Optics for 10/22 TD

[Darkemp]

Ok, wanted to get some opinions on setups some of you might have, looking to setup my 10/22 TD with a QD scope. What mounts and what optics are you using? Looking to stay more with scope versus red dot on this one.

 

[Indiana Jones]

Ok, wanted to get some opinions on setups some of you might have, looking to setup my 10/22 TD with a QD scope. What mounts and what optics are you using? Looking to stay more with scope versus red dot on this one.

I'm not sure what mounts to use, but I believe Nikon has a few offerings for .22lr rifles and they have very fair prices.

 

[HT4]

I used a Leupold 1.25-4x Mark AR because I already had it, its super durable for the application and it generally fit the bill. I don't remember the ring brand (again, it was what I already had). I am pretty happy with the setup.

One thing to remember is that the rail that comes with the gun is weaver, not picatinny, so replace the rail or get the appropriate rings. I replaced the rail with the TacSol picatinny unit which has a lightening cut down the center that allows use of the iron sights with the rail still attached.

 

[Half-cocked]

I have a fixed-power Nikon 4x32 on my Henry .22, it's fantastic. Look through a Simmons and the Nikon side-by-side, and the Nikon is FAR sharper and brighter. Yes, it cost about $50 more than the Simmons, but BFD. That's going to work out to less than $1/year over the life of this setup.

 

[Indiana Jones]

I used a Leupold 1.25-4x Mark AR because I already had it, its super durable for the application and it generally fit the bill. I don't remember the ring brand (again, it was what I already had). I am pretty happy with the setup.

One thing to remember is that the rail that comes with the gun is weaver, not picatinny, so replace the rail or get the appropriate rings. I replaced the rail with the TacSol picatinny unit which has a lightening cut down the center that allows use of the iron sights with the rail still attached.

That's awesome! Does it cycle well suppressed?

 

[vin]

My only QD optic mount is for the Aimpoint on my AR, it's on an American Defense mount, it's awesome. They ain't cheap, but mine has proven repeatable and I'm very happy with it. And for going QD, especially for a takedown rig, I would buy quality.

Here is the link to their scope mounts. http://www.americandefensemanufacturing.com/browse/category/opticmounts/scopemounts/

Won't go wrong with AD or Larue. Buy once, cry once.

 

[Darkemp]

I was thinking about the Leupold quick release base and rings, anyone have any experience with those?

 

[HT4]

That's awesome! Does it cycle well suppressed?

Thanks. No problems with operation at all... But there isn't much left stock on the inside.

 

[erwos]

I was thinking about the Leupold quick release base and rings, anyone have any experience with those?

I have them, and use them with my PA 3-9x scope on my Mossberg MVP. They work good, provided you use them as the instructions tell you to. They are designed for Weaver rails, too.

As for an optic for the 10/22, a couple choices I would consider:
1. Nikon 3-9x Prostaff Rimfire w/ BDC 150 reticle. Not cheap (~$150), but this should get you as far as the 10/22 is likely to get you.
2. Primary Arms 3-9x: I'm transitioning off of this, but it's a pretty nice scope for the money ($80). I just don't have the time to learn to use a mil-style reticle correctly, and I want more magnification for my MVP (5.56x45).
3. Nikon 4x Prostaff Rimfire: middle ground. Fast to use, not too expensive, simple reticle.

My current .22LR rifle has a reflex sight on it, but it's basically just a short-range blaster (25-50yds).

 

[hvymax]

The optic possabilities are as endless as the build options. I have an 8-24x with offset irons. I am considering an offset cowitness RDS to go with it. I set it up to match my 30-06 with a 10-40x and offset irons and also possibly a cowitness RDS.