Kellis "T" scope mounting system

Abstract

A firearm scope mounting system where recesses and protrusions in the scope ring precisely mate with like recesses and protrusions in the telescopic sight tube itself to prevent the scope from moving fore and aft as well as rotationally under recoil or other forces. Additionally, these mating surfaces can be designed in such a way that the crosshairs of the scope are perfectly aligned horizontally and vertically when the scope is installed in the rings. The method of attaching the scope rings to the base and the base to the firearm is not the subject of this patent claim.

1 . I claim a system for rigidly attaching a telescope within a scope mounting ring comprising:
 A scope engagement mechanism on the exterior surface of a telescope;   A ring engagement mechanism on the interior surface of a scope mounting ring, wherein the scope engagement mechanism and the ring engagement mechanism create a mechanical interference fit that prevents scope movement within the scope mounting ring.   
   
   
       2 . I claim the system of  claim 1 , wherein the engagement mechanism comprises:
 At least one raised ring around the telescope; and   At least one groove within the interior surface of the scope mounting ring, wherein the raised ring and the groove fit together to prevent longitudinal movement of the telescope within the mounting ring.   
   
   
       3 . I claim the system of  claim 2 , wherein the engagement mechanism further comprises:
 A keyway through at least one raised ring around the telescope; and   A key protruding from the interior wall of the scope ring to engage the keyway and prevent rotational movement of the telescope within the scope mounting ring.