.22 Hornet is one of the most fired ammo in hunting and gun ranges. There are tons of weapons available on the market right now that use 22 ammo. It’s the main preferred ammo for small game hunting and surviving competition.
There are tons of variants of the .22 available. But the one we are talking about is Hornet. It’s taller than the Winchester Magnum and LR 22. First ordered in 1930, it’s still in action ever since then.
If by any chance your gun fires some 22 Hornet and you are looking for a scope to pair with it, then you came to the right place.
After extensive research and testing, I think these are some of the best scopes for 22 Hornets you could buy right now. What are we waiting for? Let’s get started.
1. Vortex Crossfire II 3-9×40 Second Focal Plane Riflescope
Whenever we talk about riflescopes, Vortex will somehow make it to the list. Don’t get me wrong, they are not just getting mentioned for making cheap scopes. They are getting mentioned for making goods copes in all sorts of budget ranges.
Crossfire II is widely preferred to be paired with a .22 rifle. It’s made out of aluminum. Durable material that can withstand recoil hits easily. To make it waterproof, there are O-ring sealings involved as well. Inside the scope is chemically purged to get rid of moisture and prevent internal fogging.
Lenses are key to the victory of Vortex. They make some of the best lenses on the market. The fully multi-coated lens is extremely bright and vibrant. Color accuracy is highly praiseworthy as well. There is no artificial color issue or blur present in the sights.
The reticle is on a second focal plane. It’s a Dead-Hold BDC reticle. Easy to understand and easy to master. Very suitable for small-game hunting and gun ranges.
Does it come with mounting rings?
No, it doesn’t come with any mounting rings.
What is the tube size of this scope?
It’s a standard 30mm tube.
Does it come with flip-up covers?
This scope does not come with flip-up lens covers. But you can buy them separately from Vortex or third-party manufacturers.
2. Simmons 3-9x32mm .22 Matte Black Riflescope
Simmons is well Simmons. Have no relation with J.K Simmons at all. They are known to make some great budget scopes.
.22 riflescope is no different. It’s a scope made mainly for hunters. Suitable for short to medium-range hunting, the perfect companion for survival games or short-game hunting. It is made from high-quality aluminum. It’s water, fog, and shockproof. If you want to pair it with a higher caliber, in theory, you could. But should you? I hope not.
Lenses are made out of high-quality glass. They are then coated multiple times to provide optimal brightness. It gathers plenty of light through that 32mm objective lens. You won’t have any complaints regarding the vision clarity of the scope at all. For hunting, FOV is quite important. If there is fog or blur present in the scope, it’s horrible for hunting. Luckily, you don’t need to worry about such things.
It features a Truplex reticle on the second focal plane. Coming with 3/8” dovetail rings pre-installed, you could buy weaver mounting rings if you have that type of gun. It’s easy to use and understand reticle. height is perfect as well.
Does it come with flip-up caps?
No, it does not.
Parallax set for?
50 yards.
What’s the difference between an “upgraded” and a regular model?
Nothing, you will be paying 10$ extra for “upgraded”. That’s it.
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3. OMMO 3-9X40 Rifle Illuminated Optical Mil-Dot Riflescope
OMMO 3-9×40 comes with an illuminated reticle. It’s suitable for hunting mostly, you can do range shooting with this as well.
Made from high-quality durable aluminum, it’s here to stay for a while. I can understand your skepticism about the brand but don’t worry. Their scope is good. That’s why they are on the list.
It’s a shockproof design as well. Suitable for any kind of weather. You are more than welcome to use it on a snowy day.
Lenses are fully multi-coated as well. It’s not an expensive scope. Expecting tons of coating here is not an ideal thing to do. The thing that OMMO did better than other cheap scopes is the lens. Instead of using plastic to make a bad lens, they are using glass to make good lenses. Lenses that feature a green/red illuminated reticle.
On top of all these, you are getting free sunshade and weaver mounting rings included on the box. That’s a very nice gesture from OMMO.
What is the tube diameter of this scope?
It’s a standard 30mm tube.
Where is this scope manufacturer?
It’s made in China.
Can you use it on a Weaver rail?
Yes, you can. It comes with weaver mounting rings. To use on a dovetail, however, you will require aftermarket rings.
4. UTG 3-9X32 1″ BugBuster RGB Mil-Dot QD Rings Scope
UTG scopes are quite easy to recommend. They make good scopes and people talk good stuff about them. The one we are recommending here is a medium-range riflescope suitable for .22 firing guns. It’s a perfect companion for short-game hunting.
Made from aluminum, it’s a durable and lightweight designed scope. I’m surprised to see more companies are providing so good housing for low prices. This scope won’t break your bank by any means. For the money you are paying, you are getting a well-built scope with water, fog, and shockproof housing.
The inside of the tube is emerald-coated for better light transmission. The inside is nitrogen-purged as well. Lenses used on this scope are fully multi-coated as well. It provides good light transmission with almost no motion blur. If you move the scope too fast, you might notice a bit of jitter on the corner of the scope.
It has an RGB mil-dot illuminated reticle as well. Illuminated reticle always helps you to focus better on low-light conditions. Very good addition to the scope.
Where is this scope made?
It’s made in China.
Does it come with mounting rings?
Yes, it does.
Do you need a riser for it?
That depends on the gun you are using. Base rings don’t require any riser on a .22 rifle.
5. CVLIFE 3-9x40AO Optics R4 Reticle Crosshair Scope
A mouthful name suited for a crossbow this big. CVLIFE specializes in budget-hunting scopes. They make scopes for rifles, crossbows, etc. This is a medium-range hunting riflescope compatible with .22 caliber.
Housing is made out of aluminum. It’s durable and lightweight. It features a standard 1” tube. Inside of the tube is nitrogen purged to prevent internal fogging. The exterior of the scope is equally rugged and durable. It’s shockproof to a certain degree. .22 caliber won’t do any harm to this scope for sure.
Lenses here are fully multi-coated as well. CVLIFE uses glass to make their lens, not plastic. Glass lenses are far better than plastic. They don’t get scratched easily like plastic lenses. Waterproof housing gives you the freedom to use this scope under any given condition.
It comes with a pair of Weaver/Picatinny mounting rings. It doesn’t support dovetail rail by default. But if you want, you can buy dovetail mounting rings and replace the weaver ones.
Where is this made?
It’s made by Huihaozi a Beijing based air rifles and scopes manufacturer.
Is the tube 20mm?
It is a 1” tube. Standard diameter.
Is it suitable for hunting?
Yes, it’s suitable for mini-game hunting and survival games.
How To Choose The Best Scope For 22 Hornet?
22 Hornet is a bit taller and heavier than .22 LR. It requires a scope that is more durable than .22 LR scopes. That’s why you should keep a couple of things in mind while purchasing a scope.
Build Quality
Being shockproof makes it more appealing than it already is. Durable housing will make it a better buy.
Lens Quality
A fully multi-coated lens will always outperform a lens with no coating. They are more durable as well. Look for scopes that feature a good number of coatings in their lenses. Your eyes will thank you that way.
Budget
Budget is a big concern when buying any riflescope. If you look at all the mentioned products in this review, you notice how they are not even remotely close to each other in terms of pricing. Your budget is your budget. Whether you stretch it or squeeze it, depends on you. But keeping a budget in mind will help you choose better.
Summary
A lot of rifles and air rifles are capable of firing Hornets. A lot of scopes are compatible with those guns as well. That’s why you are having a hard time choosing the right scope.
Hopefully, this list was able to clear a bit of that confusion and helped you in your buying process.
All of the mentioned scopes are some of the best scope for 22 Hornet if not the best. Whichever you go for, you can’t go wrong with your choice. It’s as simple as that.
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