Ruger 10/22 Scope and Rings Question

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Hello:

I've got a Deluxe 10/22 and I want to mount a scope. I'm looking at the Nikon Prostaff Rimfire BDC 150. I'm looking also at the Burris Signature Zee Rings.

My question is, will the scope mounting plate that came with the Ruger be accepting of these rings or will I need to purchase another plate? Also, since this is a 40mm objective lens will I be able to get away with the medium rings or will I have to go to the high ones so that I'm not hitting or rubbing the rear dovetail barrel sights: I'd like to keep that piece in place.

Thanks. I appreciate any insight. And if you have any suggestions other than the Nikon glass or the Burris rings I'm looking at, I'd welcome that.
 
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Same set up your asking about works perfect.
 
Thanks Skoal:

So you did not have to remove your rear iron sights for your Nikon's objective lens to fit nicely above them?

And just to confirm, are those the medium sized Burris Zee rings?
 
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To be honest I dont have a factory barrel but im pretty sure I mounted the scope before a switched barrels you should be ok you just wont beable to flip the rear sight up

Edit: yes their mediums
 
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if your 10/22 is an older on you will need a new scope base. The older ones just came with a 3/8" tip off base but the newer ones accept weaver rings and 3/8ths. If you need to buy a new one its a weaver t09 i believe.
 
Hello Savagelh:

My Deluxe Ruger was new stock last year so I might then be alright regarding its standard issued base.

Thanks
 
The rings will fit on a standard Ruger 10/22 base. Medium height should work fine.

The Nikon scope is a great little scope but you should know that the 150 yard bdc on it is set for high velocity .22 LR (1600 fps if I remember right). So if you're using CCI Stingers it will work great. Actually it will work fine with any .22 LR ammo, you just need to figure it out for different ammo.
 
Hello Ditchtwicker:

Thanks. I'll be using CCI Mini-Mag .22lr in 40 grain. They have a velocity rated at 1235 fps.

If I were to look at another scope in this price range or less, do you have any suggestions?
 
In that price range, that Nikon scope is great. I was considering that but went with the Vortex Diamondback 2-7x35 RF instead. It's a very bright scope although the eye relief could be better. I would have been just as happy with the Nikon though.
 
Vortex is the next best in the price range, but I still think the nikon is a better scope I like mine so much ive slowly been replacing my other scopes on my .22's for nikons.
 
I love Vortex. Absolutely right the the eye relief is short on their entry models, but in a rimfire, I don't care. You just cannot beat their VIP warranty and they have a GOOD option for every price point and application.
 
I can't tell but if you have an original barrel that is tapered you will more than likely have the same problem I did which is the barrel V-block that attaches it to the receiver tilts the barrel in a downward angle this limits your ability for the upward and downward adjustment in your scope I know two people who returned their scopes thinking there wasn't enough in adjustment in them. There is a part you can buy which changes the tilt in your Barrel to make it easier to adjust. It's two socket head screws and a new little V-block very inexpensive but it will save you a world of problems. And as far as your mounting problem for your scopes there are tons of those Weaver bases on eBay for a couple of bucks. I hope my foolish words can be helpful to you
 
I just came back to this site and saw a couple of new replies and wanted to say thanks. Also, being very new to this sport, can someone tell me what the working difference is between a red or green dot mount and having a scope. The reason I'm looking for a scope on my .22 is that my eyes don't see as clearly as they once did.

Thanks
 
Galleon said:
I just came back to this site and saw a couple of new replies and wanted to say thanks. Also, being very new to this sport, can someone tell me what the working difference is between a red or green dot mount and having a scope. The reason I'm looking for a scope on my .22 is that my eyes don't see as clearly as they once did.

Thanks
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Red dots are faster acquisition and you can shoot with both eyes open but for the most part you will only have 1x magnification
And youll need batteries

Scope well no batteries more magnification

It all depends what you want to do with it.
 
I haven't purchased the Nikon ProStaff yet but wanted to ask if the BDC version would be a valuable asset to have on my 10/22? Or, is it really not necessary. I've heard that the BDC is usually more important on centerfires.

Also, on the Nikon, does the BDC sticker come off of the scope or is it permanent and shouldn't be touched?

Thanks,
 
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