Scope for SA Revolver

DealHunter · June 18, 2014, 08:41 AM

My Single Six Hunter model finally arrived (1 day short of a year after being ordered, apparently Ruger makes them in batches...) and since the big plus with this model is that it's "easy" to scope I'm looking for options.

I could consider a red dot (might look a bit odd) but the scope rings wouldn't work for that of course , it is machined for 3/8 tip off stuff though.

Otherwise any suggestions on a decent handgun scope that won't break the bank (not looking at $5-600+)? Is fixed power vs. adjustable better for a handgun?

If I like how it works I might stick one on my .44 SBH Hunter as well.

Any advice is welcome!

Grant D · June 18, 2014, 09:01 AM

I had a two power Leupold scope on a Smith and Wesson model 629 with 8 3/8 barrel that worked fine out to 100 yards.
Have a nice eight point on the wall to prove it!

Pahoo · June 18, 2014, 02:57 PM

If you want to use that 30MM RedDot, why not get a set of Ruger 30MM rings. I warn you that they will be pricey. I have seen 1" RedDots, but not for sometime, now. ....

I'd go with a scope and recently mounted a Bushnell 2x32, High Contrast Pistol scope. It's a pretty neat little scope and won't break your bank. ....

Good Luck and;
Be Safe !!!

mxsailor803 · June 20, 2014, 09:56 PM

If you aren't going to hunting/shooting in low light, go with a red dot. I have one on my 629 right now and does ok. I'm in need of a regular pistol scope since I like to do a good bit of early morning/late evening hunting and it can't gather enough light to be useful.

June 18, 2014, 08:41 AM	#1
DealHunter Senior Member Join Date: May 1, 2012 Posts: 225	Scope for SA Revolver My Single Six Hunter model finally arrived (1 day short of a year after being ordered, apparently Ruger makes them in batches...) and since the big plus with this model is that it's "easy" to scope I'm looking for options. I could consider a red dot (might look a bit odd) but the scope rings wouldn't work for that of course , it is machined for 3/8 tip off stuff though. Otherwise any suggestions on a decent handgun scope that won't break the bank (not looking at $5-600+)? Is fixed power vs. adjustable better for a handgun? If I like how it works I might stick one on my .44 SBH Hunter as well. Any advice is welcome!

June 18, 2014, 02:57 PM	#3
Pahoo Senior Member Join Date: February 16, 2006 Location: IOWA Posts: 8,783	Lots of options If you want to use that 30MM RedDot, why not get a set of Ruger 30MM rings. I warn you that they will be pricey. I have seen 1" RedDots, but not for sometime, now. .... I'd go with a scope and recently mounted a Bushnell 2x32, High Contrast Pistol scope. It's a pretty neat little scope and won't break your bank. .... Good Luck and; Be Safe !!! __________________ 'Fundamental truths' are easy to recognize because they are verified daily through simple observation and thus, require no testing.

June 18, 2014, 09:01 AM	#2
Grant D Senior Member Join Date: August 14, 2011 Location: Brazos County, Texas Posts: 1,038	I had a two power Leupold scope on a Smith and Wesson model 629 with 8 3/8 barrel that worked fine out to 100 yards. Have a nice eight point on the wall to prove it!

June 20, 2014, 09:56 PM	#4
mxsailor803 Senior Member Join Date: February 8, 2010 Location: SC Posts: 1,344	If you aren't going to hunting/shooting in low light, go with a red dot. I have one on my 629 right now and does ok. I'm in need of a regular pistol scope since I like to do a good bit of early morning/late evening hunting and it can't gather enough light to be useful.