Red dot vs. scope for pistol?

scotjute · July 9, 2003, 05:14 PM

Am considering enhancing my .22 magnum pistol with either a red dot or else a scope for longer distance accuracy (say in the 50-125 yd range).
Any recommendation on which is better?

Snaps · July 9, 2003, 05:33 PM

Well I can't say on that one but I've got a scope on my .44mag which is great for hunting. But as far as just plinking I'd rather have the red dot. easier to hold on target. IMO

Besides more magnification = more bouncing around to the eye.

CWL · July 9, 2003, 08:03 PM

Red dot for pistols.

Crosshairs are a PITA for pistols.

If you must use a scope, stay with 1.5-2X and run from 4Xs.

Peter Gun · July 9, 2003, 10:55 PM

I had a 2x scope for my super redhawk. I found it almost impossible to hit anything unless it was on a rest. Even at 75yds, the open sights worked better for me. Then I put my c-more tubeless red dot on it w/ a weigland weaver rail. Wow! Anything out to 75yds thats not smaller than the dot is toast. I plan on using this setup for deer hunting this year.

July 9, 2003, 05:14 PM	#1
scotjute Member Join Date: January 15, 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 406	Red dot vs. scope for pistol? Am considering enhancing my .22 magnum pistol with either a red dot or else a scope for longer distance accuracy (say in the 50-125 yd range). Any recommendation on which is better?

July 9, 2003, 08:03 PM	#3
CWL Member Join Date: January 6, 2003 Posts: 5,206	Red dot for pistols. Crosshairs are a PITA for pistols. If you must use a scope, stay with 1.5-2X and run from 4Xs. __________________ Vae Victis

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July 9, 2003, 05:33 PM	#2
Snaps Member Join Date: December 31, 2002 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 393	Well I can't say on that one but I've got a scope on my .44mag which is great for hunting. But as far as just plinking I'd rather have the red dot. easier to hold on target. IMO Besides more magnification = more bouncing around to the eye.

July 9, 2003, 10:55 PM	#4
Peter Gun Member Join Date: December 25, 2002 Location: free carry VT Posts: 335	I had a 2x scope for my super redhawk. I found it almost impossible to hit anything unless it was on a rest. Even at 75yds, the open sights worked better for me. Then I put my c-more tubeless red dot on it w/ a weigland weaver rail. Wow! Anything out to 75yds thats not smaller than the dot is toast. I plan on using this setup for deer hunting this year.