Ruger M77 Original Tang Safety Bolt-Action Rifle in .243 Win. with 22" Sporter Barrel and Ruger Rings
This Ruger M77 is the Original Tang Safety Model chambered in .243 Win., featuring the classic tang safety and Ruger’s integral scope mounting bases machined into the receiver. It has a 22" sporter-profile steel barrel, a blued steel receiver, and a checkered wood stock with a Ruger-style eagle medallion in the fore-end. The included Ruger-compatible scope rings match the integral bases for a clean, secure mounting setup.
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.
Overall Notes: The firearm shows light signs of wear or handling. The bore is bright and clear.
What’s Included
- Scope rings compatible with Ruger M77 integral receiver scope bases
Built around the M77 action with a right-hand bolt handle configuration, this rifle combines Ruger’s traditional bolt-action layout with the distinctive tang-mounted safety found on the original tang safety series. The receiver is marked "RUGER M77," and the barrel is marked ".243 WIN."
The blued steel barrel and receiver are paired with a checkered wood stock that includes a recoil pad and sling swivel studs. The length of pull is 13.5 for a familiar, straightforward fit.
The receiver top has integral scope mounting bases machined in, and the sale includes compatible scope rings to match. The muzzle appears unthreaded, and iron sights are not visible in the provided images.
This rifle falls within the 1985-1992 era noted for the Original Tang Safety Model, and the serial prefix appears in the 79-xxxxx block referenced for these rifles.