Ruger M77 Gunsite Scout 308 Win. 16.5″ Bolt Action Rifle & Scope Rings 2011
SOLD FOR: $1,425.00
LSB#: LSB260616CR005
Make: Sturm Ruger & Co.
Model: M77 Gunsite Scout Rifle (06803)
Serial Number: 680-04695
Year of Manufacture: 2011
Caliber: .308 Winchester
Action Type: Bolt Action, fed by Detachable Magazine.
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked with Ruger’s 2-line warning & address. The left side of the barrel is marked “308 WIN”, along with a proof mark. The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number, and “RUGER GUNSITE SCOUT”.
Barrel Length: 16.5″. 19″ with Flash Hider installed. Threaded 5/8×24. 1:10″ Twist.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a protected blade, pinned to the barrel. The rear sight is an adjustable ghost ring aperture sight, screwed to the rear notch on the receiver. The top of the receiver is notched for Ruger scope rings, and the top of the barrel is mounted with a 6″ picatinny scout rail for mounting a scout scope.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one-piece checkered, black laminate wood stock, with a semi-pistol grip, fluted straight comb, serrated black rubber buttpad, a checkered forend, with dual sling studs on the forend and one sling stud on the buttstock. The LOP is adjustable by removable spacers, and the LOP measures 13 1/4″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad in its current configuration. The stock shows only the most minor of handling wear, with a couple of minor compression marks on the left side of the buttstock, one compression on the wrist, and two minor compressions on the bottom of the forend. The stock’s finish is intact, and the stock fits tightly to the barreled action, with no play. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stock rates in Fine to Excellent condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 1x 10rd factory Ruger AI-Pattern magazine, in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Matte Black Oxide
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light handling wear, with some minor tooling marks on the flash hider. Otherwise, the matte black oxide finish is intact throughout, with no other notable wear or imperfections. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the 3-position safety. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with 1″ Ruger scope rings, and the magazine as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: Ruger’s Gunsite Scout Rifle was developed around the scout-rifle concept popularized by Jeff Cooper, emphasizing a compact, handy, general-purpose bolt action rifle with practical sights, detachable-magazine capability, and forward optic mounting provisions. This 2011 Ruger M77 Gunsite Scout is chambered in .308 Winchester, a widely respected cartridge known for manageable recoil, broad ammunition availability, and excellent utility for hunting, field use, and general-purpose rifle work. This example features a 16.5″ barrel threaded 5/8×24, measuring 19″ with the flash hider installed, 1:10″ twist, protected blade front sight, adjustable ghost ring rear sight, forward 6″ Picatinny scout rail, black laminate stock with adjustable length of pull, and one 10-round Ruger AI-pattern magazine. The compact Scout Rifle configuration, .308 chambering, iron sight setup, forward rail, included Ruger rings, and detachable magazine system should appeal to buyers and collectors looking for a versatile field, range, or general purpose rifle with classic Ruger M77 aesthetics. These rifles are rising in popularity, with the discontinuation of the M77 Gunsite Scout Rifle in January 2026.
This rifle rates in Excellent overall condition, retaining about 99% of its original matte black oxide finish. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 10/10 in this writer’s opinion. The black laminate stock rates in Fine to Excellent condition, showing only the most minor handling wear with a couple small compression marks, while retaining an intact finish, tight fit to the barreled action, and no chips or cracks. The metal shows only light handling wear, limited mainly to minor tooling marks on the flash hider, while the finish remains intact throughout with no other notable wear. The markings are clear and legible, the screw heads are sharp, and the action and three-position safety function correctly. This rifle includes 1″ Ruger scope rings and one 10-round factory Ruger AI-pattern magazine in Excellent condition. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition, and good luck on your bids! – J.D.