Ruger 77/17 Bolt-Action .22 Blank-Only Airrow Rimfire Arrow/Tranquilizer Launcher Conversion with 18" Shrouded Barrel and Top Rail
This Ruger 77/17 is a rare, custom-configured bolt-action rifle built around an Airrow Rimfire-type blank-only launcher conversion. The barrel is marked ".22 BLANK ONLY" and is described as having been developed strictly for launching arrows or tranquilizers. It also features a large slotted, open-front cylindrical muzzle shroud/outer barrel assembly and a receiver-mounted Picatinny-style top rail for mounting compatible optics.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid functional shape. There are scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Receiver-mounted Picatinny-style top rail (installed)
- 1x 10-round detachable rotary-style magazine
This 77/17 is rollmarked "RUGER 77/17" with the Ruger phoenix logo on the receiver. It is set up with a right-hand bolt handle and a two-tone appearance with a silver-finished barrel and bolt contrasted by a dark-finished receiver.
The Airrow Rimfire-type barrel system is the defining feature of this build. The barrel is marked for .22 blanks only and is described as purpose-developed strictly for launching arrows or tranquilizers, making this a specialized configuration within the 77/17 series.
An 18" shrouded barrel assembly with a large slotted, open-front cylindrical muzzle shroud/outer barrel is fitted, giving the front end a distinctive profile. No iron sights are visible in the provided images, and the receiver-mounted Picatinny-style top rail is already installed for an optic setup of the buyer’s choice.
The rifle is stocked in wood with a walnut-appearing finish, checkered grip panels, and checkered fore-end panels. A black recoil pad is installed, and the length of pull is reported as 13.5.