New to forum-looking for opinions

[akiraproject24]

Hi guys, been lurking for a few weeks now and finally registered. Picked up my M&P15-22 1 week ago! Used collective info on this site to colorfill my lower. Big thanks to everyone who posted their knowledge.

I am going to begin my first post looking to see if anyone has hands on experience with these scopes (links below).
I am narrowed down to 3, if anyone wants to chime in the pros and cons of each I would appreciate it. Thanks

Leapers UTG CQB, Nikon P22, Bushnell AR rimfire,
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Leapers UTG 3-9x32 Compact CQB Bug Buster Rifle Scope - SCP-M392AOLWQ

Nikon P-22 2-7x32mm Rifle Scope FREE S&H 8499, 8498. Nikon Rifle Scopes.

Bushnell AR Optics 2-7x32 Rimfire Riflescope w/ Drop Zone-22LR BDC Reticle FREE S&H AR92732-KIT1, AR92732. Bushnell AR Optics Rifle Scopes, Bushnell Rifle Scopes.

 

[tracksol]

Of the choices you provided, I would rank them in the following order:

1. Bushnell
2. Nikon (very close second)
3. Leapers (very DISTANT third)

I would consider a Primary Arms scope over a Leapers any day of the week and twice on Sunday.

 

[OKFC05]

I'd forget the Leapers and maybe flip a coin between Nikon and Bushnell. My first choice is Nikon by a hair mostly because I have broken some Bushnell scopes.

 

[Vinney47]

I think the Nikon takes it. They are also a camera company, and with camera lenses it's all about light gathering capability - which transfers well into scopes lenses.

 

[Kayback]

The Bug Buster is actually a very capable little unit.

KBK

 

[bemisgt]

I put a Bug Buster on my wife's 15-22 and she really likes it. I have a Nikon on a 10/22 and really like it. Had a Bushnell on a .17HMR, which I have since sold. Any of the three would be a good choice, however of those three I prefer the Nikon.

 

[yugowego]

Nikon hands down.

 

[Ibmikey]

Nikon AR #1 but don't break it as their CS really stinks. Bug buster has half the quality in optic clarity and weighs about a pound..still ok for $89. Bushnell AR series are nice scopes for the price. I have all three.

 

[tomcatt51]

The 15-22 is a 22 LR and not a tack driver. It's all too easy to put on more scope than is practical. IMHO it's hard to justify more than a 1x4 and a red dot probably makes more sense.

 

[Majorlk]

For the money, the UTG is a good little scope. It's not a Nikon, but then neither is the price.

One grandson and I both have them on our 15-22s and we have no complaints about construction or performance. But then again, neither of us pretend the 15-22 is a combat firearm.

 

[cyphertext]

But then again, neither of us pretend the 15-22 is a combat firearm.

Oh I bet you do! Especially the grandson... He is probably imagining that he is a sniper in Falujah when he is shooting that rifle! My son puts on his "operator hat" every time we go to the range. Nothing wrong with pretending, the danger is when you start to think it really is a combat firearm.

 

[Kevin8503]

It starts with a scope. Then a sling. Maybe a light/laser. Oh a red dot, sure - why not? Need a bi-pod. Add an AFG2. Maybe some rail covers. Upgrade that stock. New trigger job. Time for a three point sling instead of a single point. My light needs more lumens. Green lasers are superior. Let's get crazy and change the hand-guard. Suppressors are cool. You're not a bad-*** without a B.A.D. Lever.

AHHHHHH BLACK RIFLE DISEASE!!!!

 

[Majorlk]

Oh I bet you do! Especially the grandson... He is probably imagining that he is a sniper in Falujah when he is shooting that rifle! My son puts on his "operator hat" every time we go to the range. Nothing wrong with pretending, the danger is when you start to think it really is a combat firearm.

So very true! BTW, My oldest grandson is a Navy brat, headed to Japan this summer.

 

[akiraproject24]

Thank you all for the replies! Everyone has very valid points.

I already have the AR disease after I started my first build back in June of 2013. I have to keep reminding myself that while a nice little rifle, my M&P15-22 is going to be a fun range toy.

Ill let you all know when I finally decide and include some pics!

Ill be throwing a few down range this weekend...figure I'll just use the stock "iron sights" for now.

 

[Vinney47]

Ill be throwing a few down range this weekend...figure I'll just use the stock "iron sights" for now.

They aren't pretty or flashy, but the stock irons are pretty nice, I think. Very solid, easy adjustments for both windage and elevation right there on the rear sight. I'd have left mine on but needed (well, wanted) some folding sights to work better with a red dot.

 

[Kevin8503]

They aren't pretty or flashy, but the stock irons are pretty nice, I think. Very solid, easy adjustments for both windage and elevation right there on the rear sight. I'd have left mine on but needed (well, wanted) some folding sights to work better with a red dot.

I like my MBUS sights, but I'm considering throwing some iron sights on just for the practice.