Ruger 77/44 vs Ruger 350 Legend for deer gun - experiences?
 

Hey all,

My dad has been having a hard time with his current deer gun. He has a Remington Wingmaster with 18" smooth bore barrel with a red dot sight.

I've convinced him that his current setup is better for shorter range shots. His shots are usually between 30 yard and 100 yard. He has been missing a lot of shots recently - maybe partially because he's getting older (75 this year) - but probably some because of his gun and red dot sight.

I found (2) guns I thought might be good for him. Light weight, low kick, and decent accuracy. I'd mount a good scope on either gun for him.

1) Ruger 77/44
2) Ruger 350 Legend

Anyone have experiences with these guns that they can share?

Thanks! Eric

The Ruger 77/44 is a fine rifle and would make a great deer rifle.

The .350 legend is very new, however I expect it will stick around. And should perform well.

If I had to guess I would think that your father would prefer the 77/44. But go to a shop, handle both and let him decide.

Bottom line: at 100 yards, both will kill deer.

-Jake

https://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperst....cfm/ID/217171

why not spend a bit less and get a rifle with low recoil, a scope and three times the range

or a semi auto for less cash in that 350 legend
https://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperst....cfm/ID/218558

Probably because he's hunting a slug/straight walled only state or area.

-Jake

I'm in Ohio as well eric.

Trumbull county

-jake