Sturm Ruger M77 00786 .220 Swift 26” Bolt Action Rifle 1988 w/ Harris Bipod
SOLD FOR: $1,275.00
LSB#: WY240904RM003
Make: Ruger
Model: M77
Serial Number: 771-34871
Year of Manufacture: 1988 (Ruger Serial Number Lookup)
Caliber: .220 Swift
Action Type: Internal Magazine-Fed Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “771-34871”, “RUFER M77”. The left side of the barrel is marked “.220 SWIFT”. The left side of the chamber is marked with a PR proof. The top of the barrel is marked with a two line warning/address.
Barrel Length: 26”
Sights/Optics: No provision for iron sights. There is a single weaver rail mounted to the barrel behind the address. The rail is milled for Ruger Scope Mounts (Not included).
Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is a one-piece checkered walnut with capped pistol grip, fluted straight comb, sling studs front and rear, Harris 1A2 adjustable bipod, and orange rubber Ruger buttpad.There are few scattered light compressions and minor dings. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP is 13 3/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The buttpad shows minor wear with shallow compressions. Overall, the stock rates in Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is minor scattered erosion throughout the bore, but mostly visible toward the muzzle. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are intermittent minor nicks and scuffs along the length of the barrel including a few rust freckles. The receiver has taken on a light plum hue. The action has light operational wear. The screws show light tool marks and strong slots, and all markings are clear. The bottom metal has a couple minor scuffs. Overall, this rifle rates in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork and Accessories: This M77 includes the following:
—a padded brown nylon sling
—the Tasco scope as described above
Our Assessment: The Ruger M77 is a robust Bolt-Action rifle designed in 1968 by L. James Sullivan during his short three-years of work with Ruger. Intended to be a modernized Mauser 98, and featured simplified ejector updates and a newly designed safety system. This rifle dates back to 1988, a few years before the first major M77 re-tooling in 1991, and retains that classic Ruger look. In Fine condition, this rifle is free of any major wear or damage—it will make a strong addition to any modern firearm collection. Good luck and happy bidding! – L.S.
