I think I posted this in the wrong sub forum, so I figured I'd post it here. I'm just wanting to know if the Weaver style rail that comes with the 10/22 is good to go, or if an aftermarket would be a better way to go.

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I used a Weaver base instead of the one that came with it. The weaver base you can still use iron sights when the scope/rds is removed or not on yet. Rugers base blocks the iron sights.

It's good to go imo.  Be sure to use some lock-tite on the set screws to anchor that bastard in and you wont have any problems.

^ the comment about the raised weaver base is spot on too if you wanted to go that route.

I was looking at these Midwest Industries    LaRue  I could've sworn one of them had a channel cut through the middle so you could use the front sights. But obliviously not. It's not too big of an issue for me, as I do plan on adding an aftermarket barrel, and not taking the scope off. Thanks guys!

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There really isn't anything all that wrong with the factory base other then the slots limit your mounting options.

My issue with most of the aftermarket 10/22 bases is that most of them are just too tall IMO. I guess that's fine if you are mounting a large scope and need the clearance but I tend to go for smaller scopes on the 10/22 (40mm Obj tops but usually stay with 36mm or smaller) and like to mount them as close to the bore axis as I can, especially with stocks like the factory one that do not have a raised comb. This also an area where I don't see any reason to spend big money.

If you don't have a need for an extended base, I've found the Weaver Multi-Slot Base (430T) is actually a decent base for not much money.

If you do need or want an extended and are willing to spend a little more, I recently picked up a DLASK Arms base (DSLAK at Brownells). I got the .375" model but I like that the offer different height bases so if you need or want a taller base for whatever reason, you have that option.

I think I'll try the base that came with it for now. Depending on eye relief and what not I'll probably go with the Midwest Industries base if I need an upgrade. The rifle is on a Magpul stock, so I'm not too worried about the extra height as I can add a higher comb piece to the stock if need be. Thanks guys!