March 28, 2006, 10:57 AM | #1 |
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Scopeing a .22
Hello,
I just inherited a Win. Model 190 .22cal from my grandfather, and would like to put a scope on it and was wondering of the following scope options, which is the best. http://www.simmonsoptics.com/Riflescopes_22Mag.htm http://www.bushnell.com/products/rif...cs/76-2239.cfm Thanks, Matt Last edited by isa268; March 28, 2006 at 03:52 PM. |
March 28, 2006, 05:02 PM | #2 |
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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 |
March 29, 2006, 03:35 PM | #3 |
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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.
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April 1, 2006, 08:20 PM | #4 |
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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.
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April 1, 2006, 08:28 PM | #5 |
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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.
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April 2, 2006, 10:34 PM | #6 |
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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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