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<blockquote data-quote="PillsburyDoughboy" data-source="post: 5313757" data-attributes="member: 14197"><p>I responded above about Red Dots but I went back and re-read your post a bit deeper and realized this was for a 6 year old. A 6 year old I would definitely stick with the red dot and keep it simple. Having to explain cross hairs and adjusting to eye relief in a traditional scope can be problematic for alot of up and coming shooters and I especially see that in younger shooters. </p><p></p><p>Something that needs to be addressed first and foremost is the stock on that rifle. I am not sure what Length of Pull that came from the factory but I can tell you right now compact or no compact at 6 years old the Length of pull is way to long for him. If you are dead set on a traditional scope getting the correct length of pull on the stock will make a HUGE difference in the way he can adjust to the rifle and the scope. </p><p></p><p>My sons first rifle at the age of 9 was a TC contender and we had the stock adjusted to 12 inch length of pull. Pretty darn short. When he got older we had the factory one put back on. You could do the same thing with the Ruger. Just put a spacer in when he gets older. </p><p></p><p>As for the question about Scout Scopes. The scout concept is a great concept for young and first time shooters. It needs a Caveat though. It must be built correctly. With that said if its built correctly its going to be lightweight and have somewhat of a kick if in proper caliber. Also going to be a bit muzzle heavy having the Scout scope on the barrel. Although if its built properly it should be fairly balanced. Most Scout builds I have seen don't feel balanced. Only a few turn out correctly. If you were thinking about putting a Scout Scope in the traditional spot on a conventional Rifle. It won't work. It needs to be out around the area where the rear sight would be on a rifle. Scout scopes are basically pistol scopes in terms of eye relief. </p><p></p><p>Address the stock first . This will save you a lot of money.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="PillsburyDoughboy, post: 5313757, member: 14197"] I responded above about Red Dots but I went back and re-read your post a bit deeper and realized this was for a 6 year old. A 6 year old I would definitely stick with the red dot and keep it simple. Having to explain cross hairs and adjusting to eye relief in a traditional scope can be problematic for alot of up and coming shooters and I especially see that in younger shooters. Something that needs to be addressed first and foremost is the stock on that rifle. I am not sure what Length of Pull that came from the factory but I can tell you right now compact or no compact at 6 years old the Length of pull is way to long for him. If you are dead set on a traditional scope getting the correct length of pull on the stock will make a HUGE difference in the way he can adjust to the rifle and the scope. My sons first rifle at the age of 9 was a TC contender and we had the stock adjusted to 12 inch length of pull. Pretty darn short. When he got older we had the factory one put back on. You could do the same thing with the Ruger. Just put a spacer in when he gets older. As for the question about Scout Scopes. The scout concept is a great concept for young and first time shooters. It needs a Caveat though. It must be built correctly. With that said if its built correctly its going to be lightweight and have somewhat of a kick if in proper caliber. Also going to be a bit muzzle heavy having the Scout scope on the barrel. Although if its built properly it should be fairly balanced. Most Scout builds I have seen don't feel balanced. Only a few turn out correctly. If you were thinking about putting a Scout Scope in the traditional spot on a conventional Rifle. It won't work. It needs to be out around the area where the rear sight would be on a rifle. Scout scopes are basically pistol scopes in terms of eye relief. Address the stock first . This will save you a lot of money. [/QUOTE]
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