Ruger M77 Actions

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Are these good enough actions to build a custom on? I see a slew of Remington's, Winchester's, and Savages but I haven't seen or handled many customs based off the Ruger M77. Are they harder to make shoot good? Or are the shooters just happy the way they come from the factory?

How good is the M77 at keeping the shooter safe in the event of case failure? I wanted to build a custom off the CZ527 but none of the stocks I wanted will inlet for the CZ but they will all do a ruger so I have moved on to considering that option. I have read alot of people bashing the fact that they are cast but Ruger has been around along time and I doubt it should be and issue right?

Whats the differences between the M77 MKII and the hawkeye? Is one better than the other? Thanks
 
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If you've never seen them use for a custom, there might be a reason why....

As the difference between the MKII and the Hawkeye... well... the Hawkeye is something I would describe as ####ty (the finish I mean ). They advertise it as some kind of an improve model, but in my book, they're trying to cut on the finish. :rolleyes:

Again, in my book, the bead blasted matte blue is cheap. My choices are polished blue (like the old MKII) or if you go for a matte finish, we'll the list is pretty long (parkerizing, powder coating, KG gun cote...etc). Bead blasted matte blue and weather resistance shouldn't be use in the same sentence.

I would use a Ruger as it is. I would never put money on them. Go for a Win 70 if you want to go the custom route and need the CRF feature. A CZ 550 also maybe be a good option if you still nee the CRF.

My 2 cents.
 
Jayph said:
Are these good enough actions to build a custom on? I see a slew of Remington's, Winchester's, and Savages but I haven't seen or handled many customs based off the Ruger M77. Are they harder to make shoot good? Or are the shooters just happy the way they come from the factory?
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I have a friend who actually seems to prefer Ruger actions to build his customs on. I never really asked him why, but witnessed him shooting 3-4'' groups out to 700yds. You can't argue with results like that!
 
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I would use a Ruger as it is. I would never put money on them. Go for a Win 70 if you want to go the custom route and need the CRF feature. A CZ 550 also maybe be a good option if you still nee the CRF.

My 2 cents.
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I need a .223 bolt face and the CZ527 doesn't have the stocks availiable that I would like. Thats the reason for considering the ruger
 
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I have asked the same question of gunsmiths about the Ruger M77 action and they tell me that because the Ruger action is investment cast the resultant metalwork is harder than a forged or machined action. This makes the action very hard on tooling, which is expensive. In addition just about every part one could wish for to customise a Remington 700 or Winchester 70 action is available from some specialist or other so these are the popular actions to use.
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I like Ruger rifles, and I would have no problem basing a custom on a RUger action, as long as the gunsmith didn't have any issues with it...

But as said, there are waaay more aftermarket parts for Remingtons and Winchesters. Still, there are barrels and triggers for RUgers, the rest of the action is pretty good, although some prefer Mdl 70 safety.
 
nothing wrong with a Ruger 77 MkII, I've put barrels into a couple. One I did in 35 Whelen for a member of this board was restocked with a McMillam by the owner. He likes it. If one wants or feels he needs controlled feed I think the Ruger is a good option in a new rifle. The safety is good but the trigger is not the greatest but it can be worked over or replaced. As for the comment about the action being harder than most,...how bloody hard can it be?...and how much machining has to be done to the reciever itself anyway?
After market parts availability?...what does a Ruger really need in the way of parts?..other than maybe a trigger, which is readily available. Stocks are available also.
 
I am a huge Savage supporter, but if I were to buy a new rifle it would be a stainless Ruger M77, either a MkII or a Hawkeye.

They do new a little work sometimes to get them to shoot well but they are an unbelievable action. Based on the single greatest rifle design of all time.

I like Savage's because everything is cheap and easy (with the exception of stocks) in regards to customization, but the Ruger's are beautiful, durable, and interesting.

If I were to build a custom rifle from the ground up it would be a Ruger action or an FN 98.

My 2 cents anyways
 
I think you'll see more custom Rugers come out in future. I remember how in the mid-1970's, about the only thing being done up as high-dollar customs were pre-64 Model 70's and Mauser 98's. A very few upstart smiths were starting to do some custom Remington 700's. Times change.
I know Brownells has sold Ruger barreled actions to make custom rifles for quite some time. And Ruger had a reputation for so-so accuracy until they started making their own barrels a few years ago; that has probably helped them.
 
The Ruger could be used to make a custom rifle with no real problems. Machining is not a problem (I just now finished re-threading one). The slab-sided appearance is a bit of an aquired taste. It all depends what you are after as far as a "custom" rifle is concerned.
Stockmakers probably don't care too much for the angled guard screw. In the end, they are as usable as any current production action. Regards, Bill
 
Leeper said:
The Ruger could be used to make a custom rifle with no real problems. Machining is not a problem (I just now finished re-threading one). The slab-sided appearance is a bit of an aquired taste. It all depends what you are after as far as a "custom" rifle is concerned.
Stockmakers probably don't care too much for the angled guard screw. In the end, they are as usable as any current production action. Regards, Bill
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Well after you are done the old ladies rifle I have decided it's my turn :D I have a pretty good idea of what I want it's just trying to find the components availiable to actually do it.
 
I have a 338win mag, ruger m77 hawkeye, 1977 model. Looking to upgrade to a new aftermarket barrel, has anyone tried? Any ideas on manufacturer for M77 replacement? I also reload my own cartridges if this is helpful
 
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