 

[TSQUARED]

I purchased both the slide mount for a Docter red dot and the frame mount. I never got around to using the slide mount since I found the frame mount to work well for me. It was easier to switch between the open and optic sights. SAince then I have opted to use my 52 with open sights but still have both mounts. PM me if you are interested.