I am giving much consideration to purchasing a Ruger 77 44mag as a walkabout type rifle. I need something short and lightweight to carry around the farm when working, scouting, etc. that would do for targets of opportunity, such as coyotes and as just a truck gun. My only concern is effective range it may have with that slow heavy bullet, plus they do not have a rep for pinpoint accuracy. Anyone used one in .357 mag?
I would prefer a Kimber Montana in .223 but I cannot find one at this time.
