I have owned two 7.62x39 chambered rifles, a custom built mini-mauser and a ruger bolt action. I sold the mini but still have the Ruger m77 with Zytel stock, Timney trigger and Leupold 6x36 scope. I have lots of fancy rifles and bought this as a beater to ride on my ATW when doing farm chores. This little rifle has become a favorite, very accurate, durable and a deer killer out to 100 yards. My sons used it many times while they were young successfully with one shot kills on deer. I think it's best suited in the Eastern woods, would not be my choice for wide open spaces. Of all the rifles I've bought and sold, this is one I would not part with.
