Rossi 92 16" scout scope recommendations

[Tallinar]

I am considering putting a scope on one of my Rossi 92's in .45 Colt. Scope will sit in front of the action and require long eye relief. I don't have any prior experience with scout scopes.

Any recommendations on a scope for this endeavor? Was thinking something like a 4x28 fixed with about a 9-inch eye relief would be workable, if such an option exists. Hoping to stay around $150 or less. Not looking to build an ultra tack driver here.

Thanks!

 

[W.E.G.]

Spend enough money on the mount to make the endeavor worthwhile. Nothing worse than a scope that is squirming around.

Looks like folks mounting over the receiver are using an offset thing that clamps somehow to the receiver.

Amazon.com

I guess you go with that side-mount, and a cheap set of rings, and a REALLY cheap scope within your budget.

 

[W.E.G.]

Completely in front of the receiver gets you something like this, assuming your gun has screw holes already

Rossi R92 Weaver / Picatinny Scope Mount for Round Barrels Only NEW | eBay

Rossi R92 Weaver / Picatinny Scope Mount. Use with picatinny or weaver style rings. Fits late model Rossi 92's with around barrel and factory drilled and tapped under the rear sight. and you will be able to see 2 of the 4 scope mounting holes.

www.ebay.com

 

[W.E.G.]

Something like this in the "cheap scopes" class might work in your nine-inch requirement

 

[Tallinar]

Yup. My barrel does have the screw holes. I have a mount figured out. It's just the scope itself I am looking to spec. Thanks!

 

[Crosshair]

Go on ebay and search "Pistol Scope" with "Used" condition selected. You'll find lots of choice for $150.

(Edit: "EER scope" and "scout scope" are also terms to try.)

The 2x Leupold pistol scopes can sometimes be had for around your price range. The Burris variables can be a good choice too. Japanese and Korean Tasco pistol scopes can sometimes be found. (Fixed power Japanese Tascos are a safe bet. The variables can sometimes have a worn-out power adjustment and be hard to turn. Ask the seller.)

Make sure to determine how much eye relief range you have to work with and look up the specifications of scopes you're looking at. Some pistol scopes work great as Scout scopes, some do not.

PM me if you want and I can skim the listings this evening and toss some potential candidates your way.

 

[chicharrones]

I am considering putting a scope on one of my Rossi 92's in .45 Colt. Scope will sit in front of the action and require long eye relief. I don't have any prior experience with scout scopes.

Any recommendations on a scope for this endeavor? Was thinking something like a 4x28 fixed with about a 9-inch eye relief would be workable, if such an option exists. Hoping to stay around $150 or less. Not looking to build an ultra tack driver here.

Thanks!

If you want a 4x, my favorite is the discontinued 4x28 Weaver Scout Scope. They were made in Japan right up to the end of production, I believe. Finding one isn't as easy as it once was.

I have also used a Burris 2x pistol and a Burris 2.75x scout in the scout scope position. While the 4x isn't quite as quick to use as a 2x, the 4x is just fine if you have more time to take your shot. And speaking to that, if I want "speed" out of an optic in the scout scope position I prefer a red dot. From my own experience owning all of the above.

I must add that most pistol scopes are really pushing the eye relief range too far. You'll need a long stocked gun to use them, and maybe that won't even work.

There is a discontinued Simmons 2x pistol scope I have that has the proper eye relief range for a scout scope. Too bad that isn't made anymore, it's a great cheapie for those wanting to try the concept for low dollars.

 

[sparkyv]

The Vortex Scout 2-7x32 is a pretty decent LER scope for the money. It runs around $150. I usually keep it set at 4x, but it's nice to have a little flexibility if I need it.

 

[Speedo66]

The Weaver 4x scout scope on my 20” Rossi works very well.

 

[CraigC]

I'd want something smaller than a 4x on such a rifle. A fixed 2x would be better. I put a red dot on my Rossi .454 using the same mount. I put the Leupold Scout 1-4x on my Ruger Ranch 6.5Grendel. It would be a good choice on the Rossi.

 

[chicharrones]

I'd want something smaller than a 4x on such a rifle. A fixed 2x would be better. I put a red dot on my Rossi .454 using the same mount. I put the Leupold Scout 1-4x on my Ruger Ranch 6.5Grendel. It would be a good choice on the Rossi.

If you mean physical size, the Weaver is sweetheart sized for a 4x. Same length and weight as my Burris 2.75x.

(More info from a Rossi/Weaver user in this old thread at another forum. (Scroll through all 3 pages.)

 

[Tallinar]

Thanks for the replies, folks. Appreciate the input. Very helpful.

 

[Rebel Dave]

I put a Votex Scout Scope on my Remlin Guide gun 45/70. I took it off, and sold it as fast as I could. I did not like it. I could not get use to it.
Tallinar.... You might like it either.

Dave

 

[CraigC]

If you mean physical size, the Weaver is sweetheart sized for a 4x. Same length and weight as my Burris 2.75x.

(More info from a Rossi/Weaver user in this old thread at another forum. (Scroll through all 3 pages.)

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I mean the magnification. I want my .454 levergun to be usable at near contact distance.

I do like that tidy little 4x though. It'd be right nice on an intermediate range scout rifle.

 

[P89DCSS]

Rossi R92 Weaver / Picatinny Scope Mount for Round Barrels Only NEW | eBay

Rossi R92 Weaver / Picatinny Scope Mount. Use with picatinny or weaver style rings. Fits late model Rossi 92's with around barrel and factory drilled and tapped under the rear sight. and you will be able to see 2 of the 4 scope mounting holes.

www.ebay.com

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That picatinney mount has minimal height helping greatly with comb. The mount I have has extra height making the comb height less than ideal for me.

 

[W.E.G.]

That picatinney mount has minimal height helping greatly with comb. The mount I have has extra height making the comb height less than ideal for me.

You can used foam rubber (beer coozies work) to build up the stock as needed. If you settle on an altered comb-height, you might purchase (or fabricate) something from leather to make the whole rig look more classy. A "Who Farted?" beer-coozie/duct-tape improvised cheek-riser will get laughs at some ranges. Not so much at others.

 

[.45Coltguy]

Thanks for the replies, folks. Appreciate the input. Very helpful.

Medan Vision.com has the Weaver in stock. $110. Its the scout scope.
Edit: They are an overseas vendor tho. Didn't see that at first.

 

[Tallinar]

Thanks for all the replies. After reading all the advice and looking at some prices, I decided to dip my toe in the water to try an inexpensive 2.5x30 NcStar pistol scope from Amazon (LINK). Figure it would be best for me to make sure I even like the format before going in on a more legit scope.

I acquired a Skinner scope mount, and have some decent medium height rings around. I found that this scope and mount combo don’t quite fit with the low rings. I may get creative later if I like it.

Added a cartridge sleeve I had lying around just to add some cushion. The Rossi 92 carbine stocks are shaped such that the wood angles at about 110 degrees at the cheek, and without a proper cheek weld (due to height) I anticipate some jaw pain if I’m not mindful.

Will let you know how it goes at the range.