RE: Ruger M77 .338 Magnum
BigBore,
338WinMag has been called the "magnum for the recoil shy" --- it's a hand full alright but is completely doable by most assertive shooters.
Ruger, I've only had one rifle; however, I've heard the same complaint over and over --- poor trigger and don't adjust well. So if required you are game to put a Timney or something similar into it right away or a bit later then I think they are quite the rifle.
Good Luck and Good Hunting,
EKM