I recently bought 2 PSA .22 AR uppers after waiting for a looonnnnng time. I have only shot one so far but, very happy. I want to put a red dot on one and scope on the other. Looking for input on a decent but relatively inexpensive scope. Looking for something out to around 100 yards max (think squirrel hammer). Any recommendations appreciated.
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This is a case where I would cheap out. Shouldn’t need anything more than a fixed 4 on the scoped one. I don’t have a PSA (or any brand) AR in .22, but I would imagine you would be very hard pressed to be shooting sub-MOA and I just don’t see the point of spending more than a couple hundred on glass for a plinker.
I’m sure somebody more knowledgeable on the subject will come along soon.
I’m a sucker for Vortex entry-level optics on low-recoil hosts. Pretty good glass for the money. Can usually catch them on sale if you shop around and have some time.
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Put this on my BCA 22LR. More than I wanted to pay. Good low power scope with red dot.
Vortex Optics Crossfire II Adjustable Objective, Second Focal Plane, 30mm Tube Riflescopes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HYRGODO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_04EA0Y0ZEW7WPCHA90VX
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I’d second an entry level Vortex red dot or magnified (or Sig or Holosun for a red dot).
Primary Arms (1-6x30, 22LR) has a couple 22LR/rimfire scopes. I like the one linked because it has variable zoom and the ACSS reticle (for 22LR). It appears to be out of stock for now.
PA has red dots too - the SLx MD-25 looks very interesting and has a lot of mounting-height options in the box. Also need to look at the Sig Romeo 7 a little closer…
Edit: The PA LPVO scope is really 1-6x24, not 1-6x30 
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For red dots, I dont often look farther than romeo5. There are definitely better ones on the market, but the 5 has always struck me as a great optic for the money. If you’re patient, you can catch them right at 100 and for that, they do a lot. At least from my perspective and use cases.
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A little pricey, but they do make some awesome stuff–especially for the money. Usually have a promo code to get a free cantilever mount too. I didn’t realize they had a .22 scope, but I’m not surprised.
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The entry level Vortex or PA stuff is a fine call. Also, usually around now, Cabela’s has their CSR (Caliber Specific Riflescope) series on sale. I have picked up several between $99 and $130. The .22 LR 3x9 is dandy for 10/22 Rugers and should work fine on a flat top AR platform as well. I think the glass is surprisingly good for the price point.
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Good input. Thanks folks. Kind of partial to Vortex myself. Incredible warranty and while it may not be optics I’d take to a battle field, they do make some good stuff.
I have a M&P 15-22 with a FDE reflex sight from Amazon. It’s perfect for intermediate targets and surprisingly accurate
Link or a little more info? Being as one will be a range plinker, I’m not averse to taking a chance on a cheap Amazon purchase.
Don’t do it. I don’t know what that one is called, but I can tell from the body I bought the same one 10+ years ago.
https://palmettostatearmory.com/holosun-micro-sight-dot-reticle-with-shake-awake-hs403b.html
https://palmettostatearmory.com/sig-sauer-romeo5-1x20mm-red-dot-sight-black-r52001.html
Those will cost you an extra $80 compared to that but they will not soon become paperweights.
https://palmettostatearmory.com/sig-sauer-romeo-msr-2moa-red-dot-black-sor72001.html
This one would hardly cost any more than the Bezos paperweight.
Thanks for the input. No way I could ignore information from a guy named Cool Rick. Thanks!!
Not trash talking. I knew it was cheap when I got it and thought it was still worth it for about a year or so. They just don’t last. If you’re going to cheap out on one I’d do it on the magnified scope and not the red dot. You’ll lose a little glass clarity or eye relief on a cheap magnified scope, but it’ll still work.
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No problem, I appreciate the input. Will probably stick with a Sig or Vortex product. I love Vortex’s warranty and the couple of Vortex products I have I am happy with. Its good to get input from others.
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Good for you! I wanted one a long time. Finally, I gave up and bought a used CMMG on GunBroker. Like you, I haven’t shot it yet. I m9ved into town, and the neighbors wouldn’t approve.
Not on an AR22, but I have a vortex crossfire II 2x7x32 on a 22. Great for that round and won’t break the bank. Cheaper than the 1x4x24 in the same line.
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That is actually one of the Vortex scopes I am looking at. Thanks
I recently bought the PSA22lr upper . I used a vortex red dot. As far as upper con earned , I’ve have noting but problems. I cannot shot more then 6 rounds without light primer strikes . I’ve switched lowers and had same . It’s noting but a jam o matic. I love PSA usually. Cleaning and piling again and seeing what happens. Getting ready for a return . Hope you have better luck.