What is the cheapest rimfire scope worth buying?

[tuoder]

I know enough to stay away from Barska and Ncstar, but I'm on a budget and I'm looking for a 4x scope. What should I get?

 

[edsinger]

I like my BSA's not bad for the money.

 

[Bigum1969]

Several folks on INGO use Mueller scopes and seem to like them.

 

[Sasquatchhunter]

I ve had good luck with Bushnells. I got the $40 one at at wally world and it seems nice enough. Just dont skimp too much on rings

 

[Bill B]

I like my BSA

 

[Andre46996]

Actually I have a Ncstar on my 10/22 and she is a tack driver you can verify that with several NWI INGO members. Would I put one on a hunting centerfire or one of my ARs?? Not on your life!!! But it works great on my 10/22!!

I have not had a loss of zero or any problems. The last time I used it was in October, I pulled it out for the NWI Spring Fling shoot and it was still dead nuts!! Jedi said it was boring to shoot it was so accurate.

I of course did not use the cheap rings that came with it, matter of fact the rings I used cost more then the scope.

I also like the BSA brand for inexpensive scopes. I have a BSA Platinum on my Sporterized Mosin Nagant and it has held up to over 200 rather warm handloads going down range. Would I put one on my 700?? NOPE..

Spend the money you save on a scope on ammo. To many guys have buttloads invested in their guns and have barely thrown any lead down range.

 

[Colt]

This Bushnell 4x32 is a great rim fire scope. At $19.95 it is a steal.

Bushnell 4x32 Sportsman Rimfire Scope Multi-X Reticle Matte w/ Rings (Clam Packed) - Natchez Shooters Supplies

 

[tuoder]

This Bushnell 4x32 is a great rim fire scope. At $19.95 it is a steal.

Bushnell 4x32 Sportsman Rimfire Scope Multi-X Reticle Matte w/ Rings (Clam Packed) - Natchez Shooters Supplies

That seems like a great price, as long as they don't stick you on shipping and handling.

 

[randyb]

I am a big fan of mueller and pentax.

 

[Srtsi4wd]

Amazon.com: Bushnell .22 Rimfire 3 - 9 x 32 Silver Riflescope , Multi-X Rimfire w/ .22 Rings: Sports & Outdoors

I have the above on my Marlin 60 SB and am totally happy with it.

Sits at 4-5x most of the time, 9x for range groups and ammo testing.

 

[tuoder]

Amazon.com: Bushnell .22 Rimfire 3 - 9 x 32 Silver Riflescope , Multi-X Rimfire w/ .22 Rings: Sports & Outdoors

I have the above on my Marlin 60 SB and am totally happy with it.

Sits at 4-5x most of the time, 9x for range groups and ammo testing.

That's another thing, I read somewhere (chuckhawks?) that most rimfire scopes sit at around at 4x most of the time, so you don't need to buy adjustable ones. Then again, as you said, 9x seems like it would be helpful out at the range.

 

[pathfinder317]

I like my BSA's not bad for the money.

and if you are looking to scope a 17 HMR , this BSA makes a "sweet 17" especially for the 17HMR round.

 

[jclark]

Simmons 22 Mag.....40 dollars at Midway.

 

[Bigum1969]

Simmons 22 Mag.....40 dollars at Midway.

Didn't you score Rifleman with that scope?

 

[jclark]

Didn't you score Rifleman with that scope?

Yes sir I did!

 

[Bigum1969]

Yes sir I did!

That's a pretty freakin' good endorsement!

 

[tuoder]

and if you are looking to scope a 17 HMR , this BSA makes a "sweet 17" especially for the 17HMR round.

.22 Long Rifle for me. What would be the difference? I thought rimfire scopes were basically the same. Does it have the hash marks on it calibrated for .17HMR (I forget what that's called [drop compensation?])?

 

[42769vette]

i would defintally go with the simmons as far as the cheapest 22 scope. i do not agree that most 22s sit on 4x. personally my 22s never see 4x. even at 50 yds i use 9x. under 50yds i dial down the power but i wouldb't use 4x until about 20 yds. (yes im in the minority on this) im one of those folks who is not happy having my crosshairs on the bull. i dont shoot until the crosshairs are in the exact (best i can tell) center of the bull. higher zoom allows me to find the exact center better

 

[slimplmbr]

I personally like my BSA. Definitely get good rings though.

 

[BloodEclipse]

Simmons 22 Mag.....40 dollars at Midway.

^^^^This!