Achieving Unwavering Precision: Elevating Your Optics with Leupold Standard 30mm Super High Rings

For any serious shooter, hunter, or firearm enthusiast, the ability to consistently place shots on target is paramount. While a high-quality rifle and a premium scope are fundamental, their true potential can only be unlocked with a rock-solid connection. This is where Leupold, a name synonymous with optical excellence and rugged reliability, introduces its Leupold Standard (STD) 2-Piece 30mm Super High Rings in Matte Black (MPN: 51033). These rings are not merely accessories; they are critical components engineered to deliver the unwavering stability and precision vital for optimal shooting performance.

Why Choose Leupold Standard Rings for Your Rifle Scope?

When considering how to mount a rifle scope, stability, repeatability, and ease of adjustment are key factors. The Leupold STD ring and base system stands out as one of the most versatile and robust mounting solutions available to shooters today. Crafted from high-quality steel, these rings are designed to provide a secure, long-lasting interface between your rifle and your optic, ensuring your zero remains consistent shot after shot, season after season.

Who are these rings for?

• Hunters: Whether you're pursuing big game in challenging terrain or varmints at extended ranges, these rings provide the durable, dependable mount needed to withstand recoil and environmental impacts, ensuring your scope stays zeroed when it matters most.
• Target Shooters: For those who demand pinpoint accuracy at the range, the precision engineering of Leupold STD rings allows for minute adjustments and consistent point of impact, helping you tighten groups and achieve personal bests.
• Firearm Enthusiasts: If you're upgrading an existing rifle, building a new custom setup, or simply seeking the best possible foundation for your 30mm riflescope, these rings offer a superior blend of performance and reliability.
• Shooters with Calibers Less Than .300 Win. Mag.: Specifically optimized for cartridges up to, but not exceeding, the power of a .300 Winchester Magnum, these rings offer ample strength without over-engineering for common hunting and target shooting calibers.

What problem do these rings solve?

The primary challenge these rings address is the secure and precise mounting of a rifle scope. A loose or improperly mounted scope can lead to frustrating inconsistencies, wasted ammunition, and missed opportunities. Leupold STD rings mitigate these issues by:

• Ensuring Consistent Zero: The robust steel construction and precision fit prevent scope movement under recoil or impact, maintaining your point of aim.
• Facilitating Precise Adjustments: The unique front dovetail and rear windage screw system allows for lateral adjustments during bore sighting, making initial zeroing much simpler and more accurate.
• Optimizing Scope Elevation Use: By using shims with the adjustable rear ring, you can effectively pre-align your scope, "reserving" the scope's internal elevation adjustments for crucial ballistic drop compensation (BDC) dials or long-range shooting, rather than using them up for basic zeroing.
• Providing Durability: Made from steel, these rings are built to withstand the rigors of field use, offering exceptional resistance to corrosion and wear.

Key Features and Design Philosophy

The Leupold 51033 Standard Rings are a testament to Leupold's commitment to quality and functional design. Let's delve into the specific attributes that make them an excellent choice for a variety of shooting applications:

• 30mm Tube Diameter: This specific model is engineered to perfectly fit riflescopes with a 30mm maintube. This is a very common diameter for many modern, high-performance optics, particularly those with larger objective lenses or advanced reticles requiring more internal adjustment space. Always ensure your scope's maintube matches the ring diameter for a proper, secure fit.
• Super High Ring Height: With a mount height of 1.00 inch, these are classified as "Super High" rings. This height is particularly useful for riflescopes with larger objective lenses (e.g., 50mm, 56mm) that require greater clearance above the rifle barrel or receiver. Super High rings ensure that the objective bell of your scope does not contact the rifle, allowing for proper mounting and an unobstructed sight picture. They also often provide a more comfortable head position for shooters using rifles with higher comb lines.
• 2-Piece Design: The 2-piece ring system offers flexibility in mounting, allowing the rings to be positioned independently on a 2-piece base to accommodate various scope lengths and eye relief requirements. This also makes it easier to clean the rifle's receiver area without removing the entire base.
• Matte Black Finish: The durable matte black finish not only provides a sleek, low-profile aesthetic that complements most firearms but also reduces glare, which is crucial for maintaining stealth in hunting scenarios or minimizing reflections at the range. This finish is designed to resist corrosion and abrasion, ensuring the rings maintain their appearance and integrity over time.
• Steel Construction: Leupold's choice of steel for these rings speaks volumes about their commitment to strength and longevity. Steel offers superior rigidity and resistance to deformation compared to lighter materials, ensuring your scope remains immovably fixed, even under heavy recoil. This robust material contributes directly to the legendary reliability Leupold products are known for.
• Front Dovetail & Rear Windage Adjustment: This is a hallmark feature of the Leupold STD system. The front ring features a dovetail that pivots into the base, creating a strong mechanical lock. The rear ring then uses two opposing windage screws to allow for lateral adjustment of the scope. This innovative system enables shooters to perfectly align the scope with the rifle's bore during initial setup. By moving the entire scope left or right using these screws, you can get very close to zero without using up your scope's internal windage adjustments, thereby preserving those for fine-tuning in the field or for compensating for crosswinds.
• Compatibility with Leupold Standard Bases: These rings are specifically designed to mate seamlessly with Leupold's STD 1-piece or 2-piece bases. This ensures a perfect fit and leverages the full potential of the Leupold STD mounting system. It’s important to note that these rings are part of a system and require the corresponding Leupold STD bases for proper installation and function.

The Advantages of the Leupold Standard Mounting System

The Leupold Standard mounting system, incorporating these robust rings, offers several compelling advantages for serious shooters:

• Unrivaled Durability: Built from solid steel, these rings are designed to endure the harshest conditions and the heaviest recoil without compromise. They are a "set it and forget it" solution that you can trust for years of reliable service.
• Precision and Repeatability: The unique dovetail and windage adjustment system allows for extremely precise bore sighting and ensures that once zeroed, your scope maintains its position. This repeatability is crucial for accurate shot placement, especially under varying conditions or after removing and re-attaching the scope.
• Simplified Zeroing: The lateral adjustment capability provided by the rear windage screws significantly simplifies the initial zeroing process, allowing you to get on target faster and with less ammunition. This is a practical benefit for anyone who values their time and resources.
• Preservation of Scope Adjustments: By using the ring system's windage adjustment and potential shims for gross alignment, you maximize the internal adjustment range of your scope for actual ballistic corrections (elevation) or environmental factors (windage), which is invaluable for long-range shooting or using BDC reticles.
• Trusted by Professionals and Enthusiasts: Leupold's reputation for quality and performance is well-earned. The STD system has been a staple in the shooting community for decades, trusted by hunters, competitive shooters, and military personnel alike. When you choose Leupold, you're choosing a legacy of excellence.

Practical Considerations: Installation and Maintenance

Proper installation is critical to maximizing the performance of your Leupold Standard rings. While detailed instructions are included with the product, here are some general guidelines:

1. Preparation: Ensure your rifle and scope are clean. Use a high-quality scope base, specifically a Leupold STD 1-piece or 2-piece base, as these rings are designed for it.
2. Mounting Bases: Secure the bases to your rifle's receiver, following the manufacturer's torque specifications. A torque wrench is highly recommended to prevent overtightening or undertightening.
3. Attaching Rings: Mount the front dovetail ring first, pivoting it into the front base. Then, place the scope into the front ring and attach the rear ring.
4. Leveling and Eye Relief: Adjust the scope for proper eye relief and ensure it is level. This can be done using a scope leveling kit or a spirit level.
5. Initial Alignment: Utilize the rear windage screws to roughly align the scope with the bore. This can be done with a bore sighter or by traditional bore sighting methods.
6. Tightening: Gradually tighten the ring screws in a cross pattern, again using a torque wrench to reach the recommended specifications. Avoid overtightening, as this can damage the scope tube.
7. Final Zeroing: Head to the range for final zeroing, making fine adjustments using the scope's internal turrets.

Maintenance: Leupold Standard rings require minimal maintenance. Periodically check the mounting screws for tightness, especially after heavy recoil or transport. A light coat of gun oil on the steel components can help prevent corrosion, though the matte black finish provides significant protection.

Enhancing Your Shooting Experience

Whether you're embarking on a crucial hunting trip, preparing for a competitive shooting event, or simply enjoying a day at the range, the foundation of your optical system directly impacts your success. The Leupold Standard 2-Piece 30mm Super High Rings (MPN: 51033) provide that unwavering foundation. They represent an investment in precision, durability, and peace of mind, allowing you to focus on the shot, confident that your optics are securely mounted and performing at their peak. These are the rings trusted by countless shooters for their legendary reliability and innovative design.

Available now at DEGuns, these Leupold Standard rings are ready to become the backbone of your rifle and scope setup, promising a lifetime of dependable performance. Elevate your accuracy and experience the difference that only Leupold can deliver.

Product Specifications & Details

Attribute	Detail
Brand	Leupold
Model	Standard (STD)
Tube Diameter	30mm
Color	Matte Black
Material	Steel
Firearm Type	Rifle
Mount Type	Leupold Base
Objective Clearance	Optimized for 56mm+
Includes	Mounts / Mounting Hardware
Mount Height	1.00"
Pieces	2
Ring Height	Super High
Weight	3.60 oz
SKU	35216
UPC	030317510336
MPN	51033