Reply With QuoteAt what range are you zeroed?
At what range would you zero this gun? I am completely new to playing with this caliber. I got it set to shoot 1 1/4 high at this distance.
At what range are you zeroed?
How stupid of me not to give that info. 60 yards.
You’re not far off, and you may choose to keep that zero. A 40 GR bullet from a rifle barrel drops about 2 inches at 100 yards. I sight in 1 inch high at 100 yards, but figure it’s only good out to 125. Drop is 8 or 9 inches at 150 yards, and the bullet is starting to lose energy rapidly. 22 mag is a fine choice for varmints that are bigger than bunnies & squirrels but smaller than coyotes. Some of these offer mighty small head shot targets, so center of mass is a better choice starting around 60 yards.
It's really a shame the ammo is so expensive. I hadn't shot the rifle in years but I had an extra scope for it and 3 boxes of ammo I bought years ago so I gave it a try yesterday. It is fun to shoot and I think it is pretty accurate for a 22. Makes no sense I can reload the 223s for considerably less if I am not particular about bullet quality and almost the same or a few pennies more if I use premium bullets.
Thanks for the info on zeroing. I think I will just leave it where it is now. Plenty good enough for out to 125 yards I guess
Question?
Would you shoot a grouse on the ground?
Another question?
Could you hit one if it wasent on the ground? lol
Especially in wooded areas?
I can tell you that on rainy days they like being on the dirt mountain roads.
And i can also tell you that body shots are far more likely to be successfull than head shots with 22 mags.
Yes, a 50 yard zero is about right.
Fact is i had the parrelex in my scope set for that distance.
This is a great explanation of zeroing theory:
https://www.recoilweb.com/no-true-ze...al-132967.html
It depends upon your use. For me I limit my 22 magnum shots to 100 yards or less. I generally zero it dead on at 100 yards.
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