r/canadaguns • u/jwubadubdub • Jun 09 '26

Buy recommendations Glass Recommendations for an Ultra-Light .22?

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Oh wise reddit sages, lend me your knowledge.

I'm trying to decide on an optic for this little beauty. Started considering Leupold® VX-Freedom 2-7x33mm but I think I've settled on the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36 CDS-ZL Duplex, unless you heros have an alternative.

I was considering the vx3hd because it's dead simple and very light. This platform only weighs 3.5 lbs, so I'd like to complement it with light glass.

Use case on this one will be mostly for the gf to plink, she thinks it's pretty, but it'll also larp as a shtf small game hunter. Figured it's light weight will be a benefit if you're half starved. Bonus, about 200 rounds fit in the hollow stock.

Budget isn't really an issue, and can go up a bit if the value translates.

Waddya got??!?

*UPDATE After doing more digging I ended up ordering a Tract 22 Fire 4-12x40 AO EFR T-Plex Dot with Warne medium steel rings. Reviews put it at least on par with the Leupold freedom line's glass quality, only 16 oz, has adjustable parallax, quick reset turrets and the owner is awesome / easy to reach and gave a 5% discount because it was my first time buying with them.

Could probably save an ounce or three with different rings but I'm not going to split hairs as the platform will still be under 5 lbs

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u/Icy6521 Jun 09 '26 edited Jun 09 '26

I put a vortex defender on mine, keeps it super light and low profile while in the bush. Its good up to 100m

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u/jwubadubdub Jun 10 '26

Batteries. I want this platform to run until the heat death of the universe

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u/Icy6521 Jun 10 '26

Ah thats fair, i mean you can always toss 3-4 extra batteries in the stock and that should last you 10 years haha but i get it, a nice scope will last a lifetime!

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u/Psychological-Dig-29 Jun 10 '26

get a Tangent Theta 7-35 and support Canadian 🫣

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u/jwubadubdub Jun 10 '26

It IS important to see individual hair follicles when sighting ethical shots

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u/dubhri Jun 10 '26

Then put a holosun or a Meprolight on it.

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u/red_piper222 Jun 09 '26

How far do you plan to shoot? My lightweight 10/22 sports a Romeo 5 red dot and I find I can hit every tin can within 150 yards. Great for rabbits and birds too

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u/Cingetorix Tacticool whore Jun 09 '26

Have you considered fixed prism scopes? They're super light.

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u/Juno7 Jun 09 '26

I vote for the vx-freedom 2-7×33 with the rimfire-MOA reticle. Parallax is at 60 yards, lightweight, and you can do hold overs for shots farther out.

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u/jwubadubdub Jun 10 '26

This is probably the play

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u/Juno7 Jun 10 '26

In my experience, people that dont really shoot/know guns like looking through a scope when they shoot. Your girlfriend would have an easier time with the scope rather than a little red dot.

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u/jwubadubdub Jun 10 '26

Ended up deciding on the tract fire 22 4-12 AO.

Super solid reviews, AO, quick reset turrets, 16 oz, only $475 cdn and the owner was dope and gave me an extra 5% off.

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u/TM7075 Jun 09 '26

If weight is a concern, and knowing the accuracy of an out-of-box 10/22, I'd probably recommend a red dot. Vortex Sparc, Sig Romeo 5, Bushnell TRS25 would be my go-tos. Or a Holosun if you're feeling a bit bougie. Red dots are more fun for plinking too.

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u/Saucy__Intruder Jun 09 '26

Primary Arms 3x microprism if you must have magnification, otherwise a dot should be fine for 22lr ranges

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u/Acceptable_Visit_115 Jun 09 '26

If you want a minimalistic scope, get the VX3HD 1.5-5x, it's tiny. Or the last gen Mark3HD 1.5-4x, which is even more compact. 

Alternatively, get a prism sight like a Primary Arms 3x.

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u/jwubadubdub Jun 10 '26

Appreciate the input!

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u/Savageplayr29 Jun 10 '26

Chinese mini thermal

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u/DougMacRay617 Jun 09 '26

Its a 22.... just get a dot

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u/epnk420 Jun 09 '26

Always a good choice for 22

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u/JurboVolvo Jun 09 '26

What are the weights on these you already have picked? And what ring weights?

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u/jwubadubdub Jun 10 '26

About 11 oz. Haven't settled on any particular rings.

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u/epnk420 Jun 09 '26 edited Jun 09 '26

Leupold is always a solid choice no matter the model I’ve learned that the hard way, what receiver and barrel is that? Looks like my grey birch

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u/jwubadubdub Jun 10 '26

It's the Ruger carbon. Comes in a Magpul MOE X-22 Stock. Carbon fibre tensioned barrel, bx trigger and extended mag release

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u/epnk420 Jun 10 '26

Sweet looks badass I have the x-22 stock for mine as well

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u/Different654 Jun 09 '26

"Bonus, about 200 rounds fit in the hollow stock."

Care to elaborate, please?

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u/jwubadubdub Jun 10 '26

The stock is Magpul MOE X-22. It's hollow and the butt plate comes off easily

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u/stranger_danger85 Jun 09 '26

The only issue with the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36, is parallax is not adjustable and it's set for 150 yards, it may be difficult for super close shots. Otherwise, if you want as light as possible, the 1.5-4x Leupolds are 2-3 ounces lighter and physically smaller.

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u/jwubadubdub Jun 10 '26

True. The 2-7's 60 yard parallax is more appropriate

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u/Penguinbotxv Jun 09 '26

Probably a prism or a Lpvo of choice, feel free to look at primary arms and Athlon. There's also much nicer options but don't think it's worth it

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u/__WayDown Jun 09 '26

I don't think LPVOs are generally known to be lightweight.

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u/handen Jun 10 '26

Weaver K3-W with duplex reticle.