Ruger 77 .308
Anybody have any experience with this gun? My buddy is interested in one as he is need of a hunting rifle. Looks just like this one http://gunbroker.com/auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=18242810 but with a stainless barrel. I've never even handled a Ruger {rifle} so I could'nt help him out with any of his questions, so to those of you who have how would you rate them? It will mostly be used on deer\black bear or moose when he get's his draw. What are they worth?
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If it is a Ruger it has to be good. I think I would want a little more caliber for moose though. 0 -
I've never heard a bad thing about a Ruger before so I'm just going to tell him to buy it, so he can stop taking mine when we go hunting.
I shot my moose last year with a Browning .308, he didnt think that it was too small[:)], then again I watched my Brother in laws moose take 5 shots from a .300 before he fell down, 2 through the heart, 2 through the lungs & 1 in the neck. At just under 1400lbs he looked like he was swatting flies as the magnum kept drilling holes in him!
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the rifle you are looking at is a good rifle , the trigger may or may not be good , (light ) if you get a rifle that has a good trigger you're doing good , if not just have a gunsmith teak it a little or replace with a good after market trigger
just looked at the auction the guy is too high on his starting bid by about $50, before I woud pay $399 plus shipping and dealer fees on your end I would check with several shops in your area , you should be able to find a NIB rifle for around $450 , why buy used when you can buy a new one for just a little more0 -
I have had a number of Ruger 77s over the years and have liked them all. I do have some suggestions though. The best one in my collection is a 30-06 with a brown laminated stock. Yes, I also had the trigger "tweeked". This rifle seems to be a tad more consistent than the rest. I also have a .308 and like the other post said, I think I'd opt for the '06 over the .308 for the type of game described. Sometimes the area of the country you are hunting in also plays in the decision. My hunting is more in the open plains environment and the '06 seems to carry the punch I need out to the longer distances I am usually faced with. Hope this helps.
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I own the exact gun you have described, with a leupold scope. I have used it from hogs to deer and it is a great rifle. Light-weight for walking, and the .308 has the punch I need to knock down a Texas hog. Plenty accurate also.
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i too would suggest the 30-06 over the .308 but they both will get the job done . 0 -
I would get the Ruger 77 in 300WSM, Great rifle and a super powerful round with a short bolt throw,JMHO[^]
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For Freemant: I too have been tossing around the idea of a Ruger bolt action (laminated with stainless) in .308 or .30-06. How would you say it stacks up, accuracy-wise, with Winchester bolt actions, and others like Browning? 0 -
Ruger has since gone to the solid plastic stocks and done away with the cut out stocks. These guns are very top heavy because of these old style stocks are light and they do not balance very well and the recoil pad is harder than a rock. We like Rugers dont get me wrong but I would spend another 50-75 bucks and get the new one with the solid synthetic stock.
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for NOTPARS: I really don't think the stainless vs. blued affects the accuracy much, at least from my experience. The stainless would probably hold up better over the long run in a harsh environment. I have a Winchester M70 featherweight and an A-bolt Browning but they are all different calibers so a comparison for accuracy would probably be unfair. The triggers on all are not the best out of the box but can be improved drastically by any competent gunsmith. Over the years I have come to like the laminated wood stocks. I do not like the synthetic stocks. Another thing to consider- I am not a trained marksman, just your average hunter. All these guns will outshoot my ability to shoot them accurately so I seem to be the ultimate weak point. That being said, I would probably choose my Ruger over the others for several reasons. (1)It is a very well made piece. (2)It is the best overall value for what I need in terms of purchase price. (3)It seems to fit me the best. I have hunted successfully with all three but I still give the Ruger a slight edge. Again, this is just me and my unique situation. Someone else may have a completely different opinion based on their unique experiences and needs. I like all three. I LOVE my Ruger.
Terry0 -
NOTPARS , in my expirience they are all about the same . personally i dont like the rugers AS much . i would recomend a browning . i think the triggers are a little better than the ruger . the advantage of the ruger and the winchester is the price .
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The Ruger that you are talking about is a great gun. I like the cut out stock better than the new ones. Only draw back to the stock is it scratches/fades easily but can be rubbed out with some oil. The triggers are usually a little heavy but can be adjusted. I would buy it. 0 -
I have a 308 VT ruger. Have to say they do shoot well. Trigger work is needed . Timmey triggers work well. 0 -
Know many people that hunt with Rugers and love them.
As far as the .308 don't let the 30-06 posts above frighten you away. If you reload the .308 will do near the equiv of the -06, not exact but close enough that you and the game will not know the difference. the 30-06 is an American choice. I know .308 that have killed whitetail, elk, mule deer, and moose.
Choice of bullet is very important regardless of your choice. Study the bullet types. Something like a Nosler Parition would be my advice (MHO).
Remember no animal in the world can even out run a 22lr and where the bullet hits is more important than how much, how fast, and how many you throw at an animal.
That all said, I am sure some of the -06 fans would argue with me.
Either way, best of luck.
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