I'm trying to set up the .22 as my go to daytime coon calling rig. I'm thinking in November and December most days won't be that sunny. When a coon comes to the call they are usually moving pretty quick and at close range. The red dot should help me get on target quickly. I'm just hunting the groundhogs to see how I like the set up. I thought about a 1 1/2 - 4X scope but the forgiving eye relief on the red dot is a plus. I've got a 4X scope on the .410 barrel for this gun and may just switch them if need be. I'm sure the red dot would work well on the .410 for deer hunting. A few sessions hunting groundhogs will answer most of my questions.