How do I know if a scope is for a .22?

[Jake71]

Whats the farthest distance the .22 can be accurate at?

Parallax adjustable for a .22? huh?

What magnification do I want or get an adjustable one?


I understand that eye relief is distance away from the rear to get a full sight picture... but that's about it.

How do I know a scope is "designed" shall we say, for a .22?

I like the Mueller APC I saw in one thread...

Obviously I want something tht will last, hold it's zero and get the job done.

No clue on how much to spend.. some of you spend 30$ and some spend 200+...

I searched for a scope faq and didn't see it in here for a .22.


thanks
jake

[rsrocket1]

Besides including a base made for either a dovetail or standard mount, there is no real differentiation between a .22 rifle scope and a center fire rifle scope. Air rifle scopes are allegedly made more ruggedly due to the back and forth recoil of an air rifle, but if a scope can handle the recoil of a 30-06, it ought to be able to handle any air rifle or 22.

For a lightweight .22, there is a balance between portability and brightness. I have a BSA Sweet 22 3-9x40 scope on my Marlin 925 and I love it. The 40mm objective is very bright and I can easily see the bullet fly downrange with about 1-2" accuracy @ 200 yards so long as the wind isn't bad. The big BSA scope makes the rifle seem twice as heavy which is a big downer if you intend to carry the rifle around for a while.

On the other hand, I have a small, thin, fixed magnification 4x15 scope for my 10/22. It's light, gives just enough magnification to make it better than open sights and is more than enough for the accuracy of the 10/22 with bulk ammo.

I mounted both scopes with see-though mounts so I can shoot with either iron sights or the scope because you really don't need or want to rely on the scope for a close up shot or for a quick shot on a nearby varmint.

The 10/22 scope is sighted in at 25 yards and is decent out to 100 yards, but is best inside 50. The BSA scope has an adjustable turret which is good from 25-200 yards although the markings are not accurate, I simply know which settings to use at which distances.

The 10/22 scope cost $10 and the BSA listed for something like $150, but was on clearance for around $30.

[mitchsti]

.22 scope

check these guys out for the price far and away the best you will find.
I personally have two, one mounted to a 10/22 and on on my .17hmr

http://muelleroptics.com/mapv451440

they have silver also.

[Bartin]

I second the mueller APV, it's on my 795 and works great

[ejhc11]

Usually a .22 rifle is shot under 100yds - so I recommend a scope with an adjustable objective (AO) to dial away parallax at closer ranges - less than 100yds. If you shop for an airgun scope it will work the best for you on a 22. Most centerfire scopes are parallax adjusted to be at one distance and thats usually 100yds which is too far for normal rimfire shooting (25-75yds). You can buy AO centerfire scopes but thats pretty pricey.

Check out Bushnells, Centerpoints, Leapers. Go to Opticplanet/MidwayUSA and look at the scope reviews and decide from there. Walmart has scopes that are good for rimfires.

My 22 rimfire Winchester Wildcat with a Leapers 4x40 scope, with a factory fixed parallax of 35yds - clear glass/shoots perfect/holds zero/lifetime warranty for less than $50.

http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac352/ejhc11/AR15/WinchesterWildcat.jpg

[donw]

[QUOTE=rsrocket1;7031376]air rifle scopes are allegedly made more ruggedly due to the back and forth recoil of an air rifle, but if a scope can handle the recoil of a 30-06, it ought to be able to handle any air rifle or 22.

nooo, nooooooooo...

most "rimfire" scopes are parallax adjusted for 50-60 yds by the mfg and will usually say so in the specs of the scope.

there are many "Springer" air rifles on the market today that will destroy a NON-airgun rated scope...PCP air guns have NO recoil and therefore may use NON-airgun rated scopes...been there, done that...

you put a NON-airgun rated scope on a magnum springer you "Pays yer money, you takes yer chances"...

if you have any doubt about a scopes capabilities, contact the manufacturer.

[BSlacker]

What will be the use?
A 3X9X40 with a adjustable objective is pretty classic for general plinking/target/hunting under 75 yards. For casual shooting a fixed magnification is ok variables are bulkier and heavier on a hunting rifle. Going from 3X to 9X is not that big a leap.
Adjustable Objectives are good but inside 50 to 100 yards the are not necessary. Quick plinking shots off hand won't benefit as much as target or hunting from getting the parallax correct. If you have a good stock scope relationship and your head is locked in then it is not a big issue.
Muellers are fine but any name brand will work.
For more target oriented shooting you will want a fine crosshair and higher magnification more like a fixed 18X to 24X.
There are scopes that are designed for 22lr rimfire. What you will find is that the usefulness of the features are not that great for all around use. I would look more for features that are good on any caliber. Like repeatability of the adjustments, clarity, adjustable objective and the magnification you need. If you spend for the 22lr features it is stuck on the rimfire, which maybe ok. Spend over 200 and you will want to use it more in the future. Under 100 just stick it on a rimfire and go shooting.

[Jake71]

I'm going to hopefully get a scope that will not only be good on my .22 but on my 223 as well.

Will the Meuller stand up to the .223?

My purpose is just general shooting.. I don't really hunt anymore.



thanks
jake

[JAGACIDA]

Simmons .22 mag 3x9x32mm at Amazon. $40.00. Better than my buddies $160.00 Nikon. It's worth a look.

[MrExel17]

Simmons .22 mag 3x9x32mm at Amazon. $40.00. Better than my buddies $160.00 Nikon. It's worth a look.

Agreed I too also have the Simmons , and love it on my Ruger 10/22 tactical.

[Metal Magic]

Agreed I too also have the Simmons , and love it on my Ruger 10/22 tactical.

I also just ordered a Simmons, for my sig 522

[VCMike]

I have been using a Barska Plinker and it works great. A friend was also looking and tried mine and bought the same thing. It works great!!! and is holding up fine.

[appagohm]

I have a simmons on my Ar15, and it holds zergo fine, if it can hold up to a 5.56 rd, i'm pretty sure it can hold up to a 22lr rd.

[caoboy]

I have a bushnell 'rimfire' scope. Idk if it's any better than other scopes, but it sure made my 795 boring! I can hit anything with it all day, took the fun outta the game

[Izzy43]

I'm going to hopefully get a scope that will not only be good on my .22 but on my 223 as well.

Will the Meuller stand up to the .223?

My purpose is just general shooting.. I don't really hunt anymore.



thanks
jake

Go to the Meuller website and drop them an email with your questions. Their customer service is excellent. I own two of their scopes (APV and Tactical 8.5-25X) and they are great value for the money. I think their only warning is not to use some of their scopes on Magnum rifles (not meaning 22 magnum). I have owned both for over a year with thousands of rounds down the barrel, both 22lr and 22 magnum and both scopes have held zero. For the money they are bright and clear. Muellers are made in China but use glass from Japan.

If you want to move up a little in clarity, brightness and price, check out the Weaver 40/44 series of scopes. Not a lot more money but they are made in the Phillipines, clearer, brighter and the adjustments seem firmer. Check them out at Natchez. I have the 6.5-20x44mm AO and its a great scope for under $200 delivered.