Precision Foundation for Your Remington 700 Left Hand: The Leupold Standard Base

For serious shooters and hunters, the integrity of your optical system begins not with the scope, but with the rock-solid connection between your rifle and that vital optic. This is where the Leupold Standard (STD) Base in Matte Black, specifically designed for the Remington 700 Left Hand Long Action, becomes an indispensable component. When you're asking, "What's the best way to secure my rifle scope for consistent accuracy?" or "How can I ensure my scope holds zero shot after shot?", the answer often points directly to the foundational strength of your mounting system. This particular Leupold base, with its robust steel construction, is engineered to provide that unwavering stability, making it a crucial choice for anyone looking to optimize their Remington 700 rifle for peak performance.

The Leupold 50007 STD base is more than just a piece of hardware; it’s a commitment to precision and reliability. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail in the USA, it embodies the Leupold legacy of rugged dependability. Whether you're a competitive shooter demanding pinpoint accuracy or a hunter relying on a single, ethical shot, the foundation provided by this base directly translates into confidence in the field or at the range. It’s designed to seamlessly integrate with Leupold STD rings, creating a unified mounting system that stands up to the most demanding conditions, ensuring your scope remains perfectly aligned, even under immense recoil or harsh environmental exposure.

Unwavering Stability: Why a Superior Scope Base Matters

Why is the scope base so critical to your shooting experience? Imagine a chain where the weakest link determines the overall strength. In a rifle-scope system, if the base flexes, shifts, or fails to provide a secure anchor, even the most expensive, high-performance scope will underperform. Shots will stray, zero will wander, and your frustration will mount. The Leupold STD base solves this fundamental problem by offering a platform of unwavering stability. It’s constructed from premium steel, renowned for its strength and rigidity, ensuring that your scope maintains its position regardless of the forces exerted upon it during firing or transport.

This base is specifically tailored for the Remington 700 Left Hand Long Action, a popular choice among many shooters for its versatility and renowned accuracy. The "long action" designation is important as it dictates the overall length of the receiver and, consequently, the scope base required. By opting for a base specifically designed for your rifle's action length and handedness, you ensure a perfect fit, optimal weight distribution, and maximum contact area for superior hold. This precise fit minimizes any potential for movement, which is paramount for maintaining zero.

Key Features that Elevate Your Shooting Experience

What makes the Leupold 50007 STD base stand out, and why is it a top recommendation for your Remington 700 Left Hand? Its design incorporates several innovative features that contribute to its legendary performance and user-friendliness:

• Premium Steel Construction: Unlike some lighter alternatives, this base is forged from high-grade steel. This material choice is deliberate, offering superior strength, rigidity, and resistance to deformation under stress. This robust construction is key to long-term zero retention.
• Matte Black Finish: The non-reflective matte black finish is not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional. It helps to reduce glare, preventing unwanted reflections that could spook game or reveal your position. It also complements most rifle finishes for a seamless look.
• Tailored for Remington 700 Left Hand Long Action: This specific model ensures a precise, custom fit for your rifle. This eliminates any guesswork and guarantees optimal contact with the receiver, distributing recoil forces evenly and enhancing stability.
• Integral Front Dovetail Design: The hallmark of the Leupold STD system is its unique front dovetail ring. This design allows the front ring to pivot into the base, creating a highly secure and self-centering connection. This pivotal action is crucial during bore sighting, as it facilitates lateral adjustment.
• Rear Windage Screws: Complementing the front dovetail, the rear base incorporates windage adjustment screws. These screws allow for precise lateral (left-right) alignment of your scope during mounting. This capability is incredibly valuable as it permits you to "zero out" your scope's internal windage adjustments, reserving the full range of your scope's internal adjustments for more precise aiming and environmental compensation, such as for bullet drop compensation (BDC) dials.
• Versatility in Ring Heights: While the base is a standalone component, its design is optimized for use with Leupold STD rings, which are available in a wide array of heights. This versatility allows shooters to select the perfect ring height for their specific scope's objective size and preferred cheek weld, ensuring comfortable and consistent sight alignment.
• Optimized for Standard Calibers: This base is an ideal choice for standard calibers less than .300 Win. Mag. This recommendation ensures that the base's design and strength are perfectly matched to the recoil impulse of your cartridge, providing optimal performance and longevity.

Addressing Common Questions: Your Path to a Perfect Setup

Many shooters often ask: "What's the best way to mount a scope on my Remington 700 Left Hand?" or "How do I avoid scope creep?" The Leupold STD base is a critical part of the answer to these questions. Its design fundamentally addresses issues like scope movement and maintaining zero.

• Q: How do I ensure my scope holds zero with this base?
  A: The robust steel construction, coupled with the precise fit for the Remington 700 Left Hand Long Action, significantly minimizes any flex or movement. When paired with Leupold STD rings, the pivoting front dovetail and rear windage adjustments allow for a stress-free scope mounting, preventing internal scope damage from torquing and ensuring the scope isn't under any strain, which can lead to zero shift. Proper torque application for all screws is also essential.
• Q: Can I use this base for long-range shooting?
  A: Absolutely. While optimized for calibers under .300 Win. Mag., its superior rigidity and precision engineering make it suitable for various long-range applications where reliable zero retention is paramount. The ability to use shims (if needed, though often unnecessary) to mechanically zero the scope further enhances its utility for maximizing your scope's elevation travel for long-distance shots.
• Q: Is installation difficult?
  A: The Leupold STD system is renowned for its straightforward installation. While professional installation is always an option, many experienced shooters can easily mount this base themselves using standard gunsmithing tools. The mounting hardware is included, simplifying the process.
• Q: What are the advantages of a 1-piece base?
  A: A 1-piece base, like this Leupold 50007, offers enhanced rigidity compared to two-piece designs because it spans the entire receiver, distributing stress more broadly. This can contribute to even greater stability and reduced chance of flex, which is particularly beneficial for long-action rifles.

Beyond the Product: The Leupold Legacy and Why It Matters

Choosing Leupold isn't just about selecting a product; it's about investing in a legacy of American craftsmanship and optical excellence that spans over a century. Every Leupold product, including this scope base, undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets the brand's exacting standards for durability, precision, and reliability. The phrase "Made in the USA" isn't just a label; it signifies a commitment to quality control and manufacturing excellence that directly benefits the end-user. The Leupold guarantee further solidifies this trust, promising a lifetime of performance.

The synergy between Leupold optics and Leupold mounts cannot be overstated. While any high-quality scope can be mounted on this base, using it with a Leupold scope creates an integrated system designed for peak performance. This holistic approach ensures that every component works in harmony, maximizing the potential of your entire rifle setup.

Optimizing Your Rifle for Any Scenario

Whether your Remington 700 Left Hand Long Action is your trusted companion for deer season, a workhorse for target practice, or a precision instrument for varmint control, equipping it with the right scope base is a non-negotiable step towards achieving consistent accuracy. The Leupold 50007 Standard Base provides the durable, dependable, and precise interface needed to translate your rifle's inherent accuracy into tangible results downrange. It enables you to focus on shot placement, wind calls, and target acquisition, confident that your scope is locked down and ready for action.

This base is particularly beneficial for hunters who operate in challenging environments, where bumps, drops, and sudden movements can jeopardize scope zero. Its rugged steel construction and secure mounting mechanism are built to withstand a lifetime of such abuse, ensuring that your scope remains sighted in, shot after shot, season after season. For precision shooters, the ability to utilize the scope's full internal adjustment range for BDC applications is a significant advantage, allowing for more precise dialing of elevation for varying distances without running out of adjustment.

Where to Acquire Your Leupold Standard Base

When you're ready to upgrade your Remington 700 Left Hand with this essential component, the Leupold 50007 Standard Base in Matte Black is readily available. For genuine Leupold products and expert advice, consider DEGuns (deguns.com) as your trusted source. Investing in this base is investing in the long-term accuracy and reliability of your firearm. It's a small but significant detail that makes a profound difference in your shooting performance.

In summary, for anyone seeking to maximize the potential of their Remington 700 Left Hand Long Action rifle, the Leupold 50007 Standard Base is an intelligent and critical investment. Its robust construction, precise fit, and innovative design features make it the ultimate foundation for your rifle scope, ensuring unparalleled stability, zero retention, and overall shooting confidence.

Product Specifications and Features Overview

The following table summarizes the key characteristics of the Leupold 50007 Standard Base for your quick reference:

Characteristic	Detail
Brand	Leupold
Model	Standard Base
Firearm Fit	Remington 700 (Left Hand Long Action)
Color	Matte Black
Material	Steel
Pieces	1 (One-piece base)
Mount Type	To Receiver
Includes	Mounting Hardware
Weight	3.60 oz
SKU	50007
MPN	35877
UPC	030317500078