Optics for 1979 Marlin Model 60

[bc360]

Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum and will probably be a regular now that I'm an owner of a 1979 Marlin 60. In short I picked up one today at an estate sale, a little scuff here and there on the stock, pretty clean, no rust. I bought this for my kids and it was like x-mas today when I came home with it. The old lady even liked it.


I figure I reach out for suggestions on an optic for this little bad boy. Don't know much about 22's all input is welcomed. Im in so cal so i can't get my hands on just about any optic.

Thanks for looking and your imput.

[tatso7]

I installed a Tasco 3-9x40 from Walmart on my Glenfield/Marlin Model 60. Works fine. The're like $39.95 with mounts and scope cover included. My son reAlly like it, shots tack at 100 yards.

[Chaos47]

There are a ton of optics out there for all sorts of budgets.

First up how much do you want to spend?

Second what magnification range do you want?

No matter what I highly suggest you get this scope rings for the 60.
The Marlins dovetail rail is notorious for scope walking.
This one piece ring gets more purchase on the rail and eliminates that issue.
I run one on my Marlin 795 (Magazine fed Marlin 60)

UTG "Airgun" .22 Integral Ring Mount

http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Airgun-Profile-Integral-1-Inch/dp/B002TUSJV6

Note: Make sure to get the height and the tube size your scope needs


You might want to check out the 795 Megathread as many things are the same for the M60

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=607193

[ejhc11]

Check out Weaver's Classic Rimfire scopes, they're reasonably priced for Japan made scope. Opticsplanet.com has almost every scope so a good place to start, also Nikon's rimfire, Vortex rimfires, best are Leupold, very cheap Simmons.

[bc360]

Don't know much @the this subject. This rifle is going to my kids for plinking and small. As kids are im sure it's going to get banged up. As for budget??? 200.00.

I'LL def will get the scope rings.

Thx.

[scootergmc]

I wouldn't put a scope on it. Have the kids learn to shoot the irons.

Spend the $200 on another gun.

[sholling]

I'd start the kids out with open sights for at least a year so that they can develop those skills first. But if you really want a scope on it then I wouldn't bulk up the fine lines of that rifle with a huge scope - my choice would be a $140 Weaver RV7 2.5-7x28 Rimfire or a $220 Leopold VX-1 2-7x28 Rimfire. Nikon's $150 Prostaff 3-9x40 Rimfire w/BDC is another nice choice but may be a bit big for that rifle. Whatever way you go I'd stick with rimfire scopes for that rifle.

[JackRydden224]

BSA scopes are good for the money. A good number of them as illumination as well. If anybody in your family is eye color deficient and has astigmatism at the same time (aka cannot see the front sight) then an illuminated scope is great.

[bc360]

All good points, definitely a good starting point. JackRydden224, thanks for your input. One of my kids does have astigmatism and wears glasses and I had not thought about how it would affect his shooting.

Thanks for your guys help.

[JackRydden224]

All good points, definitely a good starting point. JackRydden224, thanks for your input. One of my kids does have astigmatism and wears glasses and I had not thought about how it would affect his shooting.

Thanks for your guys help.

Where are you in SoCal? I have a BSA 3x9x40 illuminated scope I can give you for free if that will help your kids get into shooting. I'm not using it. You'll need a battery and some scope rings. Send me a PM and let me know.

PS: I agree with training with iron sights but for people with eye issues if they can't see when they first start it will lessen their interest.

[bc360]

JackRydden224, never expected your offer here. I sent you a PM.