RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

I have my fair share of M-77's. Some are still unfired. The one's that have been fired shoot well.My one 7mm RM sure didn't like Federal Premium Ballistic Tips.With Rem 150 gr.CoreLokts I was getting 1-1.5" groups. Their integral scope mounting system is second to none.The Ruger triggers do leave allot to be desired.That's not a secret. They can be cleaned up well by someone who knows what they are doing.A friend did several of mine breaking at 3-3.5#. I did buy a Winchester "Coyote" in 223. In all honestly I was shooting 20+ year old reloads.I got right at 1.5" groups.Nothing but these old reloads have been through it. I'm sure it will drive tacks working up a load for it.I had it's trigger lighten. It has a Weaver V24 6x24 42mm scope mounted.On higher powers the clarity could be better.That's the scope which has nothing to do with the brand of rifles.Don't get me wrong I like the Winchester Coyote.It's really a nice rifle.I just like the M-77's better. In fact if I were to buy another heavy barreled rifle like the Coyote I would get the M-77VT.The integral scope mounting system is incorporated on the receiver.That can save allot of money depending what rings and base(s) you would buy. Ruger is about the best bang for your buck.My favorites are the "All Weathers". Granted they are not the best looking of the 77's but are very durable for hard usage in the field.

Ruger Redhawk

RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

I've got 3 M77's. All blued and walnut sporters, the 2nd best looking, and fitting factory rifle made. All will easily beat 3/4" at 100 yards with handloads. Two have Timneys, the other I reworked the trigger myself from directions found on Centerfirecentral.com. Turned out great.
The best looking factory rifle made is the M70 featherweight. My son has one of those that gives my Rugers a run for their money. Thing is though, I bought a real good scope for the difference in the price plus the mounts and rings.:)

RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

I have a Ruger M77 in 30-06 with the "boat paddle" stock and it has served me well. The trigger would be my only complaint but a good smith can work on that.

RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

I have a Ruger 77 stainless with the old synthetic stock, and it shoots great with whatever I feed it. I put a Timney trigger on it and love it. It is in 300 Win Mag. It doesnt shoot any load I've tried over an inch.

RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

I look at it this way, wins are not the firearms they used to be, and they aare closing their doors from what i have heard. ruger does make a quality firearm and the th;oughts of replacement part,if a breakdown occurs should be in your thoughts. Which ever one you pick, be happy with it and make sure its the one you want for you work hard for your money. vangunsmith

RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

Hello Kraftworks3,
My next door hunting friend has killed more ELK in COLORADO then I can count. He has two huge 6x6s mounted. They had
to be mounted on the center of the wall, because they are 4ftx4ft across and over 4ft high.
All with Remington 700 in .270 Win. I can not argue with that, but whatever you are happy with, is also fine.
Always do a little research........



KEEP ON ROOTING!!!!!

RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

I have a M77 MK11 in 270 and Mod. 70 in 300 Win I love them they both shoot very well after floating the barrels and trigger jobs. I took my Ruger to a gunsmith and 35 dollars bought me a 3lb pull and no creep well worth it you don't need to buy a trigger. Personally I think the Ruger is a little better gun, and used to be quite a bit cheaper.

Good luck

RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

Get the Winchester.

RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

Yes!! Don,t try and be to cheep with your money and try to save a 150.00 Bucks on the ruger-Buy the Winchester.

RE: Winchester Model 70 or Ruger M77 Mk II
 

I prefer the Ruger rifles both of the rifles have very similar fetures but the Ruger's are more affordable and they come with rings and integral bases about a 50.00 savings Ruger m-77 mk2 rifles wood or synthetic sell for about 479.00 around here the winchesters are 600.00 and up I hope this helps chad