What is a good .22 scope?

[Mosinguy]

I'm looking for a beginner scope that doesn't suck and doesn't cost more than $50-$60. Must have a 1" tube. What scope fits my requirements? I'd spend more, but I want to be sure I like shooting with optics before I spend $$$

 

[42769vette]

I'm looking for a beginner scope that doesn't suck and doesn't cost more than $50-$60. Must have a 1" tube. What scope fits my requirements? I'd spend more, but I want to be sure I like shooting with optics before I spend $$$

i hate to be be blunt, but at 50-60 dollars the optic will totaly suck and be un enjoyable to shoot.

if you can bump your budget to 120ish you can get a scope that will be reliable and enjoyable to shoot, then worry about upgrading if you think you need to. at 50-60 bucks it wont hold zero, it will be a pain to sight in due to not tracking, the clarity will be less than desirable so you will not like shooting with optics, because it will seem like work every trip to the range

 

[Mosinguy]

i hate to be be blunt, but at 50-60 dollars the optic will totaly suck and be un enjoyable to shoot.

But I don't want to spend $100+ on a scope on a rifle that with me and dad's shooting habits I only shoot maybe a few times a year. Plus, before I wore glasses every scope I looked through (didn't matter what quality they were) everything has fuzzy no matter what. I'd rather buy an inexpensive usable scope to see if I can use optics now. If I can't, then I'm not out a lot of money.

 

[Double T]

I am in the market for a decent 3-9x40 to see how well I can shoot at 100yds with my 10-22. I bought a 22plinker scope and can barely make out the center bull.

 

[42769vette]

But I don't want to spend $100+ on a scope on a rifle that with me and dad's shooting habits I only shoot maybe a few times a year. Plus, before I wore glasses every scope I looked through (didn't matter what quality they were) everything has fuzzy no matter what. I'd rather buy an inexpensive usable scope to see if I can use optics now. If I can't, then I'm not out a lot of money.

stick with irons. i know im probably comming off like a a**, but its just the facts. if you buy a 125 dollar scope and dont like it sell it for 100, if you buy a 50 dollar scope you mise well throw it away if you dont like it and if everything is fuzzy you wont like it

 

[42769vette]

I am in the market for a decent 3-9x40 to see how well I can shoot at 100yds with my 10-22. I bought a 22plinker scope and can barely make out the center bull.

let me know if i can help

 

[Mosinguy]

stick with irons. i know im probably comming off like a a**, but its just the facts. if you buy a 125 dollar scope and dont like it sell it for 100, if you buy a 50 dollar scope you mise well throw it away if you dont like it and if everything is fuzzy you wont like it

That may be my best bet for a while.

 

[Pitmaster]

i hate to be be blunt, but at 50-60 dollars the optic will totaly suck and be un enjoyable to shoot.

if you can bump your budget to 120ish you can get a scope that will be reliable and enjoyable to shoot, then worry about upgrading if you think you need to. at 50-60 bucks it wont hold zero, it will be a pain to sight in due to not tracking, the clarity will be less than desirable so you will not like shooting with optics, because it will seem like work every trip to the range

The man knows of what he speaks. I followed his advice and have no regrets. In fact I upgraded 2 10/22s that had crappy scopes with <$150 scopes. In fact if you buy one from him I'll buy it from you if you don't like it less $25. That way you only lose $25 instead of $50. I suspect you will keep it.

 

[heatman]

I bought one of these a while back for my 10/22. While not great I am able to shoot 5 shot groups at 50 yards with cheap bulk ammo that a quarter will cover.Amazon.com: Tasco World Class 3-9x50 Riflescope w/30/30 Reticle: Sports & Outdoors

 

[snapping turtle]

The Simmons 22 mag scope is the only one that comes close to meeting your cost outlay. They are still over 60 bucks.

Simmons 3-9x32 .22 Mag Rifle Scope

Nothing fancy but it has AO and 9 power on max. I had and old one I got on a rifle I bought and so far it has stayed on target well.

 

[bbarker]

It sounds like for what you are wanting to do, you could pick up a decent Bushnell and be better off than nothing. I totally agree that spending a little bit more would be much better but if it is not in the cards now, it is not. It would be different if you were shooting more frequently I think. Happy shooting....

 

[DCM8513]

Id have to say to go with the nicer of the two as well, if you were able to use the $50 dollar scope after all, then youre going to want to upgrade to something thats going to be worth having on your gun. Then youve invested 175 to get where you want to be.

Vette, what would you recomend as a rock solid 10/22 scope? Ill be in the market for one as well in the near future. (3-9x40)

 

[tcbloodgood4]

Just bought my second 4x32mm Simmons (by Bushnell) scope for my Ruger Mark III 22/45. I've got another one for my Browning Buckmark Hunter. They are great and they have a mail order 20% discount. They cost $74 and change at Natchez.com for the black matte, less for the silver ones. But you get almost $15 back. Sure there is tax and shipping, but the scope is excellent. Found a great laser bore sight at Dick's Sporting goods for $40 too.

 

[dlbrown75]

Check out Konus. I really like mine.

 

[Hop]

I found a new Vortex Crossfire 1.5-4x for well under $60. Shop had no idea what they had except they knew it was discontinued. Keep your eyes open.

 

[42769vette]

I found a new Vortex Crossfire 1.5-4x for well under $60. Shop had no idea what they had except they knew it was discontinued. Keep your eyes open.

that would be the crossfire 1 series

 

[wolfman]

Come up to ECPR on a Saturday, and I'll let you try out my NcStar 2x7. I mount it on my Ruger MKIII Hunter and it is as good as Ill ever need. I think I paid $48 plus shipping a couple of years ago.

 

[woodsie57]

I've been real happy w/the Simmons Prodiamond shotgun scopes-think I paid under$70-quick focus,clear,holds zero-4yrs or so!

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

Simmons 22 MAG 3-9X32 Rimfire Rifle Scopes w/ Rings FREE S&H 511039, 511037. Simmons Rifle Scopes.

Best bang for your buck.

I have a Mueller APV - but that's double your budget.

-J-

 

[scottka]

I've also got the Simmons 22 MAG 3-9x32. I bought it at Walmart (Haters gonna hate) awhile back for about $40. I'm very happy with it so far. Haven't had any problems with it. I did replace the rings because I don't care for "tip-off" style rings. I bought it after reading a ton of great reviews on it.