I think my scope is too far forward... how to fix? Pictures inside.

[ballistics]

Below this is the L61R Finnbear (Garcia M74 Super) that my father handed down to me for Christmas. It has an older Leupold 7.5X scope with Weaver rings.
I feel like I need to move my head forward pretty far in order to get the full picture through the scope. So these are my questions:
1. Does the scope look like it's too forward? Or is normal to have to move your head very far forward to get the full view from the scope?
2. If I do need to move the scope backwards, it appears I need to buy new mounts. Is this a correct assumption?

 

[misako50]

Sure looks awkward. I know it is too far forward for me. You can take the weaver stuff off and get Sako ringmounts for it or the leupolds may be an even better choice for that scope.-Misako

 

[scottbitterman]

It looks like it might have an adjustable eye piece. if it adjusts far enough back for you that could do the trick

 

[Anonymous]

I think your answer is scope rings - Sako Optilock one piece. Leupolds are OK, and cheaper.
S-A

 

[ballistics]

What about a Talley Lightweight Alloy scope mount? They make a 1" one piece mount for Sako that comes in low, medium or high.
Here is a URL:
https://swfa.com/Talley-Lightweight-Aluminum-1-Scopemount-P2831.aspx
$42.95... not sure if that is for 1 piece or both pieces, but is this something that could solve the problem and let me move the scope backwards?

 

[misako50]

I don't think those will work. If you want something low priced and high quality, try the Millets. Usually, the Leupold ring mounts are reasonable enough for most. I don't care for aluminum at all.-Misako

 

[m995]

I've had good luck with Warne mounts for tough fit ups

 

[ballistics]

Okay, I found the Leupold Sako Ring mounts on OpticsPlanet.com
Looks like they are $55.99. I assume this includes two rings.
My current scope is an old 70s or 80s style Leupold M8 7.5x40mm. According to Leupold website, the "low" ring should work for all 40mm scopes but "medium" may give better clearance.
Would you order medium for my scope? Also do you think gloss or matte black will be best?

 

[misako50]

I would go for the mediums for what I see in your picture. It looks like the scope covers are about perfect clearance as it sits now. -Misako

 

[emmerth]

The mediums are the way to go. You may even have enough room for your scope covers.

 

[stonecreek]

"Conventional" Leupold (Redfield-type) turn in rings will usually clear a 40mm scope bell with "low" rings, but the Sako ringmounts, which attach directly to the receiver and use no base, are somewhat lower. The "low" Sako ringmount will typically clear no more than a 33mm objective, while the "medium" ringmount clears a 40 to 42mm objective.

 

[ballistics]

Thank you all... ordered the 1" Medium gloss Leupold rings. $57.99 delivered... this is a perfect excuse to get my Sako back out to the range and sight her in with the new ring mounts. Hopefully the old Leupold 7.5x scope with the new Leupold ring mounts will be a nice combo.

 

[northernlights]

Good luck with your scope mounting. If you Google "Leupold M8 7.5" you will find that your "old Leupold" is a very sought after scope!
Please post pics with your scope mounted in the new rings. It would help the rest of us to see what works.
Best wishes!

 

[liljud]

Try turning the mounts around. That will move the scope back.

 

[ballistics]

Unfortunately they don't work that way... the bottom of the Weaver bases are tapered dovetail to match the Sako receiver.
Also, the Weaver rings have a nested screw so they can't be placed in different spots either. The mounts work fine for the 40mm scope, I'm just looking to get full eye relief an inch or two further back on the stock.

 

[liljud]

Get new mounts.

 

[sako221]

Beautiful Finnbear. I have used most of the mentioned mounts, but for this classic piece I would seek out some original Sako rings from the same era as your L61R. Good Luck