I've only ever used a scope on one .22 rifle, the almost bone stock 10/22 I have now. To me it's just for plinking, cheap fun shooting and squirrel hunting.
So my input may not be very valuable on this subject but......
I love the Vortex Diamondback 2-7x35 rimfire scope that sits atop that rifle.
The scope is large enough that it sorta dwarfs that little carbine but it works great. It's clear, bright enough and you can see the bullet holes @ 50 yd targets.
At 100 yd's, the bullet holes are harder to see on plain paper when up on 7 power. Reactive targets, no problem.
When down on 2 power, you can shoot 5 ft (or less) in front of the muzzle and actually see what you're shooting!
Lower magnification settings are also good for keeping running game in your field of view.
Danged if I can see anything wrong with the rail that came with that rifle.
Just my .02 worth.
