Good Scope recommendation!

Knightheart · Mar 30, 2016

Just looking into some scopes for my M&P 15-22. I know this rifle is not really a long range shooter, but would like an inexpensive scope to make targets a little easier to see clearly from a good distance. I would like to have the 'red dot' feature with this sight if that is possible. Don't need anything really fancy, but a good, durable inexpensive sight would do just fine! Any recommendations will be appreciated. Thanks!

KH

sithlord · Mar 30, 2016

Most 'red dots' don't have magnification (although there are separate add-on magnifiers for red-dots).

If you're looking for a decent rifle scope, with a 1x zoom, I would recommend:
Primary Arms 1-4X 24 Illuminated Scope PA14X - Primary Arms

At $119, it's got decent glass, sufficient zoom for 100 yards, etc. At 1x, you're in 'red dot' territory.

HTH...

mbu110587 · Mar 30, 2016

Knightheart said:
Just looking into some scopes for my M&P 15-22. I know this rifle is not really a long range shooter, but would like an inexpensive scope to make targets a little easier to see clearly from a good distance. I would like to have the 'red dot' feature with this sight if that is possible. Don't need anything really fancy, but a good, durable inexpensive sight would do just fine! Any recommendations will be appreciated. Thanks!

KH

After a lot of looking around and research, i ended up buying two different optics. I didnt want to be the guy spending $300 for a scope to mount on a .22 plinker that cost $425 to begin with so i chose two options that were inexpensive, performed well for my uses, and looked good aesthetically on the rifle.

For plinking and quick acquisition shooting, I use a cheap $50 TruGlo red dot. It shows either red or green, has adjustable intensity on the brightness of the dot, and of course adjustable elevation/windage. No magnification with most red dots, though.

For longer shots, downrange accuracy and general paper target shooting...I bought a Barska Mil-Dot IR 3-9x42mm scope gor around $110. Smaller size than some of the others, sits really nice on the top rail, and looks great. The reticle is adjustable from red to green and dim to bright and is very, very clear. I really like the way it lines up and it really highlights the target, especially if you will be shooting in indoor ranges.

At the end of the day, it really comes down to what you are most comfortable with. For paper targets and tight groupings, a 3-4x scope will do the job. Anything above is just up to preference and budget. For closer plinking-style shooting, a red dot is fast on target and a lot of fun. Or do what a lot of us do and just buy both! Good luck and enjoy!

Nabby · Mar 30, 2016

mbu110587 said:
For longer shots, downrange accuracy and general paper target shooting...I bought a Barska Mil-Dot IR 3-9x42mm scope gor around $110. Smaller size than some of the others, sits really nice on the top rail, and looks great. The reticle is adjustable from red to green and dim to bright and is very, very clear. I really like the way it lines up and it really highlights the target, especially if you will be shooting in indoor ranges.

At the end of the day, it really comes down to what you are most comfortable with. For paper targets and tight groupings, a 3-4x scope will do the job. Anything above is just up to preference and budget. For closer plinking-style shooting, a red dot is fast on target and a lot of fun. Or do what a lot of us do and just buy both! Good luck and enjoy!

I like the look of that scope on the rifle as well.

I've seen that front hand grip in several people's photos before. What is that?

Nabby

mbu110587 · Mar 30, 2016

Nabby said:
I like the look of that scope on the rifle as well.

I've seen that front hand grip in several people's photos before. What is that?

Nabby

Its a magpul afg (angled fore grip). They run from $25-$35 online or in BPS or Cabelas

cyphertext · Mar 30, 2016

As others have already pointed out, you have to decide what the role of your rifle is... seems like I already asked you this question in another thread...

Do you intend to shoot from a bench and try to make one little hole? If so, a scope with magnification would do the trick.

If you are going to shoot steel plates where a hit is a hit, and you are trying to do it for time, then a red dot may work better for you.

At any rate, take a look at PrimaryArms.com. They have many different, inexpensive optics. Pick out a couple and come back with questions about the specific model and folks can probably give you a better answer.

GhostMutt · Mar 30, 2016

Nabby,

The Magpul AFG (angled foregrip) is a great piece of kit, i use one on mine with a Gaspedal which creates a really nice repeatable grip and comfy as well, the rifle just fits naturally with these add-ons, which work perfectly for me.

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Although i have it on good authority that 'fathers day' has a Fortis Shift short angled foregrip heading my way

trebor127 · Mar 30, 2016

Goodness knows what a cheap scope is

Keith

trebor127 · Mar 30, 2016

Here you go i dont think you can get any cheaper/naff

As mbu110587 thinks, why put anything expensive on your new

15-22

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keith

Knightheart · Mar 30, 2016

Thanks everyone for the information and suggestions. I will certainly take a look. So much is out there and that always make things a bit more difficult to choose. Better to have too much than not enough! I appreciate all of you!

KH

clang444 · Mar 30, 2016

I'm not sure how cheap you want to go, but I've scoped a few .22s with older 4x scopes I've picked up at gun shows. Japanese made scopes like an older Bushnell Banner can usually be picked up for about $20 and they work great on a .22 and are generally reliable.

Knightheart · Mar 30, 2016

Great information. I do have the MBUS folding front and rear sights, so do I need a riser for any scope I do decide to get?

sithlord · Mar 30, 2016

You'll want a riser regardless, but for any zoom > 1.0, you won't really see the buis.

If you pick up a scope, I recommend a cantilever one piece mount (if possible). This will allow the proper eye relief while leaving room for the buis.

Some scopes, like the barsaka above won't work (I believe) with a one piece mount.

ChattanoogaPhil · Mar 30, 2016

Knightheart said:
Great information. I do have the MBUS folding front and rear sights, so do I need a riser for any scope I do decide to get?

No.

Rings, one piece scope mount, optics with incorporated mounts for AR platforms or separate risers all depend on what optic you purchase.

Here are are some examples-

This magnified optic doesn't need a riser, it's part of the scope.

This magnified optic does't need a riser. It needs 1in tall rings or one piece AR scope mount.

This red dot doesn't need a riser, it's part of the optic.

This red dot does need a riser.

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For those who find themselves dizzy from all the choices, my suggestion is to first make a general choice between a magnified optic or red dot. Then take a look at Primary Arms. When you got in narrowed down a bit, call the guys at PA and they'll walk you though it including all the mounts and risers you'll need.

Luke79 · Mar 31, 2016

Just buy a decent red dot. A scope will just make you mad. I have a Nikon p-22 in a Burris pepr qd mount that sits in the gun cabinet. A trs 25 is a way better match for this rifle

GhostMutt · Mar 31, 2016

Luke79 said:
Just buy a decent red dot. A scope will just make you mad. I have a Nikon p-22 in a Burris pepr qd mount that sits in the gun cabinet. A trs 25 is a way better match for this rifle

Why will a scope make you mad?

I have a 3x12x32 short relief scope on my 15-22 and it makes precision shooting easier, you cannot see what the rifle is really capable of using a red dot. Mine did this 10 shots off the bench at 20yrds, i could not have done this with a red dot.

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It all really depends on what you want the rifle to do...as was stated earlier.
Scope/red dot for your primary optic, just remember the maxim that is used often on here.....Buy Cheap.....Pay Twice!

JeffM · Mar 31, 2016

yep, for quick shot I like (sometimes) a red dot, for a Good shot a decent scope to see the center of the target at 50yds+
got a BIL with a 17Hmr and a red dot on it, he keeps bi%$hing that he cannot hit the target??? but then at that distance the dot covers the whole thing, I cannot get that thru his head to get a scope

ChattanoogaPhil · Mar 31, 2016

There is no single answer for magnified scope vs 1x red dot.
What you want to do with a rifle dictates the type of optic best suited.

For me.... the 15-22 is a recreational gun good for offhand shooting bouncing soda cans around. Primary Arms MicroDot. Less than $100 and has given great service for years.

I use my Savage .22 for bench and long distance shooting. That requires an optic with magnification and a lot of adjustment to reach out 400yds.

little_airwolf · Mar 31, 2016

There is always the bushnell ultralight rimfire scopes.
Super light like our rifles. Great clear optic and warrenty. However you get what you pay for with optics. So it isnt cheap.

Jayspec · Apr 1, 2016

ChattanoogaPhil said:
There is no single answer for magnified scope vs 1x red dot.
What you want to do with a rifle dictates the type of optic best suited.

For me.... the 15-22 is a recreational gun good for offhand shooting bouncing soda cans around. Primary Arms MicroDot. Less than $100 and has given great service for years.

I use my Savage .22 for bench and long distance shooting. That requires an optic with magnification and a lot of adjustment to reach out 400yds.

Bit off topic. You shoot 400 yards with a 22 lr or are you talking about a 22 centrefire round. If 22 lr. Nice I like it. What's the drop at 400 yards and what ammo do you use if you don't mind me asking looking at that savage though looks like a 22 hornet or 22-250 though. Oh forget that question just noticed the ammo storage on stock. Definitely not 22 lr.

Good Scope recommendation!

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