Ruger 77/17 HM2 Rebarrel?

[analemma]

or is this a dumb idea?
LeBaron has a sale on the Ruger 77/17 HM2, and I am considering getting one and rebarreling in 22 LR?
Any idea of what this would cost?

Thanks

 

[stubblejumper]

If it is the old v-block barrel clamp design about $200 for a good barrel, and you can change it yourself.

 

[buffdog]

or is this a dumb idea?
LeBaron has a sale on the Ruger 77/17 HM2, and I am considering getting one and rebarreling in 22 LR?
Any idea of what this would cost?

Thanks

You might consider keeping it in the HM2 calibre. The Ammo can be bought for about $7.00 a box. That is about or less than the cost of .22 Long Rifle Target Ammo.

But the performance difference for a hunting rifle on Gophers or small Varmints is WOW, compared to the .22 LR. A very accurate and potent little cartridge that doesn't look like it would do much, but really performs on anything up to Coyotes within reasonable ranges.
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[analemma]

To hell with it!
Dealing with Le Baron's is nearly impossible. I called their toll-free number to check availability and was met with a very impolite and unhelpful response.
The store is not much better. I called locally to ask about availability and they promised to check and phone me back. That was yesterday.
I think it is water under the bridge, but the whole process has left me convinced that I won't deal with them unless I have no option.
From surly counter staff to a web catalog made up of .pdf files, they just don't get it.
Back to mail order for me.