10/22 for squirrel hunting - Optics question

XD45ACP · Oct 23, 2013

I have a 10/22 I plan to turn into a squirrel killing machine. I'm pretty sure it will get a Houge stock, probably keep the factory barrel, and definitely some upgraded trigger parts (I'm currently thinking VQ sear, hammer, and bolt release). Where I could use some advice is mounts/optics. I know I want an adjustable scope that will take some rough treatment and remain zeroed. I can't decide on what range of magnification to get. I've been using a cheap 2-7 on a different 10/22 which has done the job, but I want something a little higher quality for this build. I've been considering something in the 3-9 range because I like zoom in and make good head shots, but I'm open to suggestions. I'd like to keep the scope under $250. Also, I need suggestions on a good set of mounts/rings would be appreciated.

What do you use on your squirrel rifles?

JR1572 · Oct 23, 2013

My squirrel gun has a Leupold Rimefire Special 2x7 with the fine duplex reticle. It's about 20 years old and I have no complaints. IIRC it was under $250, but that was back in 1993...

JR1572

Pas Tout La · Oct 23, 2013

Just for the Hell of it. You can shoot a flea off of his sack! :mamoru:

Seriously though, I would sell the 10/22 and buy a Marlin Model 60 and say to Hell with the scope. I'll outshoot my scoped 10/22 all day long with iron sites on my Marlin.

3fifty7 · Oct 23, 2013

3X9X50 Nikon with Burris Signature rings.

welco425 · Oct 23, 2013

Make sure you buy a rimfire scope or one with an adjustable parallax.

tangiltows · Oct 24, 2013

have 3 mueller 4.5 - 14 MPV's on a cz 452 lux, a savage bvss 22 me thinks, and on a savage 22 hornet single shot. all are very clear repeatable scopes w/ parallax adjustment down to 15 yds me thinks. their warranty is one of the best in the business, if you ever need it. we have not. buy w/ confidence. think we paid around $150 a copy several years ago. hope this helps, laura&vic

jmckenzie · Oct 24, 2013

I have a nikon prostaff rimfire with bdc and I love it. For about 150 you can't beat it. I also used dnz one piece mounts.

1funvet · Oct 25, 2013

tangiltows said:
have 3 mueller 4.5 - 14 MPV's on a cz 452 lux, a savage bvss 22 me thinks, and on a savage 22 hornet single shot. all are very clear repeatable scopes w/ parallax adjustment down to 15 yds me thinks. their warranty is one of the best in the business, if you ever need it. we have not. buy w/ confidence. think we paid around $150 a copy several years ago. hope this helps, laura&vic

I have the same scope.Great scope for the price.

ditto1958 · Nov 1, 2013

jmckenzie said:
I have a nikon prostaff rimfire with bdc and I love it. For about 150 you can't beat it. I also used dnz one piece mounts.

That's what I'd try, too. Sure, you can spend more on a Leupold, but Nikon makes darn good optics.

Blue295 · Nov 2, 2013

Have a Weaver K4 on mine. Thousands of rounds, both hunting and plinking, and it is still going strong. Simple, clear and holds zero.

dsonyay · Nov 2, 2013

I had a Leapers 3-9 Bug Buster. It was phenomenal.. It had an AO as well. Cost me under 100 and is well worth it. It turned my 40 yr old Marlin 60 into a whole new gun.

Will focus down to about 10 yards

XD45ACP · Nov 13, 2013

Thanks for all the input. I decided to go with the nikon prostaff rimfire with bdc and it looks really good! Now I just need a set of mounts...

Emperor · Nov 13, 2013

XD45ACP said:
Thanks for all the input. I decided to go with the nikon prostaff rimfire with bdc and it looks really good! Now I just need a set of mounts...

What good is a BDC for squirrel hunting? :confused:

XD45ACP · Nov 13, 2013

I don't think the BDC will be useful by any means for squirrel hunting, but I found it on sale, so I decided to get it.

LA toolman · Nov 13, 2013

Where did you find a sale?
I'm thinking of getting one of these also for a 10/22.
I think it was 149 at Academy last week.
What type of mounts did you get.

XD45ACP · Nov 14, 2013

LA toolman said:
Where did you find a sale?
I'm thinking of getting one of these also for a 10/22.
I think it was 149 at Academy last week.
What type of mounts did you get.

I got it from Dick's sporting goods online. It was on sale for 119, and I had a 10% off code with free shipping so it came out to just under 110. I looked on the website to give you the link, but it looks like its not there anymore.

I haven't picked a set of mounts yet.

Royst · Dec 10, 2013

I've got a 30 yr old cheap Tasco World Class 3x9x40 on my stock 10/22 and it is a tack driver.

Doug76 · Dec 19, 2013

My scope is the 4x32 Nikon Prostaff Rimfire, and I've never seen a need for a variable scope on a .22 to hunt tree rats. 4x has always been more than good enough.
And my rifle is the 10/22, with a Hogue stock upgrade. I don't change triggers, I learn the quirks of the one on the gun. In this case, it's not bad.

Hillbillyjim · Dec 19, 2013

Second the MPV's Love parallax adjustment its the best way to go.

dwhess504 · Dec 19, 2013

A Short dot is the best way to go. I recommend this one

http://www.opticsplanet.com/schmidt-bender-1-8x24-police-marksman-short-dot-riflescope.html

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