Old Weaver V9 out of focus

AEM · June 4, 2001, 02:59 PM

I have an old Weaver V9 3-9x variable purchased new in the sixties. It never saw much use, but at some point I noticed that the image was out of focus. This was many years ago but as I recall, I adjusted the knurled ring on the power selector ring ( This is the thin threaded ring halfway between the eyepiece and the junction of the ocular end and the scope tube)and found that I could change the focus, but that I couldn't get both the reticle and the image in focus at the same time. Disgusted, I stored it for another 15 years or so.

I got it out the other day and found that the reticle stays in sharp focus, and the image is clear and sharp, but ONLY with the parallax adjusted at 75 feet. If I adjust the objective to any longer distance, the image blurs.

I feel sure this is something I did playing with it many years ago. Before I try adjusting the ring on the ocular end again, I thought I would ask for help here.

Thanks for any suggestions.

PDshooter · June 5, 2001, 10:32 PM

If its a Weaver USA call this # 915-593-1005 there in TX. I've got a v12 thats all "F" up. Would cost about $45.00 to fix.

AEM · June 6, 2001, 10:57 AM

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll call them. I was thinking of chucking it the general direction of the trash can, but it has a certain amount of sentimental value. Also, I've heard recently that the old Weavers, at least the fixed power K models, have appreciated in value in recent years. I don't know if the V (variable) models are sought after as much.

JR in PA · June 6, 2001, 02:14 PM

AEM
Before you send your Weaver out, try this:

1. Go to the range and put up a target at 100 yds.
2. Set the parallex for 100yds.
3. Adjest the ocular lens so that the crosshairs and
target are clear.
4. Try the scope at different distances, changing AO
as needed.

I think that many years ago you messed up the focus when you should have been working with the AO (parallex remover).
Hope this is a help.

JR

AEM · June 6, 2001, 02:20 PM

Thanks, JR.

I probably should have never tried to adjust the focus. I'll try the procedure you suggested.

June 6, 2001, 10:57 AM	#3
AEM Senior Member Join Date: November 1, 1999 Posts: 171	Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion. I'll call them. I was thinking of chucking it the general direction of the trash can, but it has a certain amount of sentimental value. Also, I've heard recently that the old Weavers, at least the fixed power K models, have appreciated in value in recent years. I don't know if the V (variable) models are sought after as much.

June 4, 2001, 02:59 PM	#1
AEM Senior Member Join Date: November 1, 1999 Posts: 171	I have an old Weaver V9 3-9x variable purchased new in the sixties. It never saw much use, but at some point I noticed that the image was out of focus. This was many years ago but as I recall, I adjusted the knurled ring on the power selector ring ( This is the thin threaded ring halfway between the eyepiece and the junction of the ocular end and the scope tube)and found that I could change the focus, but that I couldn't get both the reticle and the image in focus at the same time. Disgusted, I stored it for another 15 years or so. I got it out the other day and found that the reticle stays in sharp focus, and the image is clear and sharp, but ONLY with the parallax adjusted at 75 feet. If I adjust the objective to any longer distance, the image blurs. I feel sure this is something I did playing with it many years ago. Before I try adjusting the ring on the ocular end again, I thought I would ask for help here. Thanks for any suggestions.

June 5, 2001, 10:32 PM	#2
PDshooter Senior Member Join Date: March 30, 2000 Location: Indiana Posts: 607	If its a Weaver USA call this # 915-593-1005 there in TX. I've got a v12 thats all "F" up. Would cost about $45.00 to fix.

June 6, 2001, 02:14 PM	#4
JR in PA Junior Member Join Date: January 8, 2001 Posts: 11	AEM Before you send your Weaver out, try this: 1. Go to the range and put up a target at 100 yds. 2. Set the parallex for 100yds. 3. Adjest the ocular lens so that the crosshairs and target are clear. 4. Try the scope at different distances, changing AO as needed. I think that many years ago you messed up the focus when you should have been working with the AO (parallex remover). Hope this is a help. JR

June 6, 2001, 02:20 PM	#5
AEM Senior Member Join Date: November 1, 1999 Posts: 171	Thanks, JR. I probably should have never tried to adjust the focus. I'll try the procedure you suggested.