Suggestions for Ruger SR-22 Optic

[tnsaf]

Hey guys,

I just recently bought a Ruger SR-22 which comes with the rail on top from the factory, and wondering what optic to buy. I have a budget around $150, so nothing too expensive. I bought the rifle with small game hunting in mind, but wanted something cool too. I'm looking more at a red dot sight but am wondering how good a red dot is at say, 100 yards?

I know Burris and Bushnell make some cheaper sights, but I'm not really knowledgeable which brands have a bad rep and which brands are more respectable.

Thanks for any help you can give!

 

[Slaymoar]

I did some research when I was looking for an optic, and at 100yards here is what it came down to:

http://store.prophetriver.com/sightron-si-3-9x40mm-wide-angle-gloss-finish/

Its not a red dot, but after using a red dot, I found it more useful for larger targets. If you want very tight groups/accuracy at 100yards, get the scope.

 

[Slaymoar]

Also the Nikon P22 2-7x32

 

[AWOL]

The SR22 will hit the target at 100 yards but I prefer to shoot mine in the 25-50 yard range. Mine is sporting a Vortex Sparc but a Bushnell Red/green Dot is more than adequate and meets your price range. I also like the TRS25 which is a bit smaller and I used it on my Ruger Mark III for a while. For 100 yards, you may want a scope with some magnification. For 100 yards and more, I tend to use my precision rifles with big scopes.

 

[Barthom]

Bushnell Trophy 1X32

 

[Zirakzigil]

Also the Nikon P22 2-7x32

Any suggestions on where someone can pick one of those up?

 

[Phat Eagle]

I'm a second vote for a Sparc if you want a RDS... A little more money, but a lot more quality. I also second the suggestion for a conventional scope if you're more interested in 100 yards consistently...

 

[scobro61]

the nikon p22 works welland sells for under $200

 

[Slaymoar]

Any suggestions on where someone can pick one of those up?

Saw them on the prophet river website, but they were out of stock

 

[MIRAMICHIER]

I put a cheap NC Star 3-9x40 on mine works great.The scope should hold up to the .22 caliper.Good Luck finding one so much to choose from.

 

[DocBurN]

first SR.. vortex sparc
second SR.. sightmark ultra shot reflex sight

all depends on how you use yours.. im more of a scope fan usually (others 10/22)!

 

[Zirakzigil]

Saw them on the prophet river website, but they were out of stock

Thanks. Was looking at the new Zeiss Terra 2-7x but its not a specific .22 scope. Might take a look at these as well.

 

[fletcher]

I put a Hawke 3-9 x40 on the SR-22 .This is a cheap scope ,under a hundred bucks from North pro Sports.Works very well on the .22 .I dont usally buy scopes like this but I was looking for a cheap scope to put on the JR to fire test loads.Its not a red dot but if your looking for a cheap scope to use for hunting small critters have a look at one.