Best Scope for .22 LR Rifles in 2026
We tested 5 rimfire scopes from $170–$400. Most centerfire scopes have parallax fixed at 100 yards – that’s a 2″ point-of-impact shift at 25 yards on your .22.
We tested 5 rimfire scopes from $170–$400. Most centerfire scopes have parallax fixed at 100 yards – that’s a 2″ point-of-impact shift at 25 yards on your .22.
Bipods ruled for decades, but tripods are changing the game.
We compared 5 plate carriers from $120–$350, but the real issue is what goes inside – steel plates create dangerous spalling. Ceramic NIJ Level IV plates start at $125 each in 2026.
Brass or steel: which ammo actually shoots better?
We tested 5 red dots from $120–$500. That “50,000-hour battery life”? It’s at medium brightness – at max, you get 600. The Aimpoint Duty RDS wins, but the Holosun AEMS is smarter money.
Reloading in 2026: is it still worth your time?
We compared 5 pistol range bags from $35–$120. Most shooters buy too small – and if the bottom isn’t rubberized, one wet range day ruins everything inside.
Both guns can protect your home if chosen wisely.
We tested 5 suppressors for the AR-15 – $400 to $1,100. The Dead Air Sandman-S wins, but your suppressed rifle still hits 134 dB. You still need ear pro.
Both rifles work. Your skills matter far more.