I just bought a Ruger BX trigger and a 16.5" Volquartsen barrel for my 10/22. This is primarily going to continue my tradition of being all target rifles, but I'm thinking it might make a good squirrel hunting rifle.

I have a dirt cheap 1.5-6x scope on there right now; anyone have a suggestion for a decent (affordable) scope to go out to 100 yards? I'm currently having a hard time deciding on a budget for both this and the AR. I don't think what I have is what I want, but I'm not convinced that either one needs the Strike Eagle 5-25x56 that's on my long range rifles.

What's worked for you?

You might want to look at the Vortex Crossfire II 3 - 9 x 40 Riflescope. Fairly light, affordable ($125-$150), good clarity, and a lifetime replacement warranty. I have one on 2 different rimfire rifles (22LR and 22Mag)and have been real happy with both.

I have a Leupold 2-7 Rimfire scope for an AR-7. I am quite happy with it. I bought it two years ago for about $200.

On .22lr, I like a 4x fixed power … (Nikon)

I’ve tried 6+ and prefer 4x

I've got a Ruger 10/22 T/D Lite and one of my sons gave me a UTG 3-9X32 1" BugBuster Scope.
I didn't think it would hold up but it's been quite brilliant and held zero so far (3 years).

Here is my '76 10/22 with a Bushnell 3X-7X Custom .22 scope. Everything still works as it did 45+ years ago.









I still have the original paperwork and receipts for both the scope and 10/22. Check out those prices.

https://thearmsguide.com/16689...ope-for-ruger-10-22/

Pretty good article to read and think about.
Talks about first v. second focal plane, magnifying power, magnifying range...

But pretty much to sum things up, take a good look at the Vortex Crossfire! And you're getting a pretty good scope for a decent price!

There's also Athlon. They have a Neos 3x9 with a bdc for just over $100. A friend has one on his 10/77 and loves the thing.

Thanks guys. I just got home from Bass Pro - I ended up with a Vortex Diamondback 4-16X44 and a set of Leupold high 30mm rings. I'll see tomorrow about sighting it in, then tear everything down when my barrel and trigger arrive.

I ended up getting everything (plus a primer tray) for right around $450 otd. A wee bit more than I wanted to spend, but at least I know I'm getting what I paid for.

Congrats! Vortex makes good glass.
Sits on my best rifles (HD glass).

You and I are in agreement there. I've got Strike Eagle 5-25x56's on both of my target rifles and I love them; I just didn't think my 10/22 was worth dropping $800 (realistically closer to $900-1000 after rings and whatnot) on a scope right now.

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Originally posted by vulrath:
Thanks guys. I just got home from Bass Pro - I ended up with a Vortex Diamondback 4-16X44 and a set of Leupold high 30mm rings. I'll see tomorrow about sighting it in, then tear everything down when my barrel and trigger arrive.

I ended up getting everything (plus a primer tray) for right around $450 otd. A wee bit more than I wanted to spend, but at least I know I'm getting what I paid for.

How's the vortex working out? That exact model is on my short list for a CA Ranger 22 that I just bought. My concern is the reticle is awfully busy for a plinker. Still need to look through 1.

Other short list:
Tract 4-12x40, not available yet.
VX-Freedom 4-12x40 - More $$$

I've got a Bushnell Banner 1.5 to 5x scope (or thereabouts). It does the job just fine...but I almost wish I had gotten a fixed mag scope since I invariably dial it up to the max.

I have a Nikon Rimfire 4x on a Takedown 10/22 with the BX trigger and a Nikon Rimfire 3 x 9 on a wood stock 80s model 10/22 also with the BX trigger.

I know Nikon stopped making scopes, but their Rimfire scopes were a good deal.

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After having problems Burris, Bushnell and a few other well known names, I use Leupold exclusively. They’re clear, track well. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve got a few others I’ve bought in the past but if/when they have problems I’ll replace them with a Leupold … they have an economy line called the Rifleman. Last year or three I bought a couple of the 4-12x40 for $279, they also have a 3-9 which used to be $179 and like all Leupolds they are made in the USA and have their lifetime warranty. I’ve got a couple of the VX series for at least a couple decades with no problems. I’m not particularly hard on my scopes but I don’t baby them either.
I know most well known scopes have lifetime warranty, but that’s not really the point, when a scope goes down, it’s down until you get a replacement and if you’re at the range or planning on squirrel stew, it’s really aggravating when your scope goes down. This is just my experience, best of luck with whatever you go with.

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Originally posted by Rinehart:
I've got a Ruger 10/22 T/D Lite and one of my sons gave me a UTG 3-9X32 1" BugBuster Scope.
I didn't think it would hold up but it's been quite brilliant and held zero so far (3 years).

Mine's done well, also. I use the Warne QD rings to move this scope around on several rifles, a couple of which require high mounts.