Rimfire scope recommendation

TNTBMXer · Nov 27, 2015

All,

I need some advice for a rimfire scope and I know you all can help. The host is a Zastava CZ99 bolt gun. Its wood/blued and very classicly styled so I want something that is either matte or gloss and that matches the gun. Not interested in huge turrets and the like. Ideally I would like either 2-7 or 3-9 power. I had in mind to spend $100, but I could go as high as $150 if it got me a lot more scope. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

SuperMag · Nov 28, 2015

Nikon Prostaff Rimfire 3-9x40. Great scope for any 22 rifle. Huge light transfer, waterproof/fogproof, zoom, holds zero forever, online BDC calculator...the list goes on.

$129.99 on sale right now at Dick's:

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11853849

TNTBMXer · Nov 28, 2015

SuperMag said:
Nikon Prostaff Rimfire 3-9x40. Great scope for any 22 rifle. Huge light transfer, waterproof/fogproof, zoom, holds zero forever, online BDC calculator...the list goes on.

$129.99 on sale right now at Dick's:

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11853849

Do I want that one or this one?
http://m.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=61353346

kc day · Nov 28, 2015

I have a Mueller on my 10/22 and it's worked great for the 5+ years that it's been on. It is very accurate and built tough.

TNTBMXer · Nov 28, 2015

Is that the one with adjustable focal range? I heard some good things about that one too.

kc day · Nov 28, 2015

http://muelleroptics.com/mapv451440s

This is the one.

phipp13 · Nov 28, 2015

I have a BSA Sweet 22 scope on my 10/22 I shoot IR 50/50 Benchrest Matchs with. It shoots great. I bought it from Dicks. Good Luck. Phipp

Boom Boom · Nov 28, 2015

$150 right now gets you a Weaver 849431. Very nice rimfire scope for the money.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/73...e-rifle-scope-25-7x-28mm-dual-x-reticle-matte

TNTBMXer · Nov 28, 2015

How crucial is having AO? I've shot lots of rifles and lots of .22's but I honestly hadnt heard much about it's importance until I started looking into this scope purchase. My guess is this rifle will see most of it's shots from the 25-50m mark, but I do like bench shooting out to 100, 200 max.

OmaaOu · Nov 28, 2015

I've found that choosing a scope can often take a lot of trial and error. It takes time to test out what really works for your gun. But, on a limited budget, I will agree that this Nikon is a good deal. It is also a quality scope for what you want.

SuperMag said:
Nikon Prostaff Rimfire 3-9x40. Great scope for any 22 rifle. Huge light transfer, waterproof/fogproof, zoom, holds zero forever, online BDC calculator...the list goes on.

$129.99 on sale right now at Dick's:

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11853849

Boom Boom · Nov 28, 2015

TNTBMXer said:
How crucial is having AO? I've shot lots of rifles and lots of .22's but I honestly hadnt heard much about it's importance until I started looking into this scope purchase. My guess is this rifle will see most of it's shots from the 25-50m mark, but I do like bench shooting out to 100, 200 max.

AO is very useful at long range, say 300yds or more, for dialing out major parallax error. In the price range you're asking about, focus on quality glass and mechanicals, not AO. If the scope you end up with is optically or mechanically inferior, AO is pointless.

Since the Prostaff keeps coming up, keep in mind it's made in the Philippines at the same factory that makes various low-end scopes for other brands. It's not a screaming bargain for what you get. That aside, 40mm glass is overkill (and heavy) for a 22LR rifle.

If you're willing to up your budget $30, you can get a Redfield Revolution or Leupold Rifleman. Both made in USA with Leupold's lifetime warranty. Both have excellent eye relief.

Mark75H · Nov 28, 2015

phipp13 said:
I have a BSA Sweet 22 scope on my 10/22 I shoot IR 50/50 Benchrest Matchs with. It shoots great. I bought it from Dicks. Good Luck. Phipp

I second the BSA Sweet 22

Adjustable parallax is very important if you are going to shoot at different distances.

wanman75 · Nov 28, 2015

I have three of the Nikon Rimfires and me and the kids think they are great. Used on a 10-22, Ruger American, and S&W 15-22. Great glass for the money.

Hicap · Nov 28, 2015

Another vote for mueller.

Fishguy · Nov 28, 2015

TNTBMXer said:
How crucial is having AO? I've shot lots of rifles and lots of .22's but I honestly hadnt heard much about it's importance until I started looking into this scope purchase. My guess is this rifle will see most of it's shots from the 25-50m mark, but I do like bench shooting out to 100, 200 max.

Most rimfire scopes have fixed objective for 50 yards. If you going out to 100 yards or more with a 22, I think you should consider AO. It makes a difference.

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nerfherder · Nov 28, 2015

Just ordered this yesterday :

http://www.opticsplanet.com/nikon-prostaff-rimfire-4-12x40-matte-bdc-riflescope.html

Have to see if I like it or not. It's going on a CZ 455.

SRD · Nov 28, 2015

I'm going to try a Mueller in the future but I'll throw another vote for the BSA sweet 22.

PapiBarcelona · Nov 28, 2015

I got an older non turret version of this on an M&P-15 22

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005UGIMNQ?*Version*=1&*entries*=0

tomandjerry00 · Nov 29, 2015

Well rated Simmons 3-9 at Dicks now for $9.99 after $40 in rebates.

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TNTBMXer · Nov 29, 2015

Guys,
Thanks for all the great suggestions. Based on everything, I've narrowed the huge field of options down to the following:

Redfield battlezone 2-7 (about as tactical as I'll go for this rifle) $150

Weaver rimfire 2.5-7 $150

Nikon prostaff rimfire 3-9 $120

Vortex crossfire II 2-7 $115

The bsa and mueller are just a bit much for this rifle. I want to keep it in line with the classic look of the gun. Final thoughts/suggestions on these?

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