what scope would you run on one of these little jewels?

3.5-10 leupold keep er svelte....

Dave, you need either a fixed 6x36 or a 2.5-8x36 on it.

I have two, one set up each way!

I LOVE that configuration!!! 24" 1a profile, handles like a dream!!

I wish they made more of 'em!

I have a 2.5-8x36 on the shelf-was wondering if that would be “just right”...

Yup! Probably my favorite setup.

Leupold 4.5-14X40.

Simply perfect.

kd

Sounds like you have the right scope sitting on the shelf......

Leupold 6x36 will work fine on a Ruger .25-06 AH.
Bob

The 2.5-8x36 works well too...

Had a Conquest 2.5-8 on mine. Sweet setup

Leupold 4.5-14x40 CDS w/ 257 weatherby dial and a rechamber job.

Sweet set-ups. I'm running a swarovski z5 3-18x44 and liking that set-up. The longer tube gives me more latitude to achieve the proper eye relief I wanted.

Leupold 2-7 or 2.5-8 would fit the bill IMO.