Older model with tang safety and sights. The overall short (carbine-length) 37-3/4 inch length was in part due to the short barrel and also to the location of the act, This late '80s vintage Model 77 has the original-style tang safety and the heavy varmint barrel. If you are serious about collecting M77's this is one you won't get too many chances to buy. The bolt body and handle were also constructed of stainless steel. These were made only three years. The tang safety was replaced with a three-position, wing-style safety that locked the bolt closed when in the “on” position but still blocked the firing pin in the middle position, allowing safe removal of a cartridge from the chamber. Manufacturer: RUGER. 300 Win Mag cal. Metal surfaces rate excellent, abrasion present on left side of stock above trigger guard. After firing and extracting the case, the plunger ejector kicks the case out the ejection port as soon as the case mouth clears the receiver ring. $149.95. It has rightfully earned a good reputation and will be with us for many years to come. Rather, as the cartridge is stripped from the magazine, it stays in front of the extractor until it is chambered, at which point the beveled extractor snaps over the cartridge rim when the bolt closes. Long a staple in the Ruger lineup, the 77/22 was introduced to the shooting public in 1994, and this new model should be a crowd pleaser. It is your responsibility to confirm the dimensions of your firearm with the supplied dimensions of our part. Ruger 77 Mark II rare Stainless Walnut 25-06 in box GI#: 101588804 This is a VERY hard to find Ruger 77 Stainless with walnut stock in the even harder to find 25-06. Metal and wood are very good to excellent. While there was a transition period to produce barrels for all calibers in house, by the end of original M77 production in 1992, most rifles were fitted with Ruger-made barrels, substantially improving overall accuracy. The resulting profile is attractive to many people, this writer included, but it should be pointed out that this is more of a personal taste. The rifle has a 24 inch heavy barrel and nice walnut stock. SOLD Caliber Info:.25-06 Rem. The bolt is fitted with a plunger ejector, however, and the bolt face is countersunk with approximately half the circle measuring around .120-inch deep and the other half .030-inch deep. Recessed muzzle and a very smooth and crisp trigger pull with 3.5# break. This is the case for the new Ruger Model 77/22 chambered for the .22 Hornet. I want to get a thumb hole stock but don't really know where to get one to fit with the heavy barrel. Includes rings. USING A TANG SAFETY RUGER 77 AND A 24" KRIEGER STAINLESS HEAVY BARREL CHAMBERED IN .270 WINCHESTER MAKING AN EXCELLENT LONG RANGE ACCURAT, About excellent overall condition with limited light handling marks, desirable tang safety. Cal. • La, Ruger 77\22 All-Weather Zytel Stock,22LR,20" Barrel,SS,Simmons 22 Magnum Silver 3-9x32mm Scope, Excellent Condition with Original Box, No Papers,Excellent Bore!! Nice rifle in a harder to find configuration. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines. This has been shot some, but not very much. Regardless, the M77 has proven to be a great rifle. This classy rifle was offered in calibers ranging from .270 Winchester to .458 Lott, as well as the large .416 Rigby. The bore is very good. Industry “experts” warned that a cast bolt would not last and that it must be machined from solid bar stock steel. Ejector, Standard Long Action & Magnum, Factory Original, New. • L. NIB Lipsey's exclusive Ruger 77 Hawkeye African in .275 Rigby (model 47180). Sullivan had worked for Gene Stoner at Armalite and played a major role in the development of the M16 rifle and other firearm designs. Apparently I am not the only one fond of M77s, as many variations and rare calibers are being snatched up by collectors, bringing a premium. Bore is excellent. Ruger PC-9 Carbine in 9 MM. For example, the bolt was changed to offer controlled-round feeding, and the ejector was changed to a blade type, which was a desirable change especially appreciated by dangerous-game hunters. 1986 • Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. 24 inch barrel with sights and rings. The stock was more rounded and received a new checkering pattern that provided a refreshed appearance. Marring and usage marks present primarily on forend. We have over 45 years in business, and not only do we buy guns, but we accept collections (and si, Ruger Model 77, mfg 1978. No box. While space will not permit a detailed discussion, the M77 features a gas arrest and deflection system that receives high marks for shooter protection. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines. Blue and bore are also excellent! Round count approx. Features a rugged, stainless steel bolt with 90° bolt throw and rapid lock time for added accuracy. Karl Kahles scoped, tang safety, round bolt. However, testing revealed that bolts machined from bar stock featured a lengthwise grain structure that set them up with a natural fracture point when put under extreme stress, whereas cast bolts feature a rearranged grain structure that proved much stronger. GUN COLLECTIONS WANTED FOR CASH! RUGER M77 OLD STYLE TANG SAFETY FACTORY. The simple trigger was adjustable for pull and after-travel. Has no iron sights. Early Ruger M 77 Tang Safety in excellent condition. Looks new in original box with papers. Ruger 77 Bolt Rifle .250 Savage Excellent, Ruger 77 Hawkeye African 275 Rigby Lipseys, Ruger M77 Original Flat Bolt Tang Safety Model Chambered in 243 Winchester Mfd 1970 C&R Ok, Ruger M 77 6mm rem Bolt Rifle First Year Serial # 130, Ruger Model 77 Männlicher RSI 250 Savage 250-3000 Rare Chambering Near New Cond Bargain, Ruger M77 - Bolt Action - 7mm Mag Stk# A650. Good condition, heavy barrel rifle perfect or target shooting or varmint hunting. He also requested that the M77 be closely patterned after that design with forward twin locking lugs, a 90-degree bolt lift, etc. Up for grabs is a Ruger M77 chambered in 270Win. Ruger does not necessarily produce firearms in serial number order. In spite of retail prices creeping up in recent years, the Hawkeye remains reasonably priced. Beautiful woodgrain pattern. Blue is perfect and wood has only a light mark or two. This accuracy is from a complete factory rifle that is over 34 years old!! •, Ruger M77R Pre -Warning, 270 Win.,22" Barrel,Tang Safety ,Red Pad, Redfield 3-9X WA Scope In Ruger Rings,Excellent Condition,97% Bluing,97% Wood with only Very minor dings, Cira 1973,Excellent Bo, This Ruger Model M77 is a right hand bolt action rifle in 7mm Rem. 1 rifle, but his first real assignment was to develop a bolt-action rifle to compete directly with the Winchester Model 70 and Remington Model 700, with the two 7s of those models eventually becoming “77” in the M77 nomenclature. Tests were conducted on M77 bolts as well as major competing rifles using a Tinnius-Olsen dynometer with a hydraulic ram, which recorded the pressure required to shear off the locking lugs. I've only fired 20 rounds through this rifle - the Safari fell through. Ruger had great admiration and respect for the Mauser ’98 action, which is reliable, durable and tough as nails. I have a M77 25-06 with a heavy barrel that the stock needs replaced on. The rings are available in different heights and allow proper mounting for virtually all common scopes. We have over 45 years in business, and not only do we buy guns, but we accept collections (a. The floorplate is hinged, and the release is located inside the trigger guard. It is a collectabl, The Ruger M77 Compact rifle features nice wood, and well-maintained metal. $6.25 SOme handling marks on it. M77 6 mm Rem. 24 inch barrel. Bluing still really good condition. Estimated Barrel Order Lead Time (IN WEEKS) Due to the production time on a custom barrel, McGowen requires a 50% Deposit on this product. Ruger - 77 Hawkeye - .375 Ruger caliber - Item Number: RUG712-21289 Rifle type: Bolt Action Action: Bolt Action Barrel length: 20 Sights: Factory Sights Weight: 8 lbs, Excellent overall condition, minimal light handling marks to wood. As for this particular, This is an early Ruger 77 Sporter in 7mm Remington. Early M77 rifles featured a nearly S-shaped, flat bolt handle (bottom) while later rifles were fitted with a more traditional swept handle and round knob. However, I maintain that the latter two models are significant improvements in design and function. We rate this at 92 to 95% condition. Some shooters feel that it fails to adequately secure the action in the stock while others are quick to point out that it prevents popular aluminum pillar bedding that normally surrounds the guard screws. No iron sights. The M77 receiver is dovetailed to accept factory supplied rings made of steel. Claw-type extractor, full length Mannlicher style stock with capped pistol grip and factory recoil pad, 100% gun that appears unfired, inclu, Ruger M77 Varmint in 22-250,  Two digit prefiix serial number, Flat Bolt, 24" Varmint barrel, Hinged Floorplate, 1" Leather sling, Tang Safety, Weaver K 12 w/ Ruger rings, High gloss me, Excellent plus overall condition, a few light handling marks to wood. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. When the 77-GS Gunsite Scout rifle was developed in 2011, one of the masterminds behind that project told me that the Ruger was chosen because it was “by far the most rugged and reliable bolt action readily available . Lipsey's. For example, from the beginning it was planned to be manufactured using investment castings for the receiver and bolt. New for 2018 is the Long-Range Target in .300 Win. This rifle has a 24” heavy barrel, tang safety, red pad, and beautiful Walnut stock. Excellent condition M77 in 280 Remington. . Model: M77 OLD MODEL. The bolt face is clean and remains blue, it does not look like the rifle has been fired much if any outside of the factory. It is in the most desirable, This 7mm Mag Ruger M77 bolt action rifle has a blued tapered round 1-1/8” to 9/16” x  23-1/4” barrel with a Bushnell Sportview 3X Scope. Really nice, clean gun. The bolt is a one-piece design (for greater strength) with an integrated bolt handle that results in it being nearly impossible to break off, and it also serves as a third locking lug. You will pay 50% now, and be invoiced for the remainder when your barrel is ready to ship. It comes with 2-10 round magazines and one magazine that I believe to be a 32 rounder, since I loaded it, Ruger M77 300 Win Mag. NO SCOPE RINGS, No Box, No Manual. This rifle is in almost new condition! One of Bill Ruger’s goals was to produce a quality, reliable rifle that could be purchased for “about a week’s pay” of an average American worker. Hollow bolt, red pad, tang safety. ! High condition, low round count rifle. Comes with original box and scope rings. The M77 Hawkeye first appeared in 2007 and was based on the MK II action with a steel floorplate and a new LC6 trigger that offered a lighter pull. Can someone help me? 1 Item(s) Show. It is true that the flat-bottom receiver combined with the 62-degree angle guard screw that mounts directly into the recoil lug is not a common or popular choice among precision rifle builders, but in sporter-weight field rifles it can produce excellent accuracy. My two cents worth is that the recoil lug is fully adequate when firing standard-caliber cartridges. Stainless. The VT and VLE rifles have a laminated stock which is nicely contoured with a very wide forend. At left is an M77R .280 Remington, and at right is a M77RS .338 Winchester Magnum. Will pretty much drop anything you care to target. These are photos of my COMPLETELY factory Ruger M77 Tang Safety rifle chambered in 6mm Remington with the factory 24" heavy varmint barrel and the accuracy I get from this tack driver. Mfd. Mfd. Ruger - Model 77 RSI, .243 Win. - Laminated Stock - Heavy Varmint Barrel - French Grey Finish - Gun is in excellent condition with a very good bore. The Ruger M77 was offered in both (top) long- and (bottom) short-action lengths. It has a 24 inch barrel. Ruger M77 Mark II - 22-250 Rem. It is in excellent condition and I’m sure only a few rounds fired. Scope shown not incl, This Ruger Model M77 Mark II is a right hand bolt action stainless steel rifle in 7mm Rem. Many Ruger M77s (of all three generations and in many calibers) are in my personal hunting rifle collection. Sights included a fully adjustable rear, and a front with interchangeable blades. Red pad tang safety, round bolt configuration. • Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees, This Ruger remains in excellent overall condition showing just a few light use marks in the wood. Steel is AISI 4140 heat-treated chrome-moly. This rifle comes in the original factory box with the rings, sling, 23" BARREL QUARTER RIB WITH 1 STANDING 2 FOLDING FACTORY RECOIL PAD GREAT CONDITION WITH SOME LIGHT HANDLING MARKS 9LBS 11 OZ 13 1/2" LOP, 23" BARREL  ADJUSTABLE ISLAND REAR SIGHT FACTORY RECOIL PAD GREAT CONDITION WITH SOME LIGHT HANDLING 8LBS 5 OZ 13 1/2" LOP, RUGER MODEL 77 .458 WINCHESTER MAGNUM, long action , tang safety, weight: 8 3/4 pounds without ammo, LOP: 14 inches, integral scope mount on receiver (factory 1" rings included), rear fol, First Year Production 3 digit serial number with flat bolt, red pad tang safety. This rifle provides a rugged solution for the toughest environments on the planet. I am not able to access the twist rate chart, so could someone tell me what the barrel twist rate for a thumb safety M77 in .458 win mag, is. I see only a couple minor handing marks on … M77 stainless/synthetic in 350 Rem magnum. For example, the sides are flat, as is the bottom. The Ruger mounting system has several advantages, including that there is no base to install, and neither can it work loose from recoil. = 100. This rifle is the premium grade Circassian walnut with hand cut checkering and ebony forend tip, integral barrel and sightin, Sturm Ruger M77 chambered in 7x57mm Mauser is in excellent with small handling marks on the stock. The few you will see are always highly sought after. I have seen them used extensively in Alaska on fishing boats where they have rusted severely from salt water, and used by brown bear guides that virtually never maintain or care for them but are willing to stake their lives on the rifle’s reliability – the old Rugers just keep working. Set Descending Direction. The rifle comes with the box and rings. It includes a Tasco Pronghorn scope already mounted to the rifle. This is an early version that features. Ruger M77 Heavy Barrel in .25-06, Like New In Box Description: This Ruger M77 looks like new. Mag. .25-06 Remington, This Ruger PC-9 carbine has a 16 inch barrel, threaded for a suppressor (not included.) Ruger M77 300 WSM MKII This rifle is in like new condition. The butt stock is a checkered gr, Another fine “ESTATE” firearm offered by Dust 2 Dollars. Ruger M77 25-06 Heavy Barrel for sale online. T. This is a BRAND NEW IN BOX Ruger M77 Chambered in .280 Ackley Improved. The stock is a checkered walnut pistol grip butt an, 416 Rigby by Ruger. Ruger 77 RSI Mannlicher 22-250. The SAR Rifle is designed to be a compact survival rifle chambered in.30-06 Springfield. Ruger Model M77 rifle,.22-250 Rem. We offer you a Ruger M77 Original Flat Bolt Tang Safety Model Chambered in 243 Winchester. For more than 70 years, Ruger has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. It comes with scope rings. The SAR Rifle,.30-06 caliber, RUGER, Model M77 is a rifle designed for use by Canada's search and rescue technicians (SAR Techs) and aircrews. Scope not  included in price. Ruger also came up with the idea for a slanted front guard screw designed to pull the action down and to the rear when tightened. Sku: 77011 Ruger 77 MKII Long Action Heavy/Varmint Barrel Pillar Bed Stock. The blue is excellent showing only light use and the wood has only a few minor marks. By 1989 Ruger began offering the M77 MK II rifle that shared many of the same features as the original M77, but it was a significant redesign. Among the more interesting variants are the M77RS Express and M77RSM Express that feature premium-grade Circassian walnut stocks, ebony forend tips, folding express rear sights that mount in the quarter rib machined as part of the barrel, and a handsome banded front sight. HERITAGE, RUGER M77, TANG SAFETY, SHORT ACTION, FACTORY BARREL CHANNEL Barrel Dimensions: Point A = 1 3/16" and Point B = 3/4" Center to Center of Action Screws: 7 5/16" Over All Length of Part: 31 1/2" Comes with Boyds' 1/2" Rubber Recoil Pad. "Early tang safety model. Controlled round feed action with Redfield 2X-7X scope! 26" heavy barrel with perfect bore. Remarkably, the cast Ruger bolt proved strongest of all. The M77 MK II also became available in many variations such as the popular All-Weather (stainless steel), Compact, Frontier, Target and others. In Stock. Featured Gun Classifieds Ruger Rifles - 77, 20" Barrel with sights, Rifle is new and unfired comes in its original box with paperwork & rings, buyer pays 50.00 shipping Pa residents add 6% sales tax, Price is for check or money order C. 23" Barrel, Walnut Stock, Rifle looks new and unfired Comes with its original box papwerwork and rings, Buyer pays 50.00 shipping Pa residents add 6% sales tax, Price is for check or money order, 22" Barrel, rifle is new and unfired in its original box with rings and paperwork, Has NICE grain in wood, Buyer pays 50.00 shipping Pa residents add 65 sales tax, Price is for check or money ord, THIS IS A 1988 RUGER M77 7MM REMINGTON MAGNUM CALIBER BOLT ACTION REPEATER WITH ORIGINAL RED BUTT PAD  THE BLUE FINNISH WILL RATE 98% WITH THE WORST BEING ON THE FLOOR PL, UP FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IS A RUGER 77-22 -TRI COLORED - IN .22 LR WITH THE BOX. All the metal work is a flat black finish vs. the flat grey color of the VT rifles. Sullivan’s experiments during the development of the M77 are revealing. Cal. 77-Series Rifles The Ruger family of 77-Series bolt-action rifles. Introduced in 1968, the Ruger M77 was designed primarily as a hunting rifle. Over the years I have used many dozens of Ruger rifles to hunt game, test-fire and develop extensive handload data. Exceptions include the M77ST and M77FP, which had round-top receivers that were drilled and tapped for traditional scope mounting. Sort By. Ruger outlined his ideas of what the new rifle should be and had continual influence in its design features throughout its research and development period. On the other hand, many 7mm and .30-caliber barrels (as well as others) are of lesser quality, which results in groups that often vary from 1.5 to 2.5 inches (sometimes larger) even when using top-quality ammunition. 16" Barrel, rifle looks new, comes with its original box, paperwork, rings, Buyer pays 50.00 shipping Pa residents add 6% sales tax, rice is for check or money order, Cc add 3%, Ruger - Model 77 RSI, .243 Win. The trigger guard was changed to steel and included an improved floorplate released from outside the trigger guard. Support Documents. He certainly achieved that goal and created a highly respected classic in the process. 1974 • Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. All the metal is in 99% condition. Cold hammer-forged barrel results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy and longevity. Excellent bore. 18 ½” Barrel. The Ruger M77 MkII VLE is Ruger’s little known Law Enforcement tactical rifle. 18 ½” Barrel. Excellent overall condition, minimal handling marks. When fitted with a quality barrel and bedded correctly (including free floating, partially bedded or full-length bedded), many of these rifles are capable of almost unbelievable accuracy, with many chambered in so-called “deer” cartridges producing 100-yard groups under .5 inch with carefully tailored handloads. The bolt stop is similar in shape and size to the Mauser ’98, but it is simpler, strong and features a unique buffer that serves to absorb shock. Floor plate has a couple tiny marks. Actually, I can't find any information about this gun. The rifle is based off of the M77 MkII VT target/varmint rifle but has a few changes. • Lay-a-way available for this, This older Ruger red pad remains in excellent overall condition showing only some light impressions in the wood. Wood still in good conditoin. Some were of truly outstanding quality and produced remarkable accuracy. 406-755-4907 | 4051 US Hwy 93 South, Kalispell MT 59901 | admin@mcgowenbarrel.com However, Sullivan is generally credited for being the actual designer. A little bluing loss at muzzle. The rifle is based on the standard Ruger M77 Mk II rifle but the barrel has been shortened to 14.5". While this may not sound great by today’s standards, during that era this level of performance was acceptable by most shooters and hunters and was within the accuracy standards of most bolt-action rifle manufacturers. I don't know if it makes a difference, but the rifle was purchased in 1980. THIS GUN HAS A REALLY BEAUTIFUL TRI COLORED PATTERN, Created in conjunction with Sportsman's All-Weather, All-Terrain Marksmanship School at the FTW Ranch in Texas. During most of its production life, barrels were supplied by several manufacturers. 98-99% condition. It shows no signs of use at all and is in mint … Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. View as Grid List. Ruger / M77 MkII / Hawkeye / Short Action / Heavy/Varmint Barrel; Heavy/Varmint Barrel. In an effort to further improve the M77, Ruger started purchasing machines to begin producing cold hammer-forged barrels during the 1980s. The walnut used by Ruger is rather soft and prone to splitting with heavier recoiling rounds, and the glass bedding serves primarily as a preventive measure. 1968 • Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. This rifle f, Ruger 77 in 30-06 with laminate stock  Tang safety   Mint bore  Buris 3X9 scope  Stock has some nicks and scrapes (mostly in finish). The most commonly encountered Ruger M77 rifles feature sporter-weight barrels with walnut stocks. The Hawkeye is also offered in a left-hand version. He arrived at Ruger in time to help with the final engineering touches to the No. Original rings and box included. 6.5mm, Up for sale is a Ruger Magnum Model 77 RSM , 416 Rigby in great shape. The metal rates 99% and it comes with a set of newer rings with newer style screws. However, I personally glass bed the lug area when firing heavy-recoiling magnum calibers. This is a rather unique arrangement as it is not a controlled-round feed system. All M77 rifles featured a sliding tang safety that locked the bolt handle down when set on “safe.” By the early 1980s the design was changed to allow the bolt handle to be lifted when the safety is in the “on” position. A bolt guide (anti-bind lug) was dovetailed into the bolt, but that was soon changed to be machined as a part of the bolt body that, along with other design features, resulted in smooth operation. The Ruger M77 is an American made hunting rifle that has been a favorite among outdoorsmen for decades. Stock has some minor nicks and dings. Early M77s were fitted with a flat bolt handle at the request of Mr. Ruger and had a unique swept S-shape that was soon changed to a more conventional design with a round bolt handle.