Scopeing a .22

Hi Matt,
Normally this would be an easy Q. I have several of the Simmons .22 mag 3X9X32AO They were known as the 1022T scopes. Unfortunately they are all but gone and have been replaced with a new product line with the same name. I'm told by a vendor that the new line is compromised in quality over the old. A real shame because I found the originals to be the very best bang for the buck in terms of quality. That said, I'd opt for the Bushnell!

Rimrock
 
You can still find the older Simmons scopes if you watch the auctions. There are three 4x32, 3-9x32, and 3-9x32 A/O. The latest is identified as the New Model. Prices range from $25.00-45.00.
 
I just received a BSA Sweet 22 2-7x32 scope for my son's Crickett rifle. I opted for this one because it had target turrets with elevation trajectory compensation. Cost was $54 from Midway USA, although Cabellas carries it also. The increments on the drums are precisely calculated to compensate for the elliptical drop of a .22 bullet. It comes with three removable elevation drums calibrated for 36, 38 and 40 gr bullets. We have a lot of woodchucks and coyotes on the farm and he's been wanting to help with pest control. Once I get it zeroed at 50yds, I'll let you know how well the MOA click adjustments work and how accurate it is.
 
I have the Bushnell 3x9. Works for me. Your gun have the dovetail grooves on the receiver? I just checked in the Blue Book and the gun should have the dovetail grooves. Hence, I'll go with my suggestion. A 4x scope is just fine by the way and I have several on my 22's. The 4x scope is just about perfect for most 22's unless you are trying to shoot them in competition at long range.
 
It depends on what you want to use it for.

I bought a cheap walmart scope for like 15 bucks.
I just went out and scoped in my scope.
I can hit a 1.5 inch by 1.5 inch steel square at about 95 - 100 yards.
If you want to spend more on a scope you can, but what are you really going to use a .22 for beyond 100 - 150 yards.

Aaron
 
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