Best sporting optics rings according to redditors

We found 77 Reddit comments discussing the best sporting optics rings. We ranked the 32 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

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Top Reddit comments about Sporting Optics Rings:

u/theoriginalharbinger · 21 pointsr/guns

I'll aim to be helpful.

First, that configuration is definitely not going to work. Your forward mount is not secure (it might be snug, but the recoil lug is actually behind the slot - this will get loose on the first shot or two and you'll never be able to zero it).

If you want to use this scope, get some cantilever rings. Nikon, among others, sell them, like so (I have not tried the rings I linked, they were just the first search result). That way, you can get the front end of your scope mounted properly. Note that you will need to do some math and make sure your height over bore is where it should be.

u/puf_puf_paarthurnax · 10 pointsr/gundeals

Yes, it has dovetail mounts on top. I would get on that $50 rebate and find a Bushnell trophy 3-9x40. I just mounted one last night on my model 60 to replace the shitty barska scope I had. It looks great and the sight picture is very clear. I'll get you a pic later if you want to see. This is my favorite .22 I own, though mine's from the early 2000's. Stupid accurate.

edit: here's the scope link. that'll get you down to $32 bucks after rebate. grab a set of scope rings for 10 bucks and you're golden.


153+32+10=$195 squirrel gun that's going to be fantastic.

rebate form here

u/jasonhuber · 8 pointsr/gundeals

Everyone else who responded is right. Just wanted to tell you the cheap route I went on the wife's. I do not regret it.

  1. buy this gun
  2. buy a black version of: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N8JV9A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  3. buy a black version of: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000V2MQE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    180 + 50 = 230.

    It isn't the best setup, but just about everyone on the range will know exactly what you are shooting from rifle to glass since these are the most popular of each out there.

    I chose the raised mounts because they still allow me to use the "iron sights" for appleseed events.
u/insertjjs · 4 pointsr/ar15

Vortex Optics Tactical 30mm Riflescope Ring — Low Height [0.83 Inches | 21.0 mm] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003DY6VCQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_YIW0Cb97224K9

This is for a low mount but there are mid and high too.

u/SDKMMC · 4 pointsr/longrange
u/thatguywhosadick · 3 pointsr/longrange

Having a dot for close in work isn’t the worst idea if it’s pulling double duty as a hunting build, but I’d really make replacing that scope mount your priority. That style of mount is for a rifle that needs extra eye relief to mount the scope, extra height to look through it, and the ability to quickly remove the scope to use backup irons if the optic is busted and you still have to shoot.

Since your rifle doesn’t need extra eye relief to use a scope, doesn’t need significant elevation of the optic aside from enough to let it clear the barrel, and you won’t be removing the scope regularly to “get back in the fight” that mount isn’t necessary and is probably a detriment to your accuracy. I’d recommend replacing it with a set of precision scope rings like seekins. Good rings are worth the money, a really nice scope is worthless if it’s in a bad mount that won’t hold it straight and secure.

Edit: just found what I believe the mount on amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MBZ3TGS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_yr1uDbYKAVJT7 OP ditch that thing immediately those are crap and thanks to their garbage qd feature will likely fall off under the recoil of the rifle and certainly won’t retain zero.

Same goes for the red dot, it won’t hold up to the recoil of that rifle and you’ll be lucky if it still even turns on after a day at the range. You don’t need to spend thousands of dollars to have a functional rifle but the bits that literally hold the two most expensive parts of your setup together are important.

Edit edit: I’m assuming you bought all the extra bits on amazon, I’d recommend you return them if you can and go with these 30mm Tube .87" Medium 4 Cap Screw Scope Ring https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00URT7A98/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pH1uDbNN8B89Q also make sure you torque everything to spec otherwise it loosen up under recoil and you won’t hit anything.

Don’t make the same mistakes I did so many years ago.

u/tw987987987987 · 3 pointsr/gundeals

I have these Weaver see through and Nikon 3x9 on a couple of 10/22s. Excellent combination. Rock solid. Can still use the open sights.

u/haburner · 3 pointsr/1022

I got a 10/22 carbine for Christmas (one of the Shooting Store versions http://www.ruger.com/products/1022Carbine/specSheets/1240.html).

I added a Nikon Prostaff Target EFR 3-9x40 AO (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007PXVR5C) with the Nikon A-Series Medium 1'' rings (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SMX6BTQ) and took it to a local 50 yard range last week to test it out and zero-in the glass.

I was happy with the gun and the scope but unhappy with my cheek weld.

Just today I installed a Matthews Fabrication Bear Paw Right adjustable kydex cheek rest riser (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O0IOKOA). It feels really solid and allows me to get my weld in just the right spot.

I haven't ground down the bolts or taken it to the range yet, but I'm very excited!

u/zxj4k3xz · 3 pointsr/airsoft

I just got the Vortex Crossfire II 2-7x32. Quality seems real nice. Good eye relief, fairly light, clear glass, nice reticle, feels solid, clicky windage and elevation adjustments. Can't talk about durability as I just got it an hour ago, but it's got Vortex's VIP warranty so if anything happens that affects performance they'll replace or repair it free of charge. That includes getting the lens shot out by a bb.

Edit: Here's pics at 2x, 4x, and 7x. It's on a CCOP mount

Edit2: Don't have my airsoft gun with me right now but I have my nerf gun, and the mount fits!. Putting it on something rather than just holding it gives a better feel for the eye relief as well. At 2-5x it's super easy to get a good view, but at 6-7x it can take a bit of searching and you may have to scoot your head forward a bit. It could just be the gun I put it on because it does feel like I have to keep my head further back. I can update when I use it Saturday.

u/artist508 · 2 pointsr/airsoft
u/FoosYou · 2 pointsr/gundeals

I went with Vortex rings and the EGW extended rail on my 10/22. Working out great!

u/bmx13 · 2 pointsr/1022

I have a set of these, a little loctite on the screw's and holds great. Plus can still use the stock irons..... It's a 10/22 so if you put 45° sights on it you will 100% look like a tacti-cool douche.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000N8JV9A/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1419902983&sr=8-2&dpPl=1&dpID=41Drun5VoiL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SX200_QL40

u/mintyeggrol · 2 pointsr/longrange
u/HisNameWasSethGreen · 2 pointsr/guns

I have a similar rail and it provides great eye relief but I needed medium height rings for my Vortex Crossfire II to clear the rail in the rear. YMMV

u/AbsolutusVirtus · 2 pointsr/M1A
u/bjw9696 · 2 pointsr/longrange

I bought my BTR from Amazon. I have it on my Savage BA110 Stealth with the Vortex rings. It works well for the price point. Everything is more accurate than I am. The illuminated reticle is very nice in low light situations. The only beef I have is at full magnification it is very grainy. Although I knew this when I purchased it.

You could also purchase it through Opticsplanet. They currently have a 10% off code.

My rifle

u/TheRealPeytonManning · 2 pointsr/gundeals

https://www.amazon.com/Modkin-Tactical-Flashlight-Picatinnly-Aluminum/dp/B06XRBK2MK

I bought this to use with the predator pro. I like the quick detach for climbing out the woods and not having to point the rifle in all directions. Solid mount and $12 free shipping

u/CaptRon25 · 2 pointsr/flashlight

Just get a quick release rail mount. Something like this

u/JimJam427 · 2 pointsr/Hunting

Currently I have a Leupold base and just ordered some Leupold rings. These are the ones I ordered. Leupold PRW2 1 inch Medium Scope Rings, Matte Finish https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078XGN3NN/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_uzJGDbV3CDYNX

u/lapetitefleur · 2 pointsr/1022

I'm pretty happy with these rings that mount directly to the receiver and have a window to still see iron sights with a mounted scope.

Weaver 1-Inch Steel Lock Mounts for Ruger 10/22 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000N8JV9A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_umCEDbN5XFVB3

Getting a good cheek weld with a raised scope is difficult though without any riser.

u/223slash556 · 2 pointsr/1022

Nikon A-Series Medium 1'' Scope Rings - 16167 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SMX6BTQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mht.yb93ESRA6 currently on sale for 10$. Good cheaper rings

u/musashi66 · 2 pointsr/1022

I got these to try for dirt cheap

Weaver 1-Inch Steel Lock Mounts... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000N8JV9A?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

They look good, but haven’t had a chance to shot them yet.

u/payperplain · 2 pointsr/longrange

Use Vortex rings. I have them on my Ruger American and they are amazing. I can't remember which model they are but /u/vortexoptics can chime in. I use the ones that have size screws. I got my torque wrench on Amazon for like $45 from wheeler. Here it is.

I'm gonna poke around vortex website and see if I can find the rings for you. This is they. They are not the best thing Votex offers and I can't even find them on their website anymore hence why I had to hunt down amazon. These things work though. They aren't as good as some of my other rings but you can't beat the quality for the price.

u/fumblesvp · 1 pointr/longrange

If you are going with a pic rail, then these Vortex rings might work for you. They are 30mm. I don't know your scope size. I can't find any reason to dislike them. $38.00

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LBRGFKO/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/RallyMech · 1 pointr/longrange

I run these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007V6QU6O

On this rail: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0051UJQU4

The rail is massive overkill for a R700/.308 gun. But it is very nice and very tight tolerances.

u/HectorHazard · 1 pointr/gundeals

jesus. should i hop on it? Just built an ar with iron sights only HNNNNNNG do want


edit: ok i bought it and this mount https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QITM3WK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/rafri · 1 pointr/guns

No problem. If you buy the one with irons it should come with two little scope mounts in the box. You will attach those to the receiver above the bolt handle pretty much. If it doesn't come with them you will need to pick up something that looks like this but for your model. Than you will need something like these scope rings.

Take this information with a grain of salt and do your own research. Like watching a unboxing video of the model of rifle to see if it comes with the scope mount parts.

u/doomrabbit · 1 pointr/1022

If plinking is your major use, consider getting raised rings so you can still use the iron sights. See under the scope.

Also note that the standard recommended 3-9x scopes will add a lot of weight to a very light rifle. Can make long plinking sessions not as much fun. Add a rail and quick detach rings if you want the flexibility to remove it. Bonus with rails is you get lots more options on optics like red dots, etc.

Also, check if your scope is 1/2 1 inch or 30mm before buying mounts like I just linked.

u/Brunzwick · 1 pointr/1022

Do you want iron sights or a scope? If you want iron sights, check out the NODAK sights or Tech sights. If you want a scope, check out the Simmons 511039. It's very popular for 10/22 and is extremely cheap. Here's the link to the Simmons: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KOSB34/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_njKbAb6AAGJT6

I run both the Simmons scope and the NODAK sights on mine using these mounts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000N8JV9A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BnKbAbDBH69DE

u/charlOOsi · 1 pointr/gundeals

Thank you very much. I ordered the Vortex PST 6-24 FFP. Gonna be mounting it on my Tikka T3X CTR and I'm looking forward to it very much.

Kinda off topic, ignore if necessary, but if anyone has the same setup, recommendations for ring mounts? I'm looking at these two:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00691G19I/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A86M66Z7Z0Z95
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00URT7A98/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

I would like the scope as close to the barrel as possible. Otherwise, thanks a lot. Great deal!

u/wee0x1b · 1 pointr/guns

Not quote under $30, but I bought this one for an AR: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QITM3WK

It's just for plinking, and kind of a parts gun, but it has held on pretty well.

u/jacksmachiningreveng · 1 pointr/airguns

It looks like the scope you linked to will still fit 14mm dovetails, usually these mounts have a bit of play when one end of the clamp is not attached and will go from 11 to 15mm, It will just be slightly off center but that shouldn't really be a problem on an old spring rifle when it comes to zeroing.

u/RockWhiskey · 1 pointr/longrange

I have the Vortex precision matched rings holding my HS-T 6-24x50. Do the 4 screws make a big difference? Probably not.

u/j-mt · 1 pointr/ar15

Options are pretty limited on a compact mount. Here’s one from UTG: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07752QYWR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_yE67BbYX76QW4

u/lanmansa · 1 pointr/ar15

My Vortex Diamondback has 3.1-3.5" of eye relief. Seems a bit on the short side, but generous enough I would think for 223. Most of the other scopes I was looking at were within 3-4 inches as well.

I'm not sure which mount to get, cantilever or scope rings. I know the height has to be pretty high just because the stock is in line with the receiver and not offset.

What do you think of one of these? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QITM3WK/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00YFPNDOG/

u/mjch317 · 1 pointr/airsoft

Simple cantilever mount. I used this one.

u/tausciam · 1 pointr/ar15

So far, I'm looking at this mount and this scope