whats would the best or a really good training scope to mount on my rem 40x heavy barrel 22? looking at a mil dot for my 308 700p but could i really use a mildot scope on a 40x 22 shooting out too 200yrds? THOUGHTS GUYS?
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Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
I think it is nice to have the same scope on a 22 trainer as your centerfire, but not really necessary. It is nice to have a mil-mil scope even at the shorter ranges because that 22 really drops and there is no problem spotting shots. I have a USO as my main scope and BSA Mil-Mil on my 22 and I am happy with it.
I think it is nice to have the same scope on a 22 trainer as your centerfire, but not really necessary. It is nice to have a mil-mil scope even at the shorter ranges because that 22 really drops and there is no problem spotting shots. I have a USO as my main scope and BSA Mil-Mil on my 22 and I am happy with it.
Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
If you are building a trainer for your competition rifle I would recommend you make it as close as possible in weight, aesthetics, and optics.
I'm using a Vortex Razor on my Sako Quad 22lr. It's pretty much a twin to my .260 Rem match rifle. If that's a bit high for your budget take a look at the Super Sniper 12x or 16x Mil/Mil scopes. If you want a variable power scope you might consider the Weaver Tactical 4-20 50mm. It's first focal plane and mil/mil. Vortex Viper PSTs are an option as well. You will need a 20moa scope base to get out to 200+ yards. EGW make a nice base and they are reasonable.
If you are building a trainer for your competition rifle I would recommend you make it as close as possible in weight, aesthetics, and optics.
I'm using a Vortex Razor on my Sako Quad 22lr. It's pretty much a twin to my .260 Rem match rifle. If that's a bit high for your budget take a look at the Super Sniper 12x or 16x Mil/Mil scopes. If you want a variable power scope you might consider the Weaver Tactical 4-20 50mm. It's first focal plane and mil/mil. Vortex Viper PSTs are an option as well. You will need a 20moa scope base to get out to 200+ yards. EGW make a nice base and they are reasonable.
Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
S&B 5-25 P4F works for me. 50 meters prone, 60 shots inside 1/2 inch or so.
S&B 5-25 P4F works for me. 50 meters prone, 60 shots inside 1/2 inch or so.
Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
Make sure it will focus down to the minimum distance you want to shoot.
Make sure it will focus down to the minimum distance you want to shoot.
Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
check out mildot center point @ walmart $69
I have a few ant they work great
check out mildot center point @ walmart $69
I have a few ant they work great
Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
I bought a 40x about 3 months ago for exactly the same reason you have. I also shoot a monthly match with it that ranges go from 50 to 200yds. I bought a Vortex Viper 6.5-20x50 mil dot. It has a side focus and is amazingly clear for the money ($450). The scope tracks perfectly as well.
I have been impressed with it to the point that I am about to buy one to put on a new long range build I am working on. Probably will get the FFP PST.
I was going to buy a Nightforce but to be honest with you... I don't think it is that much better. IMHO
I bought a 40x about 3 months ago for exactly the same reason you have. I also shoot a monthly match with it that ranges go from 50 to 200yds. I bought a Vortex Viper 6.5-20x50 mil dot. It has a side focus and is amazingly clear for the money ($450). The scope tracks perfectly as well.
I have been impressed with it to the point that I am about to buy one to put on a new long range build I am working on. Probably will get the FFP PST.
I was going to buy a Nightforce but to be honest with you... I don't think it is that much better. IMHO
Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
I also have been using the Center Point 4-16 MD on a couple "kid + buddy trainers." Here's the reason why--
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozEhoNaRi2s
skip to 4:30
I also have been using the Center Point 4-16 MD on a couple "kid + buddy trainers." Here's the reason why--
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozEhoNaRi2s
skip to 4:30
Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
I'd say get a scope that is similar to the one on your centerfire rifle. Just be sure that it will do what you need it to do on your rimfire though. My first choice for my rimfire was a Nightforce 5.5-22X, but it wouldn't focus down to 50 yards. I settled for PST, because it would focus down to 50.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> I was going to buy a Nightforce but to be honest with you... I don't think it is that much better. IMHO</div></div>
Rusty, are you making that comment after having shot with them? I've had all of the scopes that you mentioned in your post and the Vortex scopes that you mentioned don't even come close to the Nightforce in terms of build quality.
I'd say get a scope that is similar to the one on your centerfire rifle. Just be sure that it will do what you need it to do on your rimfire though. My first choice for my rimfire was a Nightforce 5.5-22X, but it wouldn't focus down to 50 yards. I settled for PST, because it would focus down to 50.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> I was going to buy a Nightforce but to be honest with you... I don't think it is that much better. IMHO</div></div>
Rusty, are you making that comment after having shot with them? I've had all of the scopes that you mentioned in your post and the Vortex scopes that you mentioned don't even come close to the Nightforce in terms of build quality.
Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
I have used a new PST, Viper.
And I own a few Night Foces.
The Vortex is not even in the same ballpark!
I have a buddy, who got a new PST. Open the box, looked throught
The scope. Then put it back in the box, and sold it!
He bought a new 22x NF.
That's just my experience.
M
I have used a new PST, Viper.
And I own a few Night Foces.
The Vortex is not even in the same ballpark!
I have a buddy, who got a new PST. Open the box, looked throught
The scope. Then put it back in the box, and sold it!
He bought a new 22x NF.
That's just my experience.
M
Re: best training scope for a rem 40x 22
I use Leupold 6.5-20 Vari XIIIs on my Remington 700s. On my 40X 22lr I use Leupold 6.5-20 EFR that focus down to 10yds and a Leupold Mark 2 that focus down to 25yds. All same retical and adjustments and size
I use Leupold 6.5-20 Vari XIIIs on my Remington 700s. On my 40X 22lr I use Leupold 6.5-20 EFR that focus down to 10yds and a Leupold Mark 2 that focus down to 25yds. All same retical and adjustments and size
