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Simmons .22 Mag TruPlex Reticle Rimfire Riflescope Review

Simmons Truplex .22 Mag Riflescope

This is also a riflescope with a 3x to 9x magnification power range. This Simmons .22 Mag TruPlex Reticle scope has been getting a lot of positive customer reviews for its very affordable price. Other users point out that this scope is very easy to use.

Others Simmons scopes like its beautiful and sturdy design, with many saying it doesn’t look like a budget scope at all. However, there are questions about the durability of this scope if we are to read reviews online.

 

Simmons .22 Mag TruPlex Reticle Rimfire Riflescope Review

Simmons .22 Mag TruPlex Reticle Rimfire Riflescope Review

Good Build Quality

It has a very solid construction that belies its budget-friendly price tag. This scope has a length of 12 inches and weighs just 13.2 ounces. It can be considered as an average-sized scope.

It’s not exactly compact but not big for a scope as well. With its size, it fits easily into a rifle case. It is also shockproof and fog proof, hence you won’t hesitate in bringing this scope to the woods.

Among Others Scopes, this Simmons .22 Mag TruPlex Reticle has Good Optical Quality

The optics of this nice rimfire scope are fully coated. This means that the optics are scratch, glare, and reflection resistant. Its barrel is also filled with nitrogen thus able to resist fog. The lenses are also O-ring sealed so you won’t have to worry about water getting into the optics.

Variable magnification

Like barska Plinker-22 Riflescope most of the scopes in this list, this Simmons scopes model offers 3x to 9x magnification. It is a scope that you can rely on for close to long-range shooting.

According to most reviews, this scope will have some problems in retaining the good image quality when it is zoomed to 7x, though.

This Simmons Scopes Easy to use

Most reviewers have no complaints in mounting this scope. They say it mounts easily and quickly on .22 rifles. It comes with mounting rings designed for dovetail mounts.

Good light gathering capability

There is no official word from Simmons on the light transmission capability of this scope, but it is safe to assume that it at least transmits 92 percent of light through the optics.

This results in very clear images, especially at night. It would struggle when used in low lighting conditions, though, so you should avoid using this when the sun is down.

 

Pros
  • It has a very reasonable price tag
  • This rifle optic is very easy to use
  • It is lightweight and thus won’t add up to the weight of the rifle
  • It has mounting rings
  • It has a beautiful design that makes it look expensive
  • It offers up to 9x magnification
Cons
  • Image quality suffers when the zoom is past 7x
  • The included rings don’t fit Weaver and Picatinny rails
  • The rings aren’t that sturdy

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the parallax set for?

A: It is set for 50 yards

Q: What is the max eye relief?

A: It is about 3.9 inches.

 

There’s no denying that for its price, this Simmons 3x to 9x scope with a 32mm objective lens can match up with any scope in its price range.

While its optic quality is not range-topping, it does offer clear and bright images, especially under favorable lighting conditions.

Just don’t expect this scope to provide you with crystal clear images of your target when it is dark or you are shooting in a heavily shaded bush. Mounting it is also quite easy as long as you don’t mount it on Weaver and Picatinny trials.

Still, this Simmons .22 Mag TruPlex Reticle scope makes up for those shortcomings with its good build quality and easy operation. It’s unlikely you’ll get disappointed with this reliable but affordable scope.