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Small Game Hunting Weapons - Rifles

Small game hunting involves pursuing small animals like rabbits, squirrels, and ducks. Since these animals are small, high power weapons are not needed to hunt them. You are better off investing in a weapon that has greater accuracy to be able to target the small game better.

Also, the price of ammunition should be considered, too, since a hunter can take a great number shots in one day.

Under these conditions, a rim-fire rifle would be perfect weapon to use in the small game hunting category. When selecting a rifle, you must consider the following - its fit, sights, weight, its action and caliber. A gun that fits properly will help assure you of getting more accurate shots.

When using a rifle with a stock that is too short, the scope might hit your eyebrow, giving you "scope bite," while one that is too long could get caught in your armpit if you are wearing a heavy jacket.

A full size stock is better for adult hunters because of its perfect fit. Good balance and stock design is vital for a small game rifle so that it can be handled quickly and readily. When you are small game hunting, most shots are done from a short distance where the animal can possibly detect the hunter, and small animals do not sit still for very long once they sense danger.

It is better to get a light rifle rather than an ultra light one, because ultra light rifles are difficult to keep the balance and make accurate shots. An ideal weight should be about 6 pounds. The rifle's action can be either repeater or single shot as long as it gives you a more accurate shot. Barrel length also needs to be considered - mostly for balance more than for ballistics. A medium weight barrel of about 20-22 inches in length is ideal.

A perfect small game rifle should have a small action to match its cartridge and a good, solid feel. A rifle with a smooth action is always best with a clean and light trigger pull, which is needed for accuracy. Given the standards of production today, a trigger revamp might be needed for every new rifle.

It is much more important for a small game rifle to be accurate, rather than fancy. There are various different types to choose from: auto-loading, lever, pump, and bolt action repeaters. Among the widely known calibers are the .22 WMR, .17 HMR and .22 LR, from manufacturers such as Anschutz, Ruger, Browning, Kimber, CZ, Winchester, Henry, and Savage, among others.

A quality rim fire rifle deserves to have a quality scope. A fixed power scope of around 4 times or a variable one in the 2 to 7 times range can serve a small game rifle well. Good rim fire scopes are not inexpensive, but are not overly costly either.

A first-rate small game rifle should be:

- as accurate as possible, but not necessarily too powerful. It can be as powerful as .22LR, but no more powerful than .30 Carbine
- light: for carrying ease and fast handling, but not ultra light
- well balanced and able to swing properly
- with a smooth action and a stock that perfectly fits the hunter
- with light and terse trigger pull
- with a scope of good quality and medium power

A superior rifle may be a little too high priced for a amateur hunter but its quality will prove to be rewarding in the long haul.

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Black Ruger Mini 14/Mini 30 Ranch Rifle Weaver Scope Mount $17.95 Product Features: Mini 14/Mini 30 Weaver Style Rail Fits Only Existing Ruger Integrated Mounts Includes Mounting Hardware Weight: 3.0 Oz. Length: 7.0 Inches

UMAREX Ruger Air Hawk, Combo With 3-9X40 Scope, .177 Cal. $209.3 The Ruger Air Hawk Elite is a 1000 feet per second pellet rifle with a single-shot cocking mechanism and a comfortable Thumbhole rifle stock. This spring pistol break barrel airgun has a rifled blued barrel and receiver and is crafted with hard wood that is sleekly formed into an ambidextrous thumbhole stock that has a raised cheek piece on both sides making this break barrel rifle by Ruger suitable for both right- and left-hand shooters. The Air Hawk Elite rifle is equipped an adjustable trigger, and a finely machined muzzlebrake. When you shoulder this Ruger Air Rifle, you ll notice a comfortable grip, a conveniently placed automatic safety and a vented rubber recoil pad. The Ruger Air Hawk Elite also comes with a 3-9x40 airgun scope that is made to withstand the double recoil action produced by air rifles. Features: - Comfortable ambidextrous hardwood thumbhole stock - Cheek piece both sides - Checkered grip and forearm - Spring piston break-barrel - Single-shot cocking mechanism - 3-9x40 airgun scope - Large muzzle brake - Automatic safety - Vented rubber recoil pad - Adjustable trigger Specifications: - Caliber: 177 Pellet - Action: Break Barrel - Power: Spring - Capacity: 1-shot - Length: 44. 8 inch - Barrel: 18. 7 inch - Weight: 9 lbs. - Trigger: 3. 3 lbs. - Cocking: 30 lbs. - Velocity: 1000 Cannot ship to: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN This item can not be shipped to the following areas: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN This item can not be shipped to the following areas: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN This item can not be shipped to the following areas: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN This item can not be shipped to the following areas: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN

Bill Hicks LEU 49952 Leupold 1 in. Ring Mounts Ruger 77 Matte High $82.01 These solidsteel machined rings are the perfect mount for your Ruger rifle. Due to the contour of the Ruger 77 action rings for this rifle are not the same heights. The manufacturer makes the rings to ensure your scope is level with the bore. Material: Steel. Style: Ruger. Ring Height: .530 Front (measured from base of ring to bottom of scope tube).

UMAREX Ruger Air Hawk, Combo With 4X32 Scope, .177 Cal. $129.95 The Ruger Air Hawk is a 1000 feet per second pellet rifle with a single-shot cocking mechanism. This spring pistol break barrel airgun has a rifled blued barrel and receiver and is crafted with dark hard wood that is sleekly formed into an ambidextrous stock suitable for both right- and left-hand shooters. The Air Hawk rifle is equipped with fiber optic sights, an adjustable trigger, and a muzzlebrake. When you shoulder this Ruger Air Rifle, you ll notice a comfortable grip, a conveniently placed automatic safety and a rubber recoil pad. The Ruger AirHawk also comes with a 4x32 airgun scope that is made to withstand the double recoil action produced by air rifles. Specifications: - Caliber: 177 Pellet - Action: Break Barrel - Power: Spring - Capacity: 1-shot - Total Length: 44. 8 inch - Barrel Length: 18. 7 inch - Weight: 8. 16 lbs. - Velocity: 1000 fps. - Trigger Pull: 3. 3 - Cocking Effort: 30 Cannot ship to: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN This item can not be shipped to the following areas: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN This item can not be shipped to the following areas: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN This item can not be shipped to the following areas: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN This item can not be shipped to the following areas: D. C. IL, New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN

Bill Hicks LEU 51041 Leupold 30Mm Ring Mounts Ruger 77 Matte Medium $100.24 These solidsteel machined rings are the perfect mount for your Ruger rifle. Due to the contour of the Ruger 77 action rings for this rifle are not the same heights. The manufacturer makes the rings to ensure your scope is level with the bore. Ring Height: .400 (measured from base of ring to bottom of scope tube).

UMAREX Ruger Air Hawk, Combo With 4x32 Scope, .177 Cal. 490 Fps $129.95 This Ruger Air Hawk is a 490 feet per second pellet rifle with a single-shot cocking mechanism. This spring pistol break barrel airgun has a rifled blued barrel and receiver and is crafted with dark hard wood that is sleekly formed into an ambidextrous stock suitable for both right- and left-hand shooters. The Air Hawk rifle is equipped with fiber optic sights, an adjustable trigger, and a muzzlebrake. When you shoulder this Ruger Air Rifle, you ll notice a comfortable grip, a conveniently placed automatic safety and a rubber recoil pad. The Ruger AirHawk also comes with a 4x32 airgun scope that is made to withstand the double recoil action produced by air rifles. Specifications: - Caliber: 177 pellet - Action: Break Barrel - Power: Spring - Capacity: 1-shot - Total Length: 44. 8 inch - Barrel Length: 18. 7 inch - Weight: 8. 16lbs. - Velocity: 490 - Trigger pull: 3. 3lbs. - Cocking effort: 30lbs. This item can not be shipped to the following areas: D. C. New York City (including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island) NY, Philidelphia PA, Johnson City TN

Hiviz RG1001 FrontRear Combo for Ruger 1022 $44.88 The Ruger.22 caliber model 10/22 Combo is a front and rear sight set that includes a unique rear Litepipe folding sight that allows the shooter to use a detachable scope mount with out removing the fiber optic sights. All critical components are machined from solid steel to insure proper fit and longevity. The front dovetail sight has interchangeable Litepipes for both color and bead size. The Ruger 10/22 Combo is designed to replace the factory sight on standard Ruger 10/22 long rifle barrels. Type: Fiber Optic Sight. Material: Fiber Optics. Color: Green. Firearm Type: Ruger 1022.

Leupold 51042 Ruger Rings Matte Black $91.84 This Leupold Ruger Ring (51042) is designed to accommodate those firearms that have unique integral mounting systems such as the Ruger 77 1 and 77/11 models. For the Ruger Model 77 standard ring mounts are available in both 1 and 30mm diameter models. It s available in various sizes so you can mount any Leupold scope on a Ruger 1 M77 or 77/22 rifle. Machined from solid steel for critical tolerances and all around good looks Leupold Ring mounts offer greater mounting flexibility for these Ruger rifles. Machined steel construction. Superior integrity and tighter tolerances. Supremelyclose machining tolerances. Type: Ring Mount. Size: 30mm High. Color: Matte. Fit: Rug M77.

NcSTAR Compact Rifle Scope - 2-6x28 Scope / Blue SC26287B $34 NcSTAR Compact Rifle Scope - 2-6x28 Scope / Blue SC26287B Riflescope

NcSTAR Illuminated Rifle Scope - 3-12x56E Scope / Green / Ring SEFB31256G $65 NcSTAR Illuminated Rifle Scope - 3-12x56E Scope / Green / Ring SEFB31256G Riflescope

NcSTAR Regular Rifle Scope - 3-9x40 Black Scope / Ruby / Ring SFB3940R $28 NcSTAR Regular Rifle Scope - 3-9x40 Black Scope / Ruby / Ring SFB3940R

NcSTAR Compact Rifle Scope - 3-9x42 Scope / Blue SC3942B $43 NcSTAR Compact Rifle Scope - 3-9x42 Scope / Blue SC3942B Riflescope

NcSTAR Compact Rifle Scope - 4x30 Scope / Blue SC430B $20 NcSTAR Compact Rifle Scope - 4x30 Scope / Blue SC430B Riflescope

Barska 4-16x50 IR Sniper Scope 50mm Rifle Scope AC11002 $119.94 Barska 4-16x50 IR Sniper Scope 50mm Rifle Scope AC11002

Bill Hicks LEU 52302 Leupold 1 in. Extended Ring Mounts Ruger 77 Matte SuperHigh $94.77 These solidsteel machined rings are the perfect mount for your Ruger rifle. Due to the contour of the Ruger 77 action rings for this rifle are not the same heights. The manufacturer makes the rings to ensure your scope is level with the bore. Material: Steel. Style: Ruger. Ring Diameter: 1 . Ring Height: .750 (measured from base of ring to bottom of scope tube).

Bill Hicks LEU 51043 Leupold 30Mm Ring Mounts Ruger 77 Matte SuperHigh $100.24 These solidsteel machined rings are the perfect mount for your Ruger rifle. Due to the contour of the Ruger 77 action rings for this rifle are not the same heights. The manufacturer makes the rings to ensure your scope is level with the bore. Material: Steel. Style: Ruger. Ring Diameter: 30 mm. Ring Height: .630 (measured from base of ring to bottom of scope tube).

Bill Hicks LEU 52301 Leupold 1 in. Extended Ring Mounts Ruger 77 Matte High $94.77 These solidsteel machined rings are the perfect mount for your Ruger rifle. Due to the contour of the Ruger 77 action rings for this rifle are not the same heights. The manufacturer makes the rings to ensure your scope is level with the bore. Material: Steel. Style: Ruger. Ring Diameter: 1 . Ring Height: .640 (measured from base of ring to bottom of scope tube).

Bill Hicks LEU 51042 Leupold 30Mm Ring Mounts Ruger 77 Matte High $100.24 These solidsteel machined rings are the perfect mount for your Ruger rifle. Due to the contour of the Ruger 77 action rings for this rifle are not the same heights. The manufacturer makes the rings to ensure your scope is level with the bore. Material: Steel. Style: Ruger. Ring Diameter: 30 mm. Ring Height: .530 (measured from base of ring to bottom of scope tube).

Bill Hicks LEU 49944 Leupold 1 in. Ring Mounts Ruger 77 Matte SuperHigh $82.01 These solidsteel machined rings are the perfect mount for your Ruger rifle. Due to the contour of the Ruger 77 action rings for this rifle are not the same heights. The manufacturer makes the rings to ensure your scope is level with the bore. Material: Steel. Style: Ruger. Ring Height: .435 (front) .565 (rear) (measured from base of ring to bottom of scope tube).

Ncstar MRUS Ncstar Ruger Mini 14 Mini 30 Ranch Rifle Weaver Scope Mount Silver $29.7 Includes mounting hardware. Weaver style rail fits only existing rugger Integrated mounts. Color: Silver. Dimension: 7 D.

Ncstar MRUB Ncstar Ruger Mini 14 Mini 30 Ranch Rifle Weaver Scope Mount Black $27.79 Includes mounting hardware. Weaver style rail fits only existing rugger Integrated mounts. Color: Black. Dimension: 7 D.

Nc Star Mrub Ruger Mini 14Mini 30 Ranch Rifle Weaver Scope MountBlack $28.19 Includes mounting hardware. Weaver style rail fits only existing rugger Integrated mounts. Color: Black. Dimensions: 7 D.

Nc Star Mrus Ruger Mini 14Mini 30 Ranch Rifle Weaver Scope MountSilver $29.7 Includes mounting hardware. Weaver style rail fits only existing rugger Integrated mounts. Color: Silver. Dimensions: 7 D.

Leupold Ruger 1 & 77/22 Ring Mounts, 1 Inch Low Black $90 Leupold designed these ring mounts in various sizes so you can mount any Leupold scope on a Ruger 1, M77, or 77/22 rifle. Machined from solid steel for critical tolerances and all around good looks, Leupold Ring mounts offer greater mounting flexibility for these Ruger rifles. Warranty: Full lifetime guarantee. If any product has defects in materials or workmanship, Leupold will, at their option, repair or replace it free. Even if you are not the original owner.

ProMag PM141A Tac Picatinny Scope Rail $69.55 Tactical Picatinny Scope Rail . Manufacture ID: PM141A. The PM141A Tactical Picatinny Ruger Ranch Scope Rail provides additional flexibility when mounting longer scopes electronic sights or night vision. The scope rail attaches directly to the integral bases on the Ranch rifle. The scope rail requires no modifications to the rifle; quickly attaches to Mini14 Ranch Mini30 6.8 Ranch rifles. The rail (10.5 long rail) positions the scope over the receiver for improved balance and better eye alignment. Machined from T6 aluminum then type III anodized. The Lightweight aluminum rail keeps weight to a minimum. The scope rail accepts both Weaverstyle and Picatinny rings and optics. Red dot holographic and other sights may be used as well. The scope rail fits only Ruger ranch rifles with integral scope bases. All mounting hardware included.

Tasco 4x15 Rimfire Rifle scope RF4X15D $7.99 Tasco 4x15 Rimfire Crosshair Rifle scope Black Gloss RF4X15D

Tasco 3-7x20 Rimfire Rifle Scope RF37X20D $18.99 Tasco 3-7x20 Rimfire Rifle Scope 30/30 Reticle Black Gloss RF37X20D

Bushnell Banner 3-9X50M Rifle Scope 713950 $117.99 Bushnell Banner 3-9x50 Rifle Scope Matte Multi-X 713950 Riflescope

Leupold Ruger M77 Scope Ring Mounts - Low - Black Matte - 60924 $90 These Leupold Ruger M77 Scope Ring Mounts are machined from solid steel for critical tolerances and all around good looks. Leupold Scope Ring Mounts offer greater mounting flexibility for these Ruger rifles.

NcSTAR Illuminated Rifle Scope - 3-12x56E Silver Scope / Green / Ring SEFS31256G $68 NcSTAR Illuminated Rifle Scope - 3-12x56E Silver Scope / Green / Ring SEFS31256G Riflescope

NcSTAR Regular Rifle Scope - 3-9x40 Rubber Scope / Ruby / Ring SFR3940R $40 NcSTAR Regular Rifle Scope - 3-9x40 Rubber Scope / Ruby / Ring SFR3940R Riflescope

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Nikon Monarch 8438 Rifle Scope $320.99 11.50 ft 11.50" Length 13.40 oz 2 - 8x 32 mm 4 mm 4" to 96.52 mm 46 ft - 11.50 ft @ 100 yard 8438 Monarch 8438 2-8 x 32 BDC Rifle Scope Lens Caps Windage Elevation Caps From carbine, to mountain rifle to deer rifle, this is a sweet little scope for any rifle with its wide power range, wide field of view and compact, lightweight size. Nikon has engineered the entire optical system to provide the shooter with a bright, sharp, incredibly flat sight picture and light transmission up to its theoretical maximum 95%. Fogproof Hunting Lifetime Matte Black Monarch Monarch 8438 2-8 x 32 BDC Rifle Scope Nikon Nikon Corporation Rifle Scope Shockproof Shooting Waterproof www.nikon.com

Nikon Monarch 8422 Rifle Scope $370.99 1.19 lb 13.50" Length 2.60 mm 25.20 ft - 75.60" @ 100 yard 4 - 16x 4" to 93.98 mm 42 mm 75.60" 8422 Monarch 8422 4-16 x 42 Rifle Scope Lens Caps Windage Elevation Caps Armed with more than 90 years of experience and a clean sheet of paper, our engineers created a flagship rifle scope that shattered the limits of what a rifle scope should be. Hunters continue to line up to get their hands on the new Monarch and experience this pioneering technology. Fogproof Hunting Matte Black Monarch Monarch 8422 4-16 x 42 Rifle Scope Nikon Nikon Corporation Rifle Scope Shockproof Waterproof www.nikon.com

Swiss Arms 4x32 Rifle Scope $29.95 The Swiss Arms 4X32mm airsoft rifle scope is an excellent choice for airsoft snipers. Magnify targets by 4 times for taking long range shots. The durable rubber finish body means fewer scratches and dings. This scope comes ready to use with the weaver mounting rings included. Quickly and easily attach this scope to your rifle s tactical rail and hone in your shot. Features: *Rifle scope. *Easy to adjust (no tool required). *Standard 1 inch (25.4mm) rubber finish body. *Included lens covers and weaver picatinny rings.

Allen Cases Ruger By Allen Gun Cases, 48 Inch Ruger Armor Scoped Rifle Case, Taupe $65.95 Ruger Armor Scoped Rifle Case: 48 inch - Color: Taupe - Corduroy Lining - 1200 Denier - 7/8 inch Foam - 8 Zipper - Armor

Tasco 3-9x40 World Class Rifle Scope $57.99 Tasco 3-9x40 World Class Rifle Scope 30/30 Reticle Matte Black DWC39X40N Type: Gun Scopes

Leupold FX-I 4x28mm Rimfire Rifle Scope $219.99 Leupold FX-I 4x28mm Rimfire Rifle Scope, Finish & Reticle Matte Black Finish, Fine Duplex Reticle

Bushnell Banner 3-9X40 CANTILEVER Rifle Scope 713947 $77.99 Bushnell Banner 3-9x40 Rifle Scope 6" Eye Relief Matte Multi-X 713947 Type: Gun Scopes