scope for a budget 10/22 build

[1mathom1]

I am in the process of building up a 10/22 on shoe string. I have been given a scope a buddy took off his hunting rifle. Am I correct in thinking the biggest difference in a scope meant for rimfire use and a scope meant for centerfire use is how they are adjusted for paralax? The scope I have been given is paralax adjustable.

 

[oyousooner]

I am in the process of building up a 10/22 on shoe string. I have been given a scope a buddy took off his hunting rifle. Am I correct in thinking the biggest difference in a scope meant for rimfire use and a scope meant for centerfire use is how they are adjusted for paralax? The scope I have been given is paralax adjustable.

No expert but I say yes.

 

[1mathom1]

Thanks oyousooner. I guess I should have said functional difference. I would also assume rimfire scopes would not necessarily be built as stout and likely have thinner reticles so they block out less of the target at the typical shorter ranges. I'll give this scope a try and if I don't like it then find another.

 

[NikatKimber]

Some .22 scopes are parallax adjustable, and I don't think the reticles are necessarily different. The big difference is quality/durability.

If the scope you have isn't what you want, I'd recommend trying the Mueller scopes. I have heard good things, and the one I have is doing what it's supposed to do.

 

[doctorjj]

I've got a BSA Sweet 22 and it's been a great little scope. Very handy on my 10/22. They are pretty cheap, too.

 

[Mechanicalmehem]

I also have an inexpensive BSA on my 10/22

 

[longshot]

just mounted a bsa red dot. fun lil gun.

 

[tyromeo55]

For just over 20 bucks my Simmons 1-4 is all I'll ever need