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Jwall, the t3x arctic is too heavy for winter snow shoeing with heavy winter clothes.

I could pick up two Ruger's for the price of one of those:

I think I've seen it listed at 9 lb naked, prob get old fast in deep snow.

mainer

I only mentioned the T 3 Lite models. In 2018 I bought one for $500.00


Jerry

If they are cheap than what is a Remington action? I see more cheap bolts made off bar stock then investment cast. BTW a 700 cannot hold a candle to a 77 in ruggedness, no way shape or form.

The natural progression of a 77 thread.... Tikkas, Remingtoons, and Winchesters.... 😁

I think I'd prefer a compact rifle for slugging around the far north...

Carry-on.

Agreed

The barrel contour on that thing is a beast, and the Sako sights apparently add up to $600 a pull.

No thanks, does nothing for me either.

Might look real hard at a shorter barreled T3x, something like a version of a Battue with a somewhat heavier barrel and better sights though. That'd be wicked. Not full on CTR thick but thicker.

And not more than like $1200-1300

Remingtons are better made than a 77. And are pretty damn reliable too boot.

I will not get into the “what is better” quagmire. Reminds me of Ford / Chevy / Dodge / GMC / Toyota / etc / etc.
The Rugers have been suitable enough for me that I bought a used stainless Mark II today. If it groups as well as the Mark II 338 Winchester, 375 and 416 Rugers that I have, I will be very pleased.

Given the latter are all better than the former isn't that natural?

I'm not anti-ruger at all. I like the Blackhawk and the American for what it costs is a great value. I fact I'd buy another American, but I would not buy another boat anchor 77.

Did someone say Chevy? Or was it Dodge?

You know what they say about opinions. 😁

I've seen multiple threads from you, where you sht on Ruger. Last one, was when folks were excited for the Ruger aquisition of marlin.

So a cast 77 receiver no good in your world, but cast parts on a revolver are ok? What the fk kinda logic is that?

Anyhoo, based on my experiences with many Ruger revolvers, they are just as effective, reliable, and useful to Alaskans, as the Ruger 77's:

🤣

Apparently those Ruger revolvers work also.
I consider myself lucky to find a used but nearly new double action one. I have Ruger double actions in 22 LR, 357, 44, 45 Colt 454. Ruger single actions in 44, 45 Colt, 454, and 480 Ruger.
Hell, I guess I am a Ruger fan by default. Several Ruger rifles from 223 through 416 Rugers. I have had a couple of hiccups with firearms, Ruger included but also other higher dollar manufacturers.

Yeah I tend to avoid these kinda discussions too...but I feel like thats gonna be a tough row to hoe, if its objective and not subjective. Don't care if the fella at Ruger beats them into shape with his pecker. Not a 700 hater at all, but....how?

The Blackhawks are much more visually pleasing and better finished than the 77.

Did Ruger ever make a RS in the 3 position safety 30/06 or 308? I’m only finding plain barrels no sights

I've owned and shot a dozen or more M77's. I like them. I've had an easier time finding accurate loads for 700's and Model 70's overall. I dislike the looks of the stainless bolt handle on the MK II's. A small thing, I know, but it's my money. I had one of the limited Hawkeye African 9.3's but didn't like the recoil with heavy bullets. I'd love to see one of those in 30-06 or 300 H&H. Should have bought one in 275 Rigby. That looks like a sweet combo.