What optic? Need opinions!

[ricebasher302]

I built a lightweight .22 for fun and can't decide on an optic. The rifle is a Ruger 10-22 action with a threaded Tactical Solutions fluted aluminum 16" bull barrel in a Knoxx Axiom stock. The package feel like a toy and is super compact. I had a Millett DMS-1 scope on it because I wanted the 1-4x magnification with the illuminated reticle. But this scope was so heavy it detracted from the fee of the gun.

I want the gun to be a fun plinker that's optimized for night time varmint control (skunks & coons) and overall handiness.

I've been thinking about going with one of the micro red dots, but still wish I had some magnification. I don't want this thing to look like an AR and definately will not be putting a ACOG on my .22!

I wish there was a compact 1" tubed low power variable with illumination, but there's just not! At least not in a reasonable price range for a rimfire.

What would you guys suggest?

 

[MistWolf]

Large aperture sights with tritium inserts on the front

 

[unwise11]

look at nikko stirling illuminated reticle gamekings and nighteaters.

 

[ricebasher302]

Hadn't thought of sights. I'd have to have a gunsmith machine my barrel, but that's a neat idea.

Nikko Stirlings are too large for my purposes unless they make a lower magnification scope that's not on their website.