Ruger M77
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Ruger M77 - 10/20/2009 4:09:27 PM
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Vikinghater
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I have a chance to buy a used Ruger M-77 of a neighbor and it has the top tang safety. Now I used to own one of these and I do remember there was a recall on these with somthing about the letter "T" inscribed under the bolt handle and then they changed the safety all together on these rifles. Does anyone here have the scoop on the rugers? This rifle looks brand new and he has the first two boxes of shells he bought with the rifle , one is full , the other has 7 shells left in it!!!! I have talked to this guy at least once a week or every other week and I had no idea he even had rifles!!!
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RE: Ruger M77 - 10/21/2009 2:53:22 PM
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Vikinghater
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Do I smell bad or somthing? nobody will answer my posts??!!
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RE: Ruger M77 - 10/21/2009 3:46:24 PM
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vipermann7
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No bad smell that I can tell. I have a Ruger M-77 in 25-06 that I bought new about 4 years ago, but I don't happen to know anything about the recall you're talking about. All I know is my gun shoots great, so sorry to be no use!
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RE: Ruger M77 - 10/22/2009 7:29:39 AM
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shaman
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http://www.ruger.com/Firearms/PDF/SafetyAnnouncements/M77.pdf I think this is what you're looking for-- found it on the website. quote:
Sturm, Ruger manufactured M77 bolt action rifles from 1968 to 1991. The trigger overtravel adjustment set screw (shown on right) in a few of these rifles may not be securely tightened and may move too readily. This change in original adjustment can, in extreme cases, either cause the rifle to fire unexpectedly (with the safety “off) or cause the rifle to not fire at all. This may occur suddenly and without warning. Ruger M77 bolt action rifles produced in later years have this set screw permanently secured. These rifles have a “T” inscribed on the underside of the bolt handle. This condition cannot occur in any of our other firearms as their trigger mechanisms differ. Please note in particular that this condition cannot occur in Ruger M77 Mark II bolt action rifles, which are of an entirely different design. For your safety, we ask that all owners of M77 rifles (except those with a “T” underneath the bolt handle) contact us, using the coupon below. You will receive a new locking screw that will replace your present overtravel adjustment set screw and detailed instructions for quick, easy installation. There is no charge for this service and replacing the screw will have no adverse effect on trigger pull. Do not use your M77 rifle until you have received and installed the replacement screw
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RE: Ruger M77 - 10/25/2009 8:55:28 AM
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CB on the run
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VH- I'm on my second Ruger 77. Both are shooters. I sold the 1st 'newer' one because I didn't like the 3 position wing safety which is why I've never owned a Winchester or Kimber. My current 77 is custom barreled to the 280 Ackley Improved with the tang safety. I've only shot factory ammo out of it so far but it shoots. I removed my bolt and noticed a number inscribed on it. Mine started with '99' which I believe to be the year it was made. If you follow the recall the Mr. Shaman posted you should be able to get a feel if the gun falls within the recall dates. In any event it seems like a quick, easy fix for any gunsmith probably taking no more than 10 minutes. Good luck. CB
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RE: Ruger M77 - 10/27/2009 9:48:07 PM
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MinneWis35
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Buy the gun. Call Ruger and they will send you a part that is relatively simple to replace. I took my two guns to that store in Lomira (back when I was living in WI) and I think they charged me $10/gun. My two Rugers shoot pretty well (my 7mm is very accurate and my .270 is acceptable), so you should be happy with the gun. Good luck.
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RE: Ruger M77 - 11/7/2009 10:57:11 AM
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mgemmill
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Minniewis, what are u using in your 7mm I have one and not sure where to start. Shot PMC and Winchester. Win was ok but not grt thanks , Mark
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