Red dot or scope for Ruger MkIII?

[JettaKnight]

My wife has a Ruger MkIII Hunter that previously had a BSA red dot mounted on it. It was OK, but I'm considering a better red dot or a low power scope.

The problem I had with the dot was that while holding the gun still, I could move my head and the dot would wander around the target at 25 yards. Wouldn't a scope be more accurate?

I'm willing to spend about $150 and weight is a big consideration.

 

[Arm America]

I say the red dot.
They are accurate out a good distance without the scope,
yet dead on up close with the dot.


Edit. Your wife has made an excellant choice in a firearm.
Maybe not the only one but the one being discussed in outstanding.

 

[gunwh]

I say the red dot.
They are accurate out a good distance without the scope,
yet dead on up close with the dot.

i agree with this too. you can look into some higher grade red dots that would be better. i suggest looking in to Bushnell model number 73-0132p it is a cross between a red dot and a standard scope. it sells for around 196. we have one in stock and use it as a demmo on our SBR but you can use it on hand guns as well.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

Here is what I would reccomend. I have one and it has been a great red dot. Bushnell - Red Dot 1x 28mm [730134]

There are 11 brightness settings. You can also choose from 4 different recticles. I picked it up localy for $85 plus tax.

 

[chayne02]

So if the red dot moves arround when you adjust you head as you aim, is this due to it being a cheap red dot scope, or is this just how red dot scopes work?

 

[gunwh]

that's a good one too... the model i gave has the red green option along with it is a variable reticle. look them both up and compare them for the application you want it for.
Ether way bushnell has great optics for reasonable prices

 

[Litlratt]

Are you sure the dot was moving on the target and not just on the lens?
A dot without magnification should not shows signs of parallax.
At 25 yards
Accuracy = scope
Speed = dot
Midway currently has C More dots on sale. Highly recommended.

 

[firehawk1]

So if the red dot moves arround when you adjust you head as you aim, is this due to it being a cheap red dot scope, or is this just how red dot scopes work?

I've mounted up a NcStar multi recticle scope on my MkIII. Not the hightest quality scope out there by a LONG shot, but it works great. I figured the recoil is so slight on a .22 it should last quite a long time. I've also noticed that the dot is not moving off target by moving your head when aiming, it just appears that way. At least that's been my experience.

 

[MarlinMan68]

Your best bet is to go to Midwayusa website and search the red dots.Most of them have customer reviews on them and that should help you make a good decision.I would recommend one with rings instead of a built in mount.Several are made by the same manufacturer with other names on them(Ultradot-Adco-Millet-etc.)Try to get a 3 moa dot or smaller for target shooting.I have always had good luck with the Adco E-dot 30mm.If you find on you like but not the price go to Ebay and search.

 

[redneckmedic]

I had an osprey holographic on my mark III for a while, really liked it, only took it off to get better at open sights.

 

[mrfjones]

burris fast fire II. but it is a little out of your price range. very small, light and supposed to be accurate. I will tell you more when I use mine for the first time this weekend.