Scope options for 10/22

[Runner]

Any recomendations on a good durable scope for a standard Ruger 10/22? I have seen scopes on these before but they do not look like they wold be durable enough for more rugged conditions such as bumping or exposure to moisture.

[Vulcan]

I have a Tasco 6-24x40 (thats never been mounted) that I intend to put on a bone-stock 10/22. I know that doesnt answer your question, sorry. i'm just intrigued wondering what kind of accuracy this little match-up can produce.

To answer your question though, Anything that can handle .308 during a 300 round afternoon of shooting should work. Optics are fragile by their very nature.

I go with Leupold when I can afford them. The power is dependant on your eyesight and shooting ability. When i was younger I didnt need no stinkin' scope for a .22, but as I get older I have to choose between a clear view of the target or a clear view of the sights.

[W.E.G.]

In harsh conditions, a cheap scope will serve you no better on an inexpensive rifle than it will on an expensive rifle. The only thing you can say for cheap scopes on .22's is that the cheap scope will sometimes "last longer" on a .22 because the recoil doesn't test it.

Dropping the rifle will test it though.

Test the scope AND the mounts - which are usually pretty damn flimsy on a Ruger 10/22.

This looks like a MUCH stronger base, onto which you might mount a durable optic.
http://www.tacticalinc.com/precision-machined-replacementbrpicatinny-rail-1022-receiver-p-961.html?osCsid=c079c3a19004b00fa2ab29b3bf194ada
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd7/rkba2da/rifle%20pics/Ruger%2010-22/imagemagicphp.jpg

On a bone-stock 10/22 with scope rail, I find the EOTECH sight good for fast shots on small, non-stationary targets at relatively close range.

A 24x scope on a 10/22 is going to have VERY LIMITED practical applications.

Tactical wheelbarrow is optional.

[Vulcan]

Originally posted by W.E.G.

A 24x scope on a 10/22 is going to have VERY LIMITED practical applications.

Tactical wheelbarrow is optional.

:rofl: I was wondering what (who) I would catch with that and I'm not surprised with the results! :devil:

Practicallity is not a constant demand in life. Fuggin around once in a while for the sheer hell of it is. Where do you get your tactical wheelbarrows, Francis? I've never needed one.

[Runner]

Thanks for the replies. While the Tactical Inovations mount looks great it costs about twice as much as the rifle. Im not trying to get match grade acuracy just a durable optic.
The mount was something I really wasn't thinking about but your right. I will need to consider the entire set up mount rings and scope. I just really don't think some of the flimsey scopes I've seen on standard 10/22 would last.

[DYNOMIKE]

I bought a Leupold Scope mount and rings and could not be happier..
Very strong and MUCH better than the flimsey mount from the factory..
Rifle currently wears a VXII 3X9 But I would like a Higher X Scope for it..

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj295/DYNOMIKE_photos/P4050050.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj295/DYNOMIKE_photos/P4050049.jpg

[mj2evans]

Ditch the factory mount - it leads to using crappy rings. I am using a Sightron 6-24x40 fine dot and have been happy. Think about Burris signiture zee rings with the shims. If you add a heavy barrel to the Ruger you likely run into barrel droop and you can use shims to save a lot of the internal scope adjustment (ask why I know this...). Sure, 24x is not useful hunting but it sure is fun trying to make tiny groups.

[Hoploholic]

For the money, I like the Burris Fullfield II with adjustable objective. AO is rather important for rimfire applications. A normal fixed objective scope has paralax set at 100 yards. If all you want to shoot is 100 yards, you are golden. I find that rather limiting for a 22. The AO will allow you to adjust your paralax for the range you are shooting at.

Try this one on for size...I would prefer something with lower magnification on one end, but this is in the ballpark;

http://www.swfa.com/pc-8082-203-burris-45-14x42-fullfield-ii-rifle-scope.aspx

[mutter]

I actually put that 6 x 24 x 40 Tasco scope (Wallyworld 129.99) on my ruger 10/22 and I'm really pleased.

I leave it on 6 power as that gives the best light transmission on a 40 mm scope. It will do a ragged hole with a ten shot mag. It also has an advantage over most other cheaper scopes out their. It has 1/8 MOA adjustments as opposed to 1/4 MOA on most scopes and 1/2 adjustments on the low end Leupolds. If you target shoot or want to get really pinpoint accurate you are going to need this ability.

As far as rings go, I disagree with most of the gens here. I use high quality adjustable for windage target 22 rings. If you use cheap rings you get what you deserve.

I use the scope mount plate that came with the rifle and blue locktite to secure it. After installing the mount plate just dissamble and clean the inside of the reciever to make sure none of the Locktite is present. I also drilled a hole in the rear of the reciever so I could run a rod through rear for cleaning. You can only see it when the gun is disassembled and I don't have to worry about damaging the crown.

I also wanted an extended mag release but don't like the ones commonly sold. I wanted something that worked well, looked good, but was less conspicuous. So, I had a weird thought one day and it has worked great. I put one of those self stick feet rubber that you put on stuff so it won't scratch you table or whatever. They come in a pack of about fifty different sizes for about 2 bucks and they don't require permanent change or any kind of damage.

If you follow some others advice and by a Leupold, DO NOT buy it from wally world. Leupolds are great scopes but the scumbags at WM force them to sell them their scopes at virtually no profit. So, inorder to not lose money, Leupold puts shit glass in them.

[FALs&45s]

Originally posted by Runner
Thanks for the replies. While the Tactical Inovations mount looks great it costs about twice as much as the rifle.

that is a pic-railed replacement receiver, hence the cost

Originally posted by W.E.G.

On a bone-stock 10/22 with scope rail, I find the EOTECH sight good for fast shots on small, non-stationary targets at relatively close range.


+1

[johnnycobra]

If you want a good scope, I have three suggestions

1) minimize the # of moving parts (failure points) that means no adjustable objectives, no side focus, no tactical knobs, and no illuminated reticle

2) minimize surface area - the less crap sticks off your gun, the less likely to snag, hit, or fall on something to test its durability. Mount it as low as possible - rings depend on objective size, but med is as high as my recommendations go. Also, Leupold rifleman rings are good for the $$.

3) most importantly, buy a brand you trust. I personally only look @ USA or Japanese stuff if I can help it. I would buy European if I felt I had the money. To me, this means Weaver, Nikon, Leupold from cheapest to mostest. I realize some of these are assembled in the phillapenes or China, but for the most part are quality stuff from good parts with decent warranties.

I would buy a Bushnell Holosight (Eotech) if I wanted a red dot, or possibly the Burris red dot that looks like an aimpoint.

There are others that are exceptions, but from Weaver to Leupold, I have my $100 to $800 scopes covered and am comfortable with the money spent.

So for a 10-22
1) Weaver 4X rimfire/shotgun scope
2) Weaver 2-7x rimfire
3) Nikon Prostaff 2-7x
4) Mueller 4.5-14X40
5) Nikon Buckmaster 4.5-14X40mm
6) Leupold 2-7 or 3-9 rimfire

Red Dots
1) Bushnell Holosight
2) Burris Xtreme red dot
3) Eotech 511
4) Aimpoint M2

My 10/22's have a Weaver 4X and a Nikon Prostaff 2-7. I'd be tempted to get the weaver 2-7 again given a chance, but I don't know why LOL. Prostaff is decent.

I don't dick with the rifle that has the 4X. It just hits what you point it at! No time wasted dorking with adjustments.

If you are a benchrest person, I can't help you. Just go buy the biggest 36X telescope you can find and have fun I guess :)

[A square 10]

im running an inexpensive 'winchester' scope on a weaver mount but i boutght decent millet rings , seems to be holding up well ,

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r188/Asquare10/mikesrifles002-2.jpg

[trigrcreep]

Its not a scope but is anyone using tech sights? I have some on order for my trainer rifle.:fal:

[Hot Diggity]

You really oughto post a new thread so we can find this info later, but maybe a moderator can fix it, so you're not hijacking Runner's thread.

anyway...

You will love the tech sights. I put them on my 10/22 trainer, and they are wonderful. By flipping the old M16A1 style rear sight from one aperature to the other I can make hits from 25/50 yards with one, and 100 yards with the other.
Out to 200 yards I can reliably break clays by keeping both eyes open, covering the clay with the front sight (so it's even with the wider front sight base, and behind the sight post) open and close left eye to verify it's centered, and then say a little prayer as the bullet makes its' trip downrange. Mini Palma.

HD

[Runner]

Thanks again for the replies. Those Tech sights look interesting. I might have to see if I can dig out my old A1 sight tool.