best scope for ruger 10 22

[maddoggie13]

Nikon rimfire...it is on promo with $30 off.

[ShadowX]

Is it safe to assume that no need to re-zero when put put it back after removed?

The reviews show that it re-zeros very well. I have not fired it yet since I just got it today, so I don't know for sure. I have a LaRue mount for my ACOG and I can tell you once you lock those tabs, its solid like the LaRue. You just need to be careful when you install scope to make sure you move the rings as forward as possible on the front and back rings when you mount the scope. When you reinstall scope, you should push the scope as far foward as possible in the same picatinny slots to be consistent. The recoil on the 22LR is very low so it should be very solid once its locked in place.

I just added pics on a previous post to give you an idea of how it looks mounted. I have a Mueller APT so the tube is slightly larger at 30mm, but it should be very similar to the APV once its mounted.

If you are planning to modify the 10/22 TD rifle, three other mods are a MUST in my opinion. First, get a KIDD trigger. Its the best out there. Second, get an auto bolt release (unless you want to modify the stock version). The last upgrade is to replace the bolt buffer to eliminate rattling when you're cycling your rifle.

[MotoriousRacing]

Nikon rimfire...it is on promo with $30 off.

Link please

[hpdad]

I just got a new Mueller APT from Ebay for $150. The optics are awesome and I like the tactical mil dot retical. The tube size is also larger (30mm) vs the APV (1"). I got the low profile UTG quick detach mount in 30mm size and its the perfect height. I had a previous scope with a mid mount and it was too high. To get the proper eye relief, my cheek was not touching the stock so it was awkward. Having a QD mount is awesome since I can take the scope off and still have the rifle fit the bag.

The APT is a very nice scope!! I wish it had side focus like my other Mueller scope, but its still a decent scope for the price. It is perfect combination for my 10/22. If you have a 10/22 breakdown, the best picatinny rail I found and use is from KIDD. Yes its expensive, but the color matches the silver from the 10/22 breakdown and you can see the iron sights through the middle of the rail if you don't have a scope. It Its a nice machined work of art and worth the money. There are similar black picatinny rails, but the color and quality does not match the silver 10/22's.

Thanks for adding the pics. The APV's length is exact the same as APT's. I think I'm going to get the ring you recommended.

[ShadowX]

Thanks for adding the pics. The APV's length is exact the same as APT's. I think I'm going to get the ring you recommended.

Just to be clear, I got the version shown below (its for a 30mm tube):

http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Strength-Picatinny-4-Screw-Profile/dp/B004HIJCU0/ref=sr_1_5?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1365321941&sr=1-5&keywords=utg+1%22+quick+detach+low

You should be getting this one since its for a 1" tube on the APV:

http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Strength-Picatinny-4-Screw-Profile/dp/B004HIFRYU/ref=sr_1_12?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1365322268&sr=1-12&keywords=utg+1%22+low+profile

Its slightly different than one I had shown above since it has an open section on top. I didn't see an exact similar version for the 1", but its close. The height is the same and that's the most important feature to keep the same for proper eye relief. There are 6 screw hole versions available, but I think that's overkill for a 22LR and it is heavier.

The lever did not fully close on the factory setting. However, there is an adjustment hex underneath the lever to adjust tension. I put in a little oil/grease into the area and loosen the set screw up and eventually got the lever to lock properly. Make sure you use thread locker when you are done to keep the setting from shifting once you have the proper setting.

[.40CALIbear]

The short answer is no. Anything sticking past the face of the TD by a few inches would not fit in the bag. You have to remove the scope to fit into the bag and you can use the other pockets to hold your scope.

Get the low profile UTG quick mount from Amazon. I found the low profile to be the most comfortable with perfect eye alignment. The mid and standard rail for AR rifles are too high and your cheek does not rest on the stock so it is not a comfortable and stable way control the rifle. When you want to carry, just pull the levers and the scope comes off for easy storage.

http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Strength-P...ick+scope+1%22

Thanks for the link on those rings. They look like they will work with my nikon rimfire 3-9x40. Hopefully I still have enough clearance for a set of flip ups dust caps. Plus the price isn't bad either.

[ShadowX]

Thanks for the link on those rings. They look like they will work with my nikon rimfire 3-9x40. Hopefully I still have enough clearance for a set of flip ups dust caps. Plus the price isn't bad either.

The clearance for my scope is roughly .500 inches from the front objective to the barrel of the rifle using the low profile. The objective size is 40 mm for my scope also.

There is a mid profile scope mount available. The scope is measured by the "saddle height" which is basically from the bottom of the mount to the lowest part of the scope ring. For the low profile, the saddle height is 10mm (.394 inches). For the mid mount, the saddle height is 15mm (.590 inches). The bottom of the scope objective to the barrel would be an additional .196 higher than my measurement if I had the mid profile mount. It would be roughly .696 inches high.

If you measure how much clearance from the bottom of your scope objective you need to open close the cap, you can get a really good idea of which mount would work for you. Keep in mind, I have a KIDD low scope base picatinny rail, so it might be a little higher than other rails. You can see the specs for the rail below. When I measured the top of the 10/22 mounting surface to the top of the rail, it is roughly .312 inches high. If your rail is thinner, you may have to do a little math and figure out what will work best for you.

http://www.coolguyguns.com/Scope-Base-Ruger-1022_p_19.html

[m98]

I would advise against the nikon 223 scope. It is supposively problematic with the turrets not holding zero. For the much money go vortex or go super cheap like the centerpoints.

[me109g4]

Last 10/22 i used Weaver grand slam bases with low grand slam rings, for a scope i used a Weaver K4 60B with post and crosshairs. I am a big fan of the old Weaver scopes, they are rugged with excellent glass and can be found cheaply.

[rogervzv]

I would advise against the nikon 223 scope. It is supposively problematic with the turrets not holding zero. For the much money go vortex or go super cheap like the centerpoints.

I never heard this and I never experienced it. The Nikons are excellent intermediate-level scopes, in the $100-$200 range. I have found that cheap scopes provide cheap results. Quality is always better. Nikons, Redfields, Leupolds, Weavers are all generally good scopes and within a given price range will all give good service on a 10 22.

Personally I like to buy rifle scopes for my 10 22 which are designed to also function on a bigger rifle such as a .223. That way I can move the scope to such a rifle if I need or want to. Just sayin' ...

[Mp5marley]

gosh, my
10/22 is only worth $100 any cheaper scopes that work? just using for for paper zombie targets so I ain't worried.

[me109g4]

Well the Weaver scope cost me $40,, the bases were $10 and the rings were $18,, it doesnt get much cheaper than that, and the Weaver is a quality scope, its actually all metal and glass.

[Yoteman]

gosh, my
10/22 is only worth $100 any cheaper scopes that work? just using for for paper zombie targets so I ain't worried.

You 1022 is worth more than that for parts!

[me109g4]

give you $110 for it,,,,,

[m98]

I never heard this and I never experienced it. The Nikons are excellent intermediate-level scopes, in the $100-$200 range. I have found that cheap scopes provide cheap results. Quality is always better. Nikons, Redfields, Leupolds, Weavers are all generally good scopes and within a given price range will all give good service on a 10 22.

Personally I like to buy rifle scopes for my 10 22 which are designed to also function on a bigger rifle such as a .223. That way I can move the scope to such a rifle if I need or want ito. Just sayin' ...

Except for this version nikon. Other versions are gtg. The centerpoints are cheap but does well for the price