Ruger M77 .22-250 Rem. 24” Heavy Barrel Bolt Action Rifle & Scope 1973 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,001.00
LSB#: LSB250804MF094
Make: Ruger
Model: M77
Serial Number: 70-56328
Year of Manufacture: 1973
Caliber: .22-250 Remington
Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine, Hinged Floorplate
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked with Ruger’s Southport address. The left side of the barrel is marked “.22-250”. The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number, and “Ruger M77”.
Barrel Length: 24” Heavy Contour Bull Barrel
Sights / Optics: There are no provisions for iron sights. The receiver is mounted with a Redfield 6-18x scope with an accu-range duplex reticle. The glass in the scope is clear. The scope shows light wear, with a few scattered dings in the scope’s finish and on the windage turret cap. Overall, the scope rates in Excellent condition. The scope is mounted on the receiver in 1” Ruger rings. The scope comes with Butler Creek brand flip-up scope covers.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one-piece checkered walnut, with capped semi-pistol grip, fluted straight comb, red rubber buttpad, and sling rings front and rear. there is a black nylon sling attached to the stock. The LOP measures 13 3/4″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock shows minor wear, with only the most minor of handling marks present. The checkering is well defined. The finish on the stock is strong throughout. The stock fits the barreled action tightly, with no play. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stock rates in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is some light fouling present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows minimal wear, with only minor operational wear on the action, and very slight surface corrosion starting on the pistol grip cap. The bluing is deep and dark throughout. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in Fine to Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the tang mounted safety. The trigger has a light, crisp and clean break. We did not fire this rifle, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with the scope, scope covers, and the sling as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: The Ruger M77 established itself as Ruger’s answer to the classic controlled-round-feed bolt rifle — straightforward, rugged, and built with accuracy in mind — and this 1973 heavy-barrel example brings those virtues to a dedicated varmint platform. The heavy 24? barrel, clean checkered walnut, and quality fit-and-finish on this example reflect Ruger’s production standards of the era; fitted with a Redfield 6–18x and supplied with Butler Creek flip-up covers and a sling, the rifle presents as a nicely appointed, ready-to-shoot varmint rig that balances stability, handling, and classic American rifle character.
Chambered in .22-250 Remington — a high-velocity, flat-shooting cartridge ideal for extended-range varmint work — this M77 is well suited to precise shot placement at distance. The rifle retains about 98% of its original finish, the bore checks bright and rates 9.5/10, and the walnut stock is tight and in Excellent condition with only minimal handling wear. The action and safety functioned correctly during our inspection and the trigger breaks light and clean. Please check out our high quality photos, and good luck on your bids! – J.D.
