[BluesDragon]

Hi all,

I recently bought and old Marlin model 25 .22 LR rifle... just like the one I had as a kid in the early 70's.

I adjusted the sights as best I could but it still shoots high. Other than that the gun is in really good shape and I don't want to take it out of "original condition" by filing down the front sights or anything.

I was thinking of adding an inexpensive lower power scope to the rifle for varmit and bird hunting. I also have minature goats and coyotes are a problem around here.

I haven't had rifles since I was a kid in the 70's and could use some advice.

Does anyone have any scope suggestions and know what the mounting sleeve specs are? I am on a very limited budget.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers,
BD

[bulletsneverlie]

don't file the front sight down, it will make the shot higher. For a cheap .22 scope setup, go with Weaver medium .22 and air rifle rings with a Sportsman's Guide scope. They actually have a Simmons with .22 rings for $40.

[GotCoffee]

I have been buying (for myself and 3 kids) 3x9 simmons for $35 to $45. This is all you would need.

[BluesDragon]

Quote:       Originally Posted by bulletsneverlie

don't file the front sight down, it will make the shot higher. For a cheap .22 scope setup, go with Weaver medium .22 and air rifle rings with a Sportsman's Guide scope. They actually have a Simmons with .22 rings for $40.

Oops, I got that backwards...

But yeah, I don't want to do any "field modifications" on the sights at all. I want to keep the gun as "original" as possible.

[BluesDragon]

Thanks guys, that is the price range I am looking at.

Any chance on getting links to these scopes you are talking about?

[bulletsneverlie]

Discount Hunting Gear, Discount Hunting Boots, Discount Shoes, Discount Ammunition, Discount Ammo, Discount Boots, Military Surplus, Outdoor Gear At the Sportsman's Guide

search 'scopes' when you get there. Buy the cheap ones.

As for ammo, go to a Walmart and get 550 rounds for about $13

[BluesDragon]

Thanks for the link...

Lots of options there.