Ruger M77R Tang Safety .243 Win Bolt-Action Rifle, 22 Inch Barrel, Polished Blue/Walnut (1977)
This 1977 Ruger M77R is the Standard Rifle, no-sight configuration with the classic two-position tang safety. It features a 22-inch sporter-contour carbon steel barrel with a crowned muzzle and a polished blue finish, paired with a walnut stock that carries Ruger’s hallmark details. The receiver includes Ruger’s integral scope-base pads, and the internal box magazine uses a hinged floorplate for easy unloading.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings from previous handling and use. Please refer to the photos for a closer look at these surface marks.
What’s Included
- Ruger M77R .243 Win bolt-action rifle
The M77R Standard Rifle configuration is defined by its no-sight setup and 22-inch sporter barrel, giving it a clean top profile and a balanced feel. The crowned muzzle is a thoughtful detail, and the polished blue over carbon steel reflects the period’s finish quality.
The receiver is carbon steel with a polished blue finish and machined integral Ruger scope-base pads. The bolt uses a turned-down swept handle with a round knob, consistent with the model’s design of the era.
The walnut stock shows cut checkering for grip, a black grip cap with Ruger medallion, and a Ruger recoil pad with a black spacer. Front and rear sling swivel studs are installed. Length of pull is 13.5 inches.
Operation is via a two-position tang safety and a smooth bolt-action. Feeding is from an internal box magazine with a hinged floorplate, offering a 4+1 capacity and convenient, secure unloading.
Made in the USA and dated to the 1970s with a specific year of 1977, this example represents the early tang-safety era of the M77 line in the versatile .243 Winchester chambering.