What are the best scope rings to use with a stock Ruger 10/22 Deluxe Sporter.22 caliber rifle?
By spotter ~ January 6th, 2009. Filed under: Nikon Scopes.
eric d asked:
The scope is a Nikon 3-9X40 Pro Staff, 1 inch.
The scope is a Nikon 3-9X40 Pro Staff, 1 inch.
January 8th, 2009 at 2:59 am
I use the Burris Signature scope rings on all my riflescopes. The quality and finish is excellent, and the synthetic self-aligning inserts they offer cushions the scope and makes
scope alignment and zeroing a breeze. For my money, the best quality system on the market.
January 10th, 2009 at 2:41 am
I’m a fan of the Weigand Ruger no drill scope mounts for the 10/22 but the best investment you can make for any 10/22 is to replace the stock receiver with an aftermarket one.
January 11th, 2009 at 10:00 am
In firearms, ‘Best’ means absolute top of the line and most expensive. 99.99% of shooters are not Olympic class or trained long range champions – so best is almost never necessary. The best rings cost more than your rifle and scope combined.
The problem with the 10/22 and using nice scope rings in the base attachment is not that great. If you don’t have a good base – then good rings are not important. ( you can’t change a Honda into a Proche by simply bolting better parts to it) The factory drill and tap scheme is for lightweight plastic 22 scopes – your scope is very overkill for for a 22lr.
Change out the stock base screws for hex screws and see if you can install the rings so they do not cover access to these screws. If this works for you – set the scews with red Locktite and proceed with nice rings. If not, then set the screws with blue Locktite and use inexpensive ones. With hex or Allen screws at least you can access them from under the scope and verify they are tight and correct. Consider torx head screws too.
Hope this helps