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[jd_huntalot]

Greetings CGN, you'll have to forgive me if I've posted this thread in the wrong section but I thought the precision rifle guys may have the answers I'm looking for. The gun in question is a newer ruger m77 hawkeye stainless synthetic in 7mm rem mag. I'm looking for a bit more accuracy out of it, and the stock is at best not my favorite. I have worked my handloads over and am at 69.5 gr of RL22 with 168gr vlds, this load has given the best results. The main question I need answering is will a stock designed for a m77 MKII work for my gun (obviously with possible minor adjustments)? The only other stock that was in consideration was the Hogue with the full pillar bedding. Just looking for opinions, all considerations welcome. Also I've been considering crowning the barrel, is it worth it?
Thanks!

 

[Obtunded]

Changing the stock will have limited effect on accuracy; bedding the stock may help a small amount. Ruger bolt actioned rifles are not known for their accuracy and as such are seldom used as the basis for precision rifles. I would save the money on upgrades quite honestly and either enjoy it as it is, or sell it and find something more conducive to precision shooting.

The most substantive upgrade you can make to improve accuracy would be to change the barrel out. This will end up being rather expensive relative to the value of the rifle, but if you love the gun, it is possible to upgrade your results.

One of the most reasonably proced upgrades can be done through "Bits of Pieces" . They are in Vancouver carries Heym barrels. These can be gotten for about $200 and will represent a significant improvement over the Ruger stock barrel. You would need to pay for the installation.