Ruger Gunsite Scout Rifle .308 Win, 16.5 in Threaded Barrel 5/8-24 with Muzzle Brake, Ghost-Ring Sights, Hi-Lux 2-7x32 Scope, 10+1 (2024)
This 2024 Ruger Gunsite Scout Rifle stands out as a compact, American-made .308 Winchester scout carbine with a 16.5 in cold hammer-forged, threaded barrel and factory multi-port radial brake. It comes equipped with a forward scout-position Picatinny rail carrying a Hi-Lux LER 2-7x32 scope, and includes three Ruger-branded magazines. The rifle features controlled-round feed, robust iron sights, and an adjustable synthetic stock set to a 13.5 in length of pull.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratches and small blemishes are present on exterior surfaces. The bore is bright and clean.
What’s Included
- Hi-Lux LER 2-7x32 long-eye-relief scope (model LER272BDC) mounted on the forward scout rail
- Scope rings mounted to the forward Picatinny rail
- Flip-up scope lens caps installed on the optic
- Magazines: 2x 10-round and 1x 5-round Ruger-branded polymer box magazines marked .308
The rifle uses a controlled-round-feed action with a Mauser-type full-length claw extractor and a detachable box-magazine system. Safety features include a three-position safety, delivering positive control and secure handling.
The 16.5 in cold hammer-forged barrel is threaded 5/8-24 and fitted with a factory multi-port radial muzzle brake. This carbine-length configuration keeps the package compact while providing a durable bore and precise rifling.
Iron sights consist of a protected post front and a receiver-mounted ghost-ring rear. A forward scout-position Picatinny rail carries the included Hi-Lux LER 2-7x32 scope (LER272BDC) with flip-up caps, offering a long-eye-relief sighting setup out of the box.
The black synthetic stock features textured contact surfaces, a rubber buttpad, sling swivel studs, and a spacer system for an adjustable length of pull; it is currently set to 13.5 in. Receiver and barrel markings include "RUGER SCOUT" on the receiver and ".308 WIN" plus "RUGER, NEWPORT, NH USA" on the barrel.