First time shooting the new gun!

Grizzlybear · 08-13-2003, 07:17 AM

Well, I finally took my new rifle out for a test drive. After I got it dialed in, I shot a 1" group at 100 yards. But at that point, I was running out of time and the shoulder was feeling the effects so I called it a day. I was pretty darn happy considering I' m just getting used to the gun and it was the first time firing it. (Ruger M77 7mm Rem Mag)

Danny45 · 08-13-2003, 12:02 PM

It should only improve. How many rounds did you fire? It takes about 100-200 rounds to smooth out any tooling marks left in the bore. Once that' s done, and it is cleaned of all the copper fouling (which should be done while you are shooting it) it may shoot much better than 1" . Also, take the time now to check all the screws and make sure they are tight still. It sometimes takes 50-100 rounds for them to seat in properly so you don' t have to constantly check them.

Sounds like a good day at the range!

Grizzlybear · 08-13-2003, 12:37 PM

Danny-

Thanks! I only put 25 rounds through it so we have a long time to go before it settles in. Will check screws etc. This is just the start!

frizzellr · 08-13-2003, 02:37 PM

How is your trigger pull? Mine was a bit on the heavy side but after I worked it down the group size shrank.

Ruger-Redhawk · 08-13-2003, 02:51 PM

GB Glad your new Ruger is shooting well.It will take a little time for the barrel to smooth up and your groups should improve.That 7 mm will get to your shoulder quickly. Ruger' s recoil pads aren' t the best I' ve ever seen.Lighten your trigger pull and it will help your groups.
Ruger Redhawk

Grizzlybear · 08-13-2003, 02:56 PM

frizzellr,

Well, I don' t have anything to really compare it to, but it does feel like it takes a bit to squeeze off a shot.

What is involved with having a trigger lightened?

And, what would be considered a " good" grouping at 100 yards?

Thanks!

frizzellr · 08-13-2003, 03:02 PM

To have your trigger lightened you have two options. One involves having a gunsmith stone it to remove some of the metal on the trigger and sear. The other option is to replace the trigger with an aftermarket unit. Personally I prefer to stone mine. A true 1" group at 100 yards is really pretty good for an out of the box sporting rifle.