Need opinion on optics - M&P AR 15/22

[max power]

M&P AR 15/22

Looking for a good inexpensive scope for my new toy. I'm a complete noob to optics and don't want to spend too much on something I don't need for such a short range weapon and don't want to waste $ on junk.

I'm assuming I need 3-9x40? Trying to keep it under $100.

Please purge your optics knowledge below.

Edited July 14, 2014 by max power

[06MAX]

Looking for a good inexpensive scope for my new toy. I'm a complete noob to optics and don't want to spend too much on something I don't need for such a short range weapon and don't want to waste $ on junk.

I'm assuming I need 3-9x40? Trying to keep it under $100.

Please purge your optics knowledge below.

 

Couple of questions,

What caliber?

What platform Ar, Ak ect?

Main function Home defense, hunting ect?

[06MAX]

Crap should have fully read the title.

I run a BSA Sweet 22 on my Sig 522

About $80

 

So far no issues with it what so ever.

 

http://ads.midwayusa.com/product/546507/bsa-sweet-22-rimfire-rifle-scope-2-7x-32mm-side-focus-duplex-reticle-matte?srccode=cii_17588969&cpncode=26-369078573-2&ads=&cm_mmc=pf_ci_google-_-pf_ci_google-_-pf_ci_google-_-pf_ci_google#ReviewHeader

Edited July 14, 2014 by 06MAX

[beaston330]

I'd look into the Nikon stuff.

 

This to be exact

 

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004JMQ9I2/ref%3Dnosim/?ascsubtag=FWcjcm16&tag=fatwalletcom&linkCode=as1

[vf1000ride]

Bushnell Banner model 713948 is about $80 on average or less on sale.  I got mine for $65.  It's a 3-9x40mm with the multiplex reticle.  I run one on my 10/22 and have no problems hitting stuff out to 300 yards with it.

 

Edited July 14, 2014 by vf1000ride

[max power]

Thanks for the input guys.

Now for a noob question:

Not sure if this makes a difference in scopes or not, but I'd also like to be able to use the flip up sights for close range stuff. Is there a certain type of ring I need to buy to make that possible?

[bowdog]

Not sure you want to put a rifle type scope on that weapon but if you do lets talk this weekend. I have a few in the safe just sitting that we can set you up with for now. Personally i would go a different direction with that firearm but it is all preference.

[2talltim]

Here is the one I put on my 10/22 tactical, think I got it for like $60 on Amazon. Fairly inexpensive scope but its super accurate and well made.

http://centerpoint.crosman.com/scopes/adventure/CP394RG

[speedytriple]

I second the nikon or bushnell banner. I use a nikon prostaff on my .22 great glass for the money. I have a bushnell on a older glenfield and its also a good cheaper scope. Both should be under a $100. As for rings dont think they make a set of see through rings that would work on a ar platform. Or at least none i can think of off hand. You could swap out irons to a 45° set and tilt the gun to use them.

[baptizo]

I'm probably going with the PA 4-14X44 Mil Mil FFP scope for my AR but it's not considered pricey at $229.99 and has had really good reviews. 

 

https://www.primaryarms.com/Primary_Arms_4_14X44_FFP_Scope_p/pa4-14xffp.htm

[Gump]

Must be looking since you missed the tannerite!! Haha