Well the old bug bit me again, and I made a trade today for a nice 10/22 carbine. Dates to about 1983 by the serial number, and judging by the metal trigger group and barrel band I'd say that's so. It's in about 80% condition and doesn't look to have been shot much. I bought it to use, though, and so would like to either put a scope or red dot on it. The only thing holding my back is that the receiver screws have never been turned (nor any of the others by the look of it) and I'd hate to hurt the "originality" of the gun. On the other hand, it's a 10/22 carbine. One of millions made, and every one of them made to work. To compound things even more, I'm undecided whether or not to top it with a good little Bushnell Sportview 3-9x32 scope I currently have, or try to find a small red dot. It's only use would be for plinking, riding in the truck, and just cruising through the woods looking for squirrels. It also doesn't have sling swivels, and while I'd like them I still hate to have to drill the stock. So having said all that, I thought I'd turn to you fine folks and ask for your opinions on the matter. What would y'all do?
Mac