Choosing a scope
- Thread starter bdplumbing
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FatCatsDad
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It's less than 1/10th the cost of the Tangent Theta.
It's less than the cost of a decent rimfire rifle.
It has all the features of the Tangent Theta.
There are no "good quality scopes" below $680.
FatCatsDad
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
It might be best to find out what 22 rifle he has.
He is new to the forum and this post might be more home in the rimfire section rather than precision shooting.
It would be silly to recommend a $700 "budget" scope for a Cooey 60 with a side mount.
We are in the 'practical precision shooting' subforum, I have to assume that context applies.
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- Nova Scotia
Why not ask him.
One doesn't ask about 600+ yard range and good quality scope. Is worrying about scoping a Cooey 60.
If the OP is just entering the world of .22 precission and is looking to expriment with a budget scope, there are quite a few options. My first reconmendation is 1. BSA Sweet 22 3-9x40. It is not the best scope BUT it does have the BDC (bullistic drop compensator) which is fun to use and pragmatic depending on the type of shooting/competition. Bought one from Frontier for $70.
2. Tasco WorldClass 6-18x50. Tasco is now owned by Bushnell and the quality of the scope is not too bad. It is a beefy solid scope which provides a decent amount of light despite the 1" tube. Not many of the cheaper scopes are true 18 magnificaiton but the WorldClass comes damn close so bravo to Tasco/Bushnell for achieving that for such an affordable price. I bought mine for $126.
3. For .22 precission, you do not need more than 18x magnification but lets say you want more just because... You might want to eventually use the scope on other firearms/ other calibers, attempt longer distances, you're a little older and your eyes are not what they use to be... for whatever the reason you just want higher magnification but you also want a quality scope that can take the abuse. My top choice for a budget scope is the Riton 6-24x50 conquer x1. If you can find one with the x3 reticle, even better. Riton is made in the USA by veterans. These are fantastic scopes for the price. I bought mine with the x3 reticle to put on a DMR build for $260. Now compare that to Riton's 5-25X50 conquest x5 for $1200. I bought the x5 to use on my MDT PRS build and although the x5 edges out the x1 with a 30mm tube and better reticle, it is not by much... definitely not a $940 difference and especially for a .22. I would have no problem switching out my x5 with my x1 on PRS.
Those are my recommendations but YMMV.
2. Tasco WorldClass 6-18x50. Tasco is now owned by Bushnell and the quality of the scope is not too bad. It is a beefy solid scope which provides a decent amount of light despite the 1" tube. Not many of the cheaper scopes are true 18 magnificaiton but the WorldClass comes damn close so bravo to Tasco/Bushnell for achieving that for such an affordable price. I bought mine for $126.
3. For .22 precission, you do not need more than 18x magnification but lets say you want more just because... You might want to eventually use the scope on other firearms/ other calibers, attempt longer distances, you're a little older and your eyes are not what they use to be... for whatever the reason you just want higher magnification but you also want a quality scope that can take the abuse. My top choice for a budget scope is the Riton 6-24x50 conquer x1. If you can find one with the x3 reticle, even better. Riton is made in the USA by veterans. These are fantastic scopes for the price. I bought mine with the x3 reticle to put on a DMR build for $260. Now compare that to Riton's 5-25X50 conquest x5 for $1200. I bought the x5 to use on my MDT PRS build and although the x5 edges out the x1 with a 30mm tube and better reticle, it is not by much... definitely not a $940 difference and especially for a .22. I would have no problem switching out my x5 with my x1 on PRS.
Those are my recommendations but YMMV.
FatCatsDad
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
OP is lacking info, it make no mention of shooting 600+ yards with a .22 or good quality scope...
The 600 yard question could also pertain to his 308 and 30-06 post.
His only criteria is budget friendly.
Still don't know if he posted the question in the correct sub forum.
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- Nova Scotia
I run a older jap tasco 8-32x44..Can get dark and grainy after 20x.
I see alot of sightron used at the range.
DerScharfSchutze
Regular
Ruger Precision with a few accessories, loaded with Aguila Super Extra High Velocity (40gr).
Keep in mind that there are many factors that affect the ballistics, especially when outdoors. Sub-MOA @200yrds (~2 Inches) is with optimal conditions, no wind, etc. We are talking about up to 50" drop @200 yards. The parallax on the scope, also helps.
Also, a clean barrel goes a long way when you are pushing the limits. Even after 50 rounds I can see the groups getting wider
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- Nova Scotia
Any photos of said group? I guess it's sometimes it can, but not all the time.
DerScharfSchutze
Regular
Yes, absolutely, I will take a photo of my target tonight, and post it later.
Also, Yes, 200 yards is possible, but not every group will be tight (Sub-MOA).
Thanks for replying! If I were you I’d be trying to aquire more of that lot number of ammo. I own a few higher end rimfires with very top tier optics and it takes a great rifle and lot number to shoot moa at distance. The best I’ve managed is a 1/3 IPSC target with a flasher on it, 9 out of ten at 425 yards with lots of witnesses. Sometimes things align
DerScharfSchutze
Regular
I thought I would post a couple of photos of my targets.
The first is with my 22LR @200 Yrds using Aguila Super Extra 40gr. I fired 4 groups of 5, but was only able to get one of those groups under 1 MOA.
The second is with a .223 Mossberg, I borrowed from the ORA (Range Day). It's at 400 Yrds using handloaded rounds. I fired 8 groups of 5 and was able to get 1 or 2 groups on the card. The playing card is 3" x 5". It was a great day, highly recommend to anyone who is interested in long range shooting, learned a ton.
The first is with my 22LR @200 Yrds using Aguila Super Extra 40gr. I fired 4 groups of 5, but was only able to get one of those groups under 1 MOA.
The second is with a .223 Mossberg, I borrowed from the ORA (Range Day). It's at 400 Yrds using handloaded rounds. I fired 8 groups of 5 and was able to get 1 or 2 groups on the card. The playing card is 3" x 5". It was a great day, highly recommend to anyone who is interested in long range shooting, learned a ton.
