RE: new .22 scope
put a regular 1" tube Bushnell 4 X 32 scope on it...the last time I bought one it was about $40.......and it has served my .22 rimfire well. Don't waste your money on a 3/4" tube.....that is of course if you want a scope at all...many .22 rifles do well with the issued iron sights.....others demand a scope!!