First I would have to ask what the 2 pistols are worth, and then second I would have to ask what kind of scope is on the Ruger. I am looking at the values of the gun exchanges.... If that is not in any question, the Ruger is a wonderful rifle. I own an M77 Mark 2 Stainless / syn. in .308 and it is one of my most accurate rifles. They are very reliable.

I, for one, perfer bolt action rifles for most all hunting situations, but I will not turn down a shot with a Browning B.A.R. either ...., but in the end it will all come down to what YOU perfer and are most comfortable with.

But you asked for opinions, and I would say if you feel o.k. with the deal, go for the Ruger....

God Bless

MET