Ruger Model M77 458 Win Mag 24″ Bolt Action Rifle MFD 1980
SOLD FOR: $1,224.00
LSB#: WY250417JB176
Make: Ruger
Model: M77
Serial Number: 74-44435
Year of Manufacture: 1980
Caliber: .458 Winchester Magnum
Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “.458 WIN. MAG.”. The left side of the receiver is marked “74-44435 / RUGER M77” followed by the Ruger logo.
Barrel Length: 24”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade fixed to a ramped base. The rear sight is a U notch fixed to the barrel. The top of the receiver is mounted with a Lyman Alaskan scope. The reticle is a fine crosshair. The sight picture is clear.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is in a one piece wood configuration featuring a fluted straight comb, rubber buttpad, checkered and capped semi pistol grip and checkered forend. The LOP is 13.75” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. There are light handling marks present. There are no chips or cracks. The stock rates in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is semi bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore but there is some stubborn fouling present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows mild operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are unmarred. The markings are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. 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: Scope as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: This Ruger Model M77, chambered in the powerful .458 Winchester Magnum, was manufactured in 1980 and represents one of Ruger’s premier offerings for dangerous game hunting. With its 24” barrel and robust bolt-action system, this rifle was built to deliver heavy stopping power with precision and reliability. The rifle is equipped with an internal magazine and retains classic Ruger styling, evident in its checkered wood stock, straight comb, and fine metalwork. A Lyman Alaskan scope with a fine crosshair reticle is mounted atop the receiver, offering a crisp and clear sight picture for medium to long-range engagement, enhancing the rifle’s utility in both safari and backcountry big game applications.
Cosmetically, this M77 is in Very Good condition with approximately 95% of its original blued finish remaining. The wood stock rates as Excellent, with light handling marks and no chips or cracks. The checkering on both the forend and pistol grip is clean and sharp. Mechanically, the rifle’s action cycles smoothly and locks up tight. The bore is semi-bright with sharp rifling and no visible erosion, though some fouling remains. In the writer’s assessment, the bore rates a strong 9 out of 10, making this rifle a solid candidate for continued field use or as a collectible centerpiece in a magnum-class rifle lineup.
Whether you’re a collector of classic Ruger firearms or a hunter preparing for a big game adventure, this M77 in .458 Win Mag offers serious performance with proven reliability. The included Lyman Alaskan scope complements the rifle’s aesthetic and field capability, adding further value. This example from 1980 represents the kind of craftsmanship and firepower Ruger was known for in their early bolt-action rifles—please see our high quality photos and good luck on your bid -M.C.
