scope suggestions

[BETH]

since i have a new Marlin coming (thanks to Bob) have to deck this baby out with a scope-suggestions???????????

[Bobitis]

First of all, .22s are not long range firearms.
My understanding is, if you sight them in at 35ish yards, the trajectory will be that same at 100 yds.

If you want to scope it, look for one made for a pellet rifle.
I know it sounds wierd, but the kick from a pellet rifle is hell on scopes.
And .22s are hell on scopes for some reason. It's a perfect match.

And since you're only shooting short distances (for the most part), you don't need/want some over powered 10-12x 40mm scope. 4x is just about right.

Shoot subsonic ammo only, but that's an entirely different thread.

If you thought you had questions before, you're just getting started.

[22shot]

Beth

Don't know it your Marlin is a bolt action or auto; to me that would make a difference (quick follow up shot or racking another round.)

I have a Marlin #60 auto and it is equiped with a Weaver R-22 Aim Point that they made to clamp unto the grove.
No magnification or batteries; just a red dot on the target. For an auto; that's all you need.
Not familiar what is similar and availible today Check Ebay?

If it's a bolt action; I'd go for a scope; more precise aim; and if you need a second shot; well, you need to practice.

Whatever you settle on; stay away from those 7/8" dia. scopes!

[BETH]

its a xmas present i don't know?

[22shot]

Sneek a peek.

[johnlives4christ]

i believe it is a model 60 semiautomatic

for a scope
http://cgi.ebay.com/4x32-simmons-bla...item3363850b31
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-SIMMONS-BLAZ...item53e545fcb4

i would get one of these. simple, rugged, inexpensive, and good warranty if you ever have problems.

i had a simmons aetec for a while, had to send it back to the factory because it has some particles inside. was fast service

[BETH]

what do u mean

[BETH]

i shoot 100 yds the max, scope for pellet gun?

[22shot]

Originally Posted by BETH

what do u mean

Nothing offensive

I didn't know you already knew

The new Simmons looks good; no little lens.

[K75RT]

Beth,
Gun-Test Magazine did a test of four affordable rimfire scopes...all under $50..
They are the BSA 22 Special 4X32mm, received an F rating;
Simmons 22Mag 3-9X32mm, received a B rating;
Tasco .22 3-9X32mm, received a C rating
and TruGlo 4X32 received an F rating.

[BETH]

they told me it was a marlin 60 thats all

[BETH]

meaning b rating better than f?

[K75RT]

Yup, just like in school

[Zane71464]

Beth, your Marlin Model 60 is a semi-auto and is tube fed. It holds I believe 14-15 rounds of 22lr's. The Simmons 22 MAG 3-9x32 is a decent scope for the price. Right now is a good time to be buying/looking for a scope as ive seen different places have them on sale. You might log onto Midwayusa.com and see what they might have on sale. Natchezess is another place you might look for scopes on sale. All said though, one can get a pretty good scope for far under $100 for a .22 Rifle.

[BETH]

ok thanks, tube fed, here i go learning again never did a tube fed

[Zane71464]

Beth, I have a Tasco 3-9x40mm that I bought new a few years ago and never had any need for it. It might make for a good "starter" scope for your new Marlin Model 60. If you would like, it's yours...it's a "like new" scope! If your interested, pm me.

[dugasgunner]

Just make sure it's a rimfire scope so the parallax is set to 50yds and that it has a 1 inche tube. Simmon's .22mag are very good for the price. I have one 3x9x32 on a .22 semi auto. If i had to do it again ill take the AO version of the .22mag. The tasco offered to you would be ok to if the parallax is set to 50yds. Good luck in your purchase.

[Snakedriver]

Originally Posted by Zane71464

Beth, your Marlin Model 60 is a semi-auto and is tube fed. It holds I believe 14-15 rounds of 22lr's. The Simmons 22 MAG 3-9x32 is a decent scope for the price. Right now is a good time to be buying/looking for a scope as ive seen different places have them on sale. You might log onto Midwayusa.com and see what they might have on sale. Natchezess is another place you might look for scopes on sale. All said though, one can get a pretty good scope for far under $100 for a .22 Rifle.

Like Zane says, my wife and I have the Simmons 3 X 9 X 32 .22 Mag. Scopes with A.O. on both of our 10/22's and they do a fine job. Very precise and clear scopes.

I think Natchez has them on sale or with Rebate for around $39 until December 31st. You can't go wrong with that deal.

[BETH]

what does AO version mean?

[woolleyworm]

A.O. refers to an adjustable objective rather than fixed.

[woolleyworm]

Depending on your budget, I'd look for a Bushnell Banner series. They can be found for under $70, everyonce in awhile I'll see them sold for $45-50 on Fleeeee Bay. A simple 4x32 would be plenty enough for 100yds.

[Snakedriver]

Originally Posted by woolleyworm

A.O. refers to an adjustable objective rather than fixed.

Beth, this A.O. feature allows you the user to adjust the parallax for the distance you are shooting at. I think the Simmons goes from 10 yards to 150 yards. This feature makes the scope more accurate by removing the parallax effect that occurs in scopes that have a fixed objective lens.

[todd51]

Good advice on the AO feature and one I think you should put in the must have category. No argument with the 4x or 6x being enough for 100 yards but the extra magnification has one advantage I like and that is I can see my bullet holes in the paper with out having to go to a spotting scope. Higher power scopes for .22's or air rifles are available in the same price range and I wind up picking them over the fixed power. They won't result in necessarily in better shooting but I find them nice to have.

Here is a Tasco 3x9-32mm air rifle scope (Mod.#GA3932AGD) I mounted on my Marlin 60. Cost $46.00 at Optics Planet. More bells and whistles than I need but lots of fun any way.

[BETH]

ok that's something to think about

[Bobitis]

Beth, I would take up Zane on his offer (Very kind of him). Just make sure you get the right rings so the front lense clears the barrel. 40mm is 1-1/2" diameter which is pretty big for a .22. You should have a nice big viewing area though. Make sure the rings are for a 3/8" dovetail mount.

Tube fed means there's tube under the barrel that holds the ammo. There's a cap at the barrel end that unscrews, and you load the ammo in 'primer' first. Load up the tube, screw the cap back on, and fire away.

.22s are so fun and easy to shoot, that you amy want to consider one of these. You can load it at home and take it with you. "Warning", this will make you go through a lot of ammo in a short period of time. But ammo is cheap!

http://www.spee-d-loader.net/home

I have one tube fed rifle, and two loaders.