22LR on 77/22 for under $300

[BigT82]

Looking for suggestions on optics for a Ruger 77/22. NOT doing any competitions. Plinking and varmint elimination. Need to have parallax adjustable to visibility down to 15ish yards. I'm fine with a fixed power. I've had the Primary Arms 6x 22lr. LOVED the reticle. Scope/glass/eye relief was lacking. I'm currently using a Hawke. Works well but not scratching the "itch" all the way. I DO NOT want a simple duplex. I would love something with a separated center dot or x/+ for a finite aiming point. Finally, keeping the price under $300.

Love to hear all your thoughts and suggestions. Thanks!

 

[jfk69]

The mildot version of this. It’s $189 at the Amazon link. Can maybe find it cheaper elsewhere.

Amazon.com : Athlon Optics, Talos, Riflescope, 3-12 x 40 Second Focal Plane (SFP) 1" Tube, Illuminated BDC 600 Reticle, Black : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Athlon Optics, Talos, Riflescope, 3-12 x 40 Second Focal Plane (SFP) 1" Tube, Illuminated BDC 600 Reticle, Black : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

 

[huntsman22]

 

[Kyguy]

The new Burris Fullfield 3-12 might fill your need. Its not a separate dot in the center but the BDC is similar to the Primary 6x.

 

[BLJ]

Athlon Argos 2-12 has a floating dot. I’ve had multiples and they’ve been solid. Usually a little over $300 but might find a sale around now. I recommend @gr8fuldoug.

Just bought 2 Arken EPL 4-16 for right at $300 with the code. We’ll see about those.

 

[huntsman22]

I've never had one fall over from being 'top heavy'. But then, I always have a hand on it if I'm shooting. Keep on inventing imaginary problems, you seem to be good at it....

 

[loganwayne]

I'm a big fan of the burris 3x9 rimfire scope have 5 or 6 of them now

 

[Loper]

The mildot version of this. It’s $189 at the Amazon link. Can maybe find it cheaper elsewhere.

Amazon.com : Athlon Optics, Talos, Riflescope, 3-12 x 40 Second Focal Plane (SFP) 1" Tube, Illuminated BDC 600 Reticle, Black : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Athlon Optics, Talos, Riflescope, 3-12 x 40 Second Focal Plane (SFP) 1" Tube, Illuminated BDC 600 Reticle, Black : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

I second this. I have one on my 22lr rifle and it has been great.

 

[Jamie930]

Swampfox is have a sale this weekend

Patriot FFP Precision Rifle Scope | Swampfox Optics

Enhance your targeting with the Patriot Precision Riflescope, featuring a 30mm tube, FFP Sharpshooter grid reticle in MOA/MIL, and high-performance optics for clear, precise shooting.

www.swampfoxoptics.com

Under $300 for FFP in mil or moa with the tree reticle 4-16x44 or 6-24x50.

If you are mil or Leo they have discount on top but it takes a few days to get approved

 

[glennjones]

The EPL series of arkens is a good choice in your price range I prefer the 4-16 version.

 

[jdl25]

I'm a big fan of the burris 3x9 rimfire scope have 5 or 6 of them now

How does this Burris (assuming droptine) stack up to the Leupold rimfire vx freedom which cost twice as much? Granted the Leupy is made in the USA, I believe the Burris is made in the Philippines? I am shopping for a 22lr scope so this topic is right on time.

Thanks

 

[peaches]

How does this Burris (assuming droptine) stack up to the Leupold rimfire vx freedom which cost twice as much? Granted the Leupy is made in the USA, I believe the Burris is made in the Philippines? I am shopping for a 22lr scope so this topic is right on time.

Thanks

I have both. I like the Burris better. Better glass and the reticle is very usable. Set at 6x with subsonic ammo, I zero at 50 yds and the 1st and 2nd hash marks hit at 75 and 100 yds. I do wish the reticle was a little thinner.

I'm kind of interested in that Athlon Talus personally, just for the lighted reticle and squirrel hunting.

 

[loganwayne]

How does this Burris (assuming droptine) stack up to the Leupold rimfire vx freedom which cost twice as much? Granted the Leupy is made in the USA, I believe the Burris is made in the Philippines? I am shopping for a 22lr scope so this topic is right on time.

Thanks

Same as above. I've tried leupold, Crimson trace, nikon and several others.

I think the burris is the best 3x9 .22 scope out there right now.
I agree the reticle is a little thick but for a .22 it is fine the drops work well if you can pick and use the same ammo. Ive beat the crap out of one bouncing around in my truck and its never lost zero.

Only place I can find them is Amazon. I bought 3 extras because I like .22s....

 

[jdl25]

I looked at the Leupold in a retail store yesterday and the fit and finish looked a little below what I am use to seeing with a Leupold scope. It was the engraving on the gold ring and the way the gold ring fit in the objective bell that stands out in my mind. I realize that is cosmetic. Of course in a store it looked fine. The power ring was smooth. What was not a cosmetic concern were the dials. The dials were mushy just like I have read. I realize it is probably not something you would adjust often but it doesn't instill confidence.

Are you guys serious though that the $130 Burris will beat the Leupold hands down? I am about to buy one just to see what it is like at that price.

Thank you all for reading and helping me out.

 

[Kyguy]

I had a couple of VX Freedom 3-9's on a muzzleloader and a .350 Legend. They're gone. I've got Burris Droptine 3-9's on 6 different rifles with three extra's up in the closet. To me, the ONLY thing the Freedom has going for it is that the magnification ring is much easier to turn... but it's not twice the price plus some easier to turn. LOL. I just buy the centerfire ones even for rimfire hunting rifles. The advantage of 100 yd parallax when I shoot longer range targets offsets the advantage of 50 yd parallax for close range. None of them are on target rifles, and if I miss a squirrel at 25 yds, it ain't because of the parallax.

 

[jdl25]

I had a couple of VX Freedom 3-9's on a muzzleloader and a .350 Legend. They're gone. I've got Burris Droptine 3-9's on 6 different rifles with three extra's up in the closet. To me, the ONLY thing the Freedom has going for it is that the magnification ring is much easier to turn... but it's not twice the price plus some easier to turn. LOL. I just buy the centerfire ones even for rimfire hunting rifles. The advantage of 100 yd parallax when I shoot longer range targets offsets the advantage of 50 yd parallax for close range. None of them are on target rifles, and if I miss a squirrel at 25 yds, it ain't because of the parallax.

Interesting, so when you shoot at a 25 yard target does the 100 parallax cause the sight picture to be blurry? This will be a range gun, probably never hunted with on a 10/22.

 

[Kyguy]

It blurs a little but not enough to where I blame it for not hitting a target. Remember, I said rimfire hunting. Now, if you're going to be obsessed with tiny groups on paper or steel, then you need adjustable parallax. You can get the Droptine in a 4.5-14 with adjustable objective. My paper puncher .22 currently has a Vortex Diamondback Tactical 4-16 on it.

 

[jdl25]

It is an off the rack 10/22. I have very reasonable expectations. But I think I would lean towards the 50 yard parallax for this situation.

 

[Kyguy]

Probably a good call for yourself

 

[jdl25]

Just how tight is the power ring? Seems to be a popular complaint with the Burris Droptine.