Rimfire scope

AdamT

AdamT

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Looking to get a scope for a Remington 552 Speedmaster. Can't decide between the Leupold FX-1 4x28 or the Leupold VX-1 2-7x28. They are both rimfire models. I am used to a 4x for rimfires but do you think the 2-7 would be better route to go? Will be used for squirrels mainly, but also to keep pesky critters out of the gardens.
 
If it will do nothing more than serve as a critter-gitter, the cheaper FX is fine. Personally, I spend quite a bit more time at the range with my firearms than I do hunting, even though I hunt quite a bit (not as much as I used to, and certainly not as much as I'd like), and even with my rimfires, I strive for longer ranges and smaller groups. Such being so, I run variables on them, so I would buy the VX.
 
I have a few of the Leupold rimfire scopes and like the variable's but recently have picked up two Nikon prostaff rimfire scopes a 3x9 and 4x12 IMO these are clearer and focus just as close or closer than my VX II 3x9 EFR and they are less than half the price.
 
I too like the Leupolds and have purchased many.
I also have purchased 7 Weaver RV-7 2-7 rimfire/pellet rated models that have done a great job. They are tough.
 
Personally, I would rather have the versatility of the 2-7x. I'm getting a CZ 455 .17 HMR and will be putting a Burris Fullfield II 4.5-14x AO on it. I want to see their eyeballs in the crosshair...then make it explode.
 

One other thing to consider is that you can have some scopes, especially Leupolds that are regular non-rimfire models, adjusted to parallax at rimfire ranges. I hve a VX-2 3x9 with dot reticle set to 75 yards for use on my .22 magnum. Leupold will do the adjustment for a few dollars, maybe $10 or so. Just a thought if you can't decide on a particular rimfire scope.

 
I've got a 552 Speedmaster and love it. I've got a 3x9 on it but it is not a rimfire scope. If it were me I would go the 2x7 route. If you need the extra power you have it,if not leave it on 2 power. Still not sure about the FX-1 line either.
 
Well I got the VX-1 2-7x28 rimfire. It's very nice and should do everything I need it to well. Really liking this setup, can't wait to get after some squirrels with it.
 
I think scope choice is always where and what you use it the rifle for. I suspect your in thick cover usually never shooting more than 50 yards. I always use Luepold 1" 3x9 power scopes with a target dot and fine cross hairs Great for open country long shots at jackrabbits and ground squirrels. I like the clarity I get from a bigger tube.
 
Originally Posted By: Bigdog2I think scope choice is always where and what you use it the rifle for. I suspect your in thick cover usually never shooting more than 50 yards. I always use Luepold 1" 3x9 power scopes with a target dot and fine cross hairs Great for open country long shots at jackrabbits and ground squirrels. I like the clarity I get from a bigger tube.


Yes, most all of the hunting done with this setup will be in dense hardwoods. This one has a 1" tube also, just a smaller objective.
 
I have a Weaver 4x on one and Tasco 2-7 on my other .22 Lr.The Tasco stays at 7.I like the Weaver because it's a quality scope vs a cheapo.For hunting 4x is all you need at least as far as the .22Lr goes.
 
I have a Vortex Diamondback 2x7-35 on my CZ 455 mag and love it. Great glass for the money. Had high powered scopes on it before but it's too much for a .22 mag unless you are doing benchrest.

 
I run a 552 speedmaster with the 4x loopy with fine crosshairs. Never done anything to it. It is sighted in to hit a bottle cap at 50 yards. It is worn silver with age and has killed a 18 wheeler load of deer and hogs. That set up with cci stingers just flat works.
 
On 2x I can pick up the front sight post in the bottom of the sight picture. Seems to go away about 3 or 3.5x. The image is crisp and clear throughout the magnification range.
 


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