I am trying to put optics on handguns b/c it opened up another level of fun!
I have a 1980s SW 41 that had been drilled and a rail adapted to fit, but I'm not going to that trouble for guns not set up for it:
- Glock 44
- DW & SW revolvers from the 80s
- couple of 1911 .22LR clones
Just bought a Ruger Hunter Single-Six revolver that comes with rings & a built in rail, begging for a scope.
Also, I have a SW 22A-1 that can shoot better than what my eyes can see with fixed sights.
I thought I'd go with scopes b/c I like the magnification that a red dot doesn't.
My two basic scopes now:
- old RWS fixed 1.5 that came with my SW 41
- old Nikon 2.0 fixed I bought used ($90) at an LGS (old sticker still on it of $190).
I had a thread about red dots and got some great input, but I did end up getting a less expensive one, but I was warned away from a couple problematic ones (thanks!).
I have a $90 Bushnell TRS-25 $50 Dagger Defense red dot (which I like better).
My needs are basic.
I can't fathom needing to shoot anything beyond 25 yds. with a handgun, but after I get my outdoor membership, maybe that will change, but I think that's is why God created rifles.
I realize that for the experienced members this list is choosing the "lesser of evils."
But, warn me away from the worst & steer me towards the reliable.
I might even be able to get a used one from someone that has a basic scope when they started out and they have moved up.
I found these in the $50-$150 range when googling from articles recommending value-priced scopes:
- $63 Simmons ProHunter Truplex Reticle Handgun Scope, 2-6 x 32mm (Silver)
- $46 NcStar 2.5 X 30 Pistol Scope/Blue Lens/Ring (SPB2530B)
- WEAVER Classic Silver Handgun Scope 2 x 28 with Dual-X Reticle Bushnell product
- $59.90 Hammers Long Eye Relief Pistol Scout Scope 2-7 X 32 with Weaver Rings
- $150 Vortex Optics Crossfire II 2-7 x 32 Rimfire, Second Focal Plane, 1-inch Tube Riflescope - V-Plex Reticle
- $150 Nikon 8470 Force XR 2 x 20mm Pistol Scope, Nikoplex reticle, Matte
- $89.99 BSA Edge Pistol Scope 2-7 x 28mm Duplex Reticle Matte
- $99.97 Sightmark Core SX 4 x 32 Pistol Scope
- $27.99 CVLIFE 4 x 32 Compact Rifle Scope Crosshair Optics Hunting Gun Scope with 20mm Free Mounts
- $53.16 AIM Sports 2-7 X 32 Dual Illuminated Pistol / Scout Scope - Long Eye Relief, w/ Rings JHI2732B, Color: Black, Tube Diameter: 1 in,
- $50 CenterPoint 2 x 20mm Pistol Scope
There were more recommended, of course ,but pricier ($150 - $400).
I have a 1980s SW 41 that had been drilled and a rail adapted to fit, but I'm not going to that trouble for guns not set up for it:
- Glock 44
- DW & SW revolvers from the 80s
- couple of 1911 .22LR clones
Just bought a Ruger Hunter Single-Six revolver that comes with rings & a built in rail, begging for a scope.
Also, I have a SW 22A-1 that can shoot better than what my eyes can see with fixed sights.
I thought I'd go with scopes b/c I like the magnification that a red dot doesn't.
My two basic scopes now:
- old RWS fixed 1.5 that came with my SW 41
- old Nikon 2.0 fixed I bought used ($90) at an LGS (old sticker still on it of $190).
I had a thread about red dots and got some great input, but I did end up getting a less expensive one, but I was warned away from a couple problematic ones (thanks!).
I have a $90 Bushnell TRS-25 $50 Dagger Defense red dot (which I like better).
My needs are basic.
I can't fathom needing to shoot anything beyond 25 yds. with a handgun, but after I get my outdoor membership, maybe that will change, but I think that's is why God created rifles.
I realize that for the experienced members this list is choosing the "lesser of evils."
But, warn me away from the worst & steer me towards the reliable.
I might even be able to get a used one from someone that has a basic scope when they started out and they have moved up.
I found these in the $50-$150 range when googling from articles recommending value-priced scopes:
- $63 Simmons ProHunter Truplex Reticle Handgun Scope, 2-6 x 32mm (Silver)
- $46 NcStar 2.5 X 30 Pistol Scope/Blue Lens/Ring (SPB2530B)
- WEAVER Classic Silver Handgun Scope 2 x 28 with Dual-X Reticle Bushnell product
- $59.90 Hammers Long Eye Relief Pistol Scout Scope 2-7 X 32 with Weaver Rings
- $150 Vortex Optics Crossfire II 2-7 x 32 Rimfire, Second Focal Plane, 1-inch Tube Riflescope - V-Plex Reticle
- $150 Nikon 8470 Force XR 2 x 20mm Pistol Scope, Nikoplex reticle, Matte
- $89.99 BSA Edge Pistol Scope 2-7 x 28mm Duplex Reticle Matte
- $99.97 Sightmark Core SX 4 x 32 Pistol Scope
- $27.99 CVLIFE 4 x 32 Compact Rifle Scope Crosshair Optics Hunting Gun Scope with 20mm Free Mounts
- $53.16 AIM Sports 2-7 X 32 Dual Illuminated Pistol / Scout Scope - Long Eye Relief, w/ Rings JHI2732B, Color: Black, Tube Diameter: 1 in,
- $50 CenterPoint 2 x 20mm Pistol Scope
There were more recommended, of course ,but pricier ($150 - $400).
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