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sfetty
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Which rifle would you buy:
Ruger M77 Hawkeye in 270 Win OR
Weatherby Vanguard Sub-MOA in 270 Win.
I went to the local gun shop today and liked both of these rifles. The Ruger action wasn't as smooth as the Weatherby. The Weatherby was a composite and the Ruger was a Walnut stock. Both were fine looking rifles and both were probably excellent shooters. I'll have to make my own mind up eventually, but I'd like to hear your opinions first. Thankyou in advance![:)]
Ruger M77 Hawkeye in 270 Win OR
Weatherby Vanguard Sub-MOA in 270 Win.
I went to the local gun shop today and liked both of these rifles. The Ruger action wasn't as smooth as the Weatherby. The Weatherby was a composite and the Ruger was a Walnut stock. Both were fine looking rifles and both were probably excellent shooters. I'll have to make my own mind up eventually, but I'd like to hear your opinions first. Thankyou in advance![:)]
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So one vote for the Ruger, though I suspect I'll be in the minority.
howa 1500 would be same gun as WB vanguard, probably MOA or close to it, and less money
will you be hunting in nasty conditions much? would affect synthetic vs wood stock
otherwise, handle each with your eyes closed, and see which seems most comfortable and best balanced/fit. both good guns now that ruger has improved triggers
Assume your objective is hunting and your game is deer and bigger. Laogai gives excellent advice on closing your eyes, raising the rifle a few times, and see which one feels the better fit. My experience is that you'll likely get better accuracy from the Vanguard sub-MOA "out of the box" if you want to punch tight groups on paper. . . .and rain and humidity won't change the zero with the synthetic stock. You'll find either one more than adequate for hunting performance and resale value is probably going to be about the same too. Personally I prefer the classic wood and blue steel. Enjoy; whichever you choose.
6 of one half-dozen of the other. Unless you are looking at re-sale value down the road. In that case the Ruger would probably hold it's value better. Not that the Vanguard isn't a good rifle, it is. Just not as brand friendly when it comes to resale.