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Decent Scope for Marlin 60

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rduchateau2954

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I have some accessories coming for my marlin 60 for christmas. These include a Boyds thumb hole stock, target trigger and trigger guard.

The only weak link now is the scope, the one it's wearing is absolutely garbage.

Gotta be a variable magnification and under $150 (it's just a .22)

Suggestions?
 
Nikon Prostaff 3x9 is at the top of your range. I've had pretty good luck with Centerpoint scopes (which are under $80). I'm sure there are many good options.
 
I bought a Bushnel from Walmart for my Mod 60 and it is proving to be an excellent target and small game scope. Easy to zero and has good light gathering and large reticle for my older eyes.
 
josiewales said:
What would you be using a .22 for that you would need 6-14X?
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Why not?

I've never had anything more than a 3x9 before. I don't have any place to hunt with a .22 and even if I did find one, is there really gonna be a difference between 3x and 4x?

On top of that, if I do find a place to rabbit hunt, I would have a hard time bringing the rifle over my MKIII.

I'm actually entertaining the thought of the 6-24 just for the giggle factor. I have a 2x7 right now and it's been on 7x since day 1.

I just don't understand the low power mentality on range toys, but I'm listening.
 
High magnification scopes with turrets and adjustable objectives that work well cost money. Personally I'd rather have a lower magnification scope that works well than have a higher mag. scope I have to fiddle with. For paperwork the trick to make up the difference is to modify your targets to work with the scope. For example, a low power scope can be held with precision when aligning the reticle with the edge of a large square.

That said, if you're going to set up at one distance and casually plink Mueller, Simmons, Bushnell and Tasco all have models that will work without having to send too many back to get a good one. I have had good luck with a Simmons 44 Mag.
 
I put a Redfield 2x7 on mine. I can hit empty 22 cases at 35 yds with this combo. Both Redfield lines have a $30 rebate going thru Christmas.
 
Check out the what the folks over at RFC think about the 4.5-14x40 Muller APV. For $125 you will not find better glass or build quality.
 
The rule of thumb is to spend as much on glass as you did on the rifle. I have to admit I don't always do that but I try to most of the time. So for a Marlin 60 that means spending around $160-$170. In that range I will suggest the Nikon ProStaff 3-9X40 mentioned earlier. Good glass, good light gathering, no need for an adjustable objective because it's only 9X, and they hold zero for a very long time. You might guess that I have one. I actually have two. I can't complain about either.

They're well balanced scopes and well built. They are good all around scopes. They have a wide enough field of view for hunting (as long as the game isn't running too fast) and they have enough power to bring most rimfire range targets into view well enough to make them easier to hit. But there are other scopes that may be better suited to what you want to do. If you're a hunter you may want a fixed power scope because of the wider field of view (easier to hit that fast running game). If you want to do more target shooting the higher the magnification the better. I like my Simmons 6-18X50 scope. It has AO and it's clear enough for 50 yard target shooting. And it brings those 50 yard targets in close. Plus it holds zero well.

There are lots of scopes in your price range. Some are better than others. It's usually better to pick a scope and ask whether it's good or not. You'll get a very wide range of answers to the question you asked because there's a wide range of scopes available.
 
I went with the Mueller APV on one of my 60's. Decent scope for your price range.
 
My Model 60 sits in a Boyds sporter style stock ('Rimfire Hunter') and wears a Nikon P22 2x-7x. I love the 'adult' feel of the stock, and the optic is well matched to the rifle. The P22 is a bit over your budget, but not by much and it's well worth the extra twenty beanos....

If you want traditional turrets, the Nikon ProStaff 2x-7x should give you the same optics as the P22 in a less snazzy package.
 
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Check out Clearidge Optics. They have a 22 rf specific scope for about 250 dollars. These are made in Japan, not a Japanese or American name made in China.
 
I put a Tasco 3x7 Power low profile .22 Scope onto a Glenfield version of the Marlin Model 60 back in 1973. Have no idea how many rounds that gun has sent down range accurately since. Its still on the gun,...the scope and gun still perking along fine. Great for plinking, bunnies and squirrels. It's a .22.

YMMV
 
Check out the what the folks over at RFC think about the 4.5-14x40 Muller APV. For $125 you will not find better glass or build quality.
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This. ^^^^

You can't beat a Mueller APV in this price range. It's a phenomenal scope for the money. I have one on my 10/22 and love it.
 
I have a Mueller APV on my Marlin 25n. Great scope for targets from 0-100 yards. The AO focuses very close in. The turrets track suprisingly well for an inexpensive scope.
 
I really enjoy the Leupold rimfire 2-7x28 I stuck on top of my 795. How much more time will you be shooting your rimfire than your centerfires? You've already invested in the stock, get something nice.
 
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