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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
BLUED &
STAINLESS
STEEL
M77®HAWKEYE
FOR
.204 Ruger, .223, .22-250, .243, .257 Roberts,
7mm Rem. Mag., .308, .30-06, .300 Win. Mag.,
.338 Federal, .338 Win. Mag., .358 Winchester,
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RUGER
BOLT ACTION RIFLES
CALIBERS
.25-06, .270 Win., .280 Rem., 7mm-08,
.375 Ruger
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M77 Hawkeye
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM
For Product Service on This Model Please Call:
(603) 865-2442 (See p. 28)
STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc.
Southport, Connecticut 06890 U.S.A.
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHOULD ALWAYS ACCOMPANY THIS FIREARM AND BE
TRANSFERRED WITH IT UPON CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP, OR WHEN THE FIREARM IS LOANED OR
PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON.
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State-By-State Warnings
Certain states require by law that their own specified warning
notices in larger-than-normal type be conspicuously included by
the manufacturer, distributor, or retail dealer with firearms sold
in that state. Sturm, Ruger sells its products in compliance with
applicable laws and regulations. Because our products may be
sold in these states, we include the following:
California:
WARNING
“Children are attracted to and
can operate firearms that can
cause severe injuries or death.
Prevent child access by always
keeping guns locked away and
unloaded when not in use. If you
keep a loaded firearm where a
child obtains and improperly uses
it, you may be fined or sent to
prison.”
ADVERTENCIA
“A los niños los atraen las armas
de fuego y las pueden hacer
funcionar. Ellos pueden causarses
lesions graves y la muerte. Evite
que los niños tengan accesso a las
armas de fuego guardándolas
siempre con llave y descargadas
cuando no las esté utilizando. Si
usted tiene un arma de fuego
cargada en un lugar en que un
niño tiene acceso a ella y la usa
indebidamente, le pueden dar una
multa o enviarlo a la carcel.”
Connecticut:
“UNLAWFUL STORAGE OF A LOADED FIREARM MAY
RESULT IN IMPRISONMENT OR FINE.”
Florida:
“IT IS UNLAWFUL, AND PUNISHABLE BY
IMPRISONMENT AND FINE, FOR ANY ADULT TO
STORE OR LEAVE A FIREARM IN ANY PLACE WITHIN
THE REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR UNDER 18
YEARS OF AGE OR TO KNOWINGLY SELL OR
OTHERWISE TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OR POSSESSION
OF A FIREARM TO A MINOR OR A PERSON OF
UNSOUND MIND.”
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Maine:
“ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A CHILD IS A
CRIME. IF YOU LEAVE A FIREARM AND AMMUNITION
WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD, YOU MAY BE
SUBJECT TO FINE, IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH. KEEP
FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION SEPARATE. KEEP
FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION LOCKED UP. USE
TRIGGER LOCKS.”
Maryland:
“WARNING: Children can operate firearms which may cause
death or serious injury. It is a cr
firearm in any location where an individual knew or should
have known that an unsupervised minor would gain access to
the firearm. Store your firearm responsibly!”
ime to store or leave a loaded
Massac
“WARNING FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS ATTORNEY
GENERAL: This handgun is not equipped with a device that
fully blocks use by unauthorized users. More than 200,000
firearms like this one are stolen from their owners every year
in the United States. In addition, there are more than a
thousand suicides each year by younger children and
teenagers who get access to firearms. Hundreds more die from
accidental discharge. It is likely that many more children
sustain serious wounds, or inflict such wounds accidentally on
others. In order to limit the chance of such misuse, it is
imperative that you keep this weapon locked in a secure place
and take other steps necessary to limit the possibility of theft
or accident. Failure to take reasonable preventive steps may
result in innocent lives being lost, and in some circumstances
may result in your liability for these deaths.”
“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR KEEP A FIREARM,
RIFLE, SHOTGUN OR MACHINE GUN IN ANY PLACE
UNLESS THAT WEAPON IS EQUIPPED WITH A
TAMPER-RESISTANT SAFETY DEVICE OR IS STORED
OR KEPT IN A SECURELY LOCKED CONTAINER.”
husetts:
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New Jersey:
“IT IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO LEAVE A LOADED
FIREARM WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR.”
York City:
New
“THE USE OF A LOCKING DEVICE OR SAFETY LOCK IS
ONLY ONE ASPECT OF RESPONSIBLE FIREARMS
STORAGE. FOR INCREASED SAFETY, FIREARMS
SHOULD BE STORED UNLOADED AND LOCKED IN A
LOCATION THAT IS BOTH SEPARATE FROM THEIR
AMMUNITION AND INACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN AND
OTHER UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS.”
North Carolina:
“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR LEAVE A FIREARM
THAT CAN BE DISCHARGED IN A MANNER THAT A
REASONABLE PERSON SHOULD KNOW IS ACCESSIBLE
TO A MINOR.”
Texas:
“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE, TRANSPORT, OR
ABANDON AN UNSECURED FIREARM IN A PLACE
WHERE CHILDREN ARE LIKELY TO BE AND CAN
OBTAIN ACCESS TO THE FIREARM.”
Wisconsin:
“IF YOU LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN THE
REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD YOU MAY BE
FINED OR IMPRISONED OR BOTH IF THE CHILD
IMPROPERLY DISCHARGES, POSSESSES, OR EXHIBITS
THE FIREARM.”
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Please check with your licensed retailer or state police for
additional warnings which may be required by local law or
regulation. Such regulations change constantly, and local
authorities are in the best position to advise you on such legal
matters.
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LOCKING DEVICE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING — USE OF LOCKING DEVICES
• Always keep your firearm pointed in a safe direction,
including when you are installing or removing your
locking device.
• Always verify that your firearm is completely unloaded
before installing your locking device.
• Do not
• Store firearms, ammunition and keys separately and
• Do not attempt to work the action of your firearm with
• While locking devices are an important aid to security
install locking devices in the trigger guard;
always keep your fingers, clamp and locking device
outside the trigger guard during device installation and
removal.
securely, away from children and careless adults; do not
store your firearm with the keys in the locking device.
the locking device in place; this may damage your
firearm.
measures, they are not a substitute for safe firearm
handling and proper storage. Remember that any
mechanical device can be bypassed with enough time,
knowledge, determination and equipment.
LOCKING DEVICES MUST BE USED
SAFELY AND RESPONSIBLY
Use the Cor
for all Ruger®firearms, due to the different shapes of the many Ruger
firearms, some firearms utilize different locking devices. The 2 1/2” lock is
for use with the RUGER
the correct locking device!
To Install the Factory-Supplied Locking Device:
1. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and your fingers outside the
trigger guard at all times!
2. Be sure the firearm and its magazine are completely unloaded and contain
no cartridges or cartridge cases!
3. Open the action completely by drawing the bolt fully to the rear.
rect Lock:
While the basic locking device is substantially similar
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M77®Hawkeye
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rifles. It is important to use
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4. Release the floorplate latch and allow the floorplate to hang open.
5. Apply the lock directly to your M77 Hawkeye rifle as shown below.
6. Close the lock by pressing the shackle into the body of the lock (the part
that receives the key) as tightly together as possible. The lock has
bumpers and the shackle is coated with a non-marring material that will
not harm the metal finish of your firearm; be careful not to dent or
scratch the wooden stock.
7. Once the lock is securely closed, remove the key. Pull firmly on the lock
to test the connection and be sure it is locked. Do not leave or store your
firearm with the key in the lock! Store your locked unloaded firearm
and the key in secure, separate locations, away from ammunition,
children, or unauthorized adults.
Correct Installation of Lock
For Ruger M77 Hawkeye Rifles Only
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FIREARMS SAFETY-YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
SAFETY MUST BE THE FIRST AND CONSTANT
CONSIDERATION OF EVERY PERSON WHO HANDLES
FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION.
This Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use and care
for your RUGER
Only when you are certain you fully understand the Manual and can properly
carry out its instructions should you practice loading, etc. with live ammunition.
If you have any doubts about your ability to handle or use a particular type of gun
safely, then you should seek supervised instruction. Such personalized instruction
is often available from gun dealers, gun clubs or police departments. If none of
these sources can help you, write to the National Rifle Association, 11250 Waples
Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030-7400. They will assist you.
The person with a gun in their possession has a full-time job. You cannot guess;
you cannot forget. You must know how to use your firearm safely. Do not use any
firearm without having a complete understanding of its particular characteristics
and safe use. Remember: There is no such thing as a foolproof gun.
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M77®Hawkeye®rifle properly.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
State-By-State Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Locking Device Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
General Information and Mechanical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operation of Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
To Load and Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
To Unload Rifle and Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
To Clear a Malfunction (“Jam”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
To Minimize Malfunctions (“Jams”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Basic Disassembly and Reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Maintenance of Stainless Steel Rifles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Attaching Ruger Scope Rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Sight Picture and Adjustment for “Alaskan” and “African” Models Only . . . . . .26
Special Instructions and Warning For Frontier Rifle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Service and Parts Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Shipping Firearms for Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Ordering Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 - 35
Parts Drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 - 37
The Basic Rules of Safe Firearms Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 - 41
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
“Ruger,” “M77” & “Hawkeye” are registered U.S. trademarks.
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WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE ARE
FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES:
Locking Devices 6 Unloading 16
Alterations 9 Malfunctions 17
Manual Safety 12 Disassembly 18
Lead Exposure 12 Lubrication 23
Ammunition 13 Storage 24
Loading 13 Scope Mounting 27
Handling 14 Shipping 28
Firing 15 Parts Purchasers 29
OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR
THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL.
FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS —
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
IN THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND
CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.
WARNING—ALTERATIONS
This product was designed to
function properly in its original
condition. Alterations can make it
unsafe. Do not alter any part or add
or substitute parts or accessories
not made by Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.
DO NOT ALTER ANY GUN
GENERAL INFORMATION
AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The RUGER®M77®Hawkeye®is a bolt action, magazine fed, repeating
rifle. The receiver on all versions of the RUGER
incorporates integral scope mount bases (see the illustration on p. 10). A set of
two steel one-inch scope rings is included. For M77
rifles, see page 27.
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Other notable features of RUGER
TM
trigger, three-position safety, a fast lock-time steel trigger mechanism, a
LC6
patented bedding system, quick release hinged floorplate with a newly designed
floorplate latch, a newly contoured cut-checkered walnut stock with red rubber
recoil pad, and studs to which sling swivels can be attached. An “All-Weather
version featuring stainless steel construction and a warp-proof synthetic stock is
also available.
M77®Hawkeye®rifles include: A new
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M77®Hawkeye®rifle
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Hawkeye®Frontier
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All mechanical components are made of heat-treated chrome-molybdenum or
stainless steel with music wire coil springs throughout the mechanism (except the
magazine spring). The rifle is available in short and standard action.
The RUGER®M77®Hawkeye®“African” Model is chambered in the new .375
Ruger cartridge and features a blue matte finish, American black walnut stock, and
red recoil pad.
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The RUGER
harshest conditions. Chambered for the new .375 Ruger cartridge, the “Alaskan” has a
medium-weight 20” hammer forged barrel, Diamondblack
M77®Hawkeye®“Alaskan” Model is designed to handle the
TM
finish, and Hogue
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OverMoldedTMsynthetic stock.
The RUGER®M77®Hawkeye®Compact Model has a specially designed stock
with a 12 3/4” length of pull, shorter forend, and a 16 1/2” lightweight barrel for ease
of carry in dense cover.
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The RUGER
M77®Hawkeye®Frontier Rifle features a shorter stock and 16
1/2” barrel like the Compact Model and includes front scope mounting barrel ribs.
The Frontier Rifle allows for fast “eyes-open” target acquisition in a short, easy to
carry package. Patented Ruger scope rings and a Weaver-style scope base adapter are
included.
NOMENCLATURE
SAFETY SELECTOR (shown on “SAFE”)
COCKING PIECE
BOLT SLEEVE
SCOPE MOUNT BASES (integral)
RECEIVER
BARREL
EXTRACTOR
FLOORPLATE LATCH
TRIGGER
TRIGGER GUARD
Figure 1. Right-handed version shown. In this illustration the cocking piece is shown
cocked (protruding from the rear of the bolt sleeve). The bolt stop (on the left side of the
receiver) permits the bolt to be withdrawn simply by pulling it out to the left. The safety
selector should be in the “Load-Unload” position when the bolt is being removed or installed.
BOLT HANDLE
FLOORPLATE
(Standard Model Hawkeye Shown)
STOCK
OPERATION OF SAFETY
The RUGER®M77®Hawkeye®rifle has a three-position safety. The safety
selector is located at the right of the bolt sleeve (on the left of the bolt sleeve on
left-handed versions).
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The safety selector can be moved from the “Fire” position to its two other
positions (“Load-Unload” and “Safe”) only when the firing pin is cocked. Fully
raising the bolt handle cocks the firing pin.
The bolt handle can be raised and lowered only when the safety selector is in
either the “Fire” or the “Load-Unload” position. When the safety selector is in the
“Safe” position, the bolt handle is locked in the closed (full down) position, in
order to prevent inadvertent lifting of the bolt handle and to ensure that the rifle
will be ready to fire when the safety is moved to the “fire” position.
Practice (with an unloaded rifle) moving the safety selector to the three positions
until you know the position of the safety selector for the three modes– “Fire,”
“Load-Unload,” and “Safe.” WARNING: When manipulating the safety selector,
DO NOT HAVE ANY FINGER INSIDE THE TRIGGER GUARD! When the safety
selector is in the “Fire” position and the trigger is pulled, the rifle will fire.
The safety selector should always be in the “Safe” position except when the gun
user is actually firing or unloading the rifle. The safety selector should
unfailingly be moved to the “Safe” position when the gun user ceases firing.
SAFETY POSITIONS
Figure 2. Safety selector in
“FIRE” (full forward) position.
The safety selector should be
moved to this position only when
the gun user is actually firing the
rifle. When the safety selector is
in the fire position, it is referred
to as being “off.” (When the safety
is in the “SAFE” position, it is
referred to as being “on.”)
Figure 3. Safety selector in
“LOAD-UNLOAD” (middle)
position. The safety selector should
be in this position when the bolt is
being cycled to load a cartridge, or
to unload a live round. As soon as
a cartridge is chambered, the
safety selector should be moved to
the “SAFE” position unless the
rifle is to be fired immediately.
Figure 4. Safety selector in
“SAFE” (full rearward) position.
The safety selector is fully nested
in the groove in the cocking piece.
When the safety selector is in this
position, the bolt handle cannot
be raised. The curved arrow on the
bolt sleeve indicates the direction
and motion of the safety selector
to bring it to the “SAFE” position.
Keep the safety selector in this
position except when actually
loading, unloading, or firing.
The safety selector is held in each of its three positions by a plunger that is under
spring tension. Therefore, the gun user should frequently check the position of
the safety selector to be certain it has not been inadvertently moved. If the safety
does not function properly, or if the selector seems to move too easily, or if the
safety selector does not seem firmly positioned in any of its three positions, the
rifle should be discontinued from use and returned to the Newport Product
Service Department for repair (see p. 28).
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WARNING —MANUAL SAFETY
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2
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SAFE
LOADUNLOAD
FIRE
Keep the safety on unless actually firing. Always
move the safety fully to its intended position and
check it. The safety has three positions –“SAFE,”
“LOAD-UNLOAD,” and “FIRE.” Never depend on a
safety mechanism or any other mechanical device to
justify careless handling or permitting the rifle to
point in an unsafe direction. The only “safe” rifle is
one in which the bolt is open and the chamber and
magazine are empty.
KNOW HOW TO USE THE SAFETY
WARNING — LEAD EXPOSURE
Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated
areas, cleaning firearms, or handling
ammunition may result in exposure to
lead and other substances known to the
state of California to cause birth defects,
reproductive harm, and other serious
physical injury. Have adequate ventilation
at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after
exposure.
SHOOTING OR CLEANING GUNS
MAY EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD
AMMUNITION
RUGER®M77®Hawkeye®rifles are chambered for many of the most
popular factory-loaded cartridges manufactured in accordance with U.S. industry
practice. The particular caliber for each rifle is rollmarked on the barrel. Use
cartridges only of the designated caliber that is marked on the barrel. Please see
“Warning - Ammunition” and “Warning - Loading” on page 13.
RUGER
the .375 Ruger cartridge. The magazine capacity of these rifles is three cartridges.
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M77®Hawkeye®“Alaskan” and “African” rifles are chambered for
AMMUNITION (CARTRIDGES) NOTICE
WE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE
OR INJURY WHATSOEVER OCCURRING IN CONNECTION WITH, OR
AS A RESULT OF, THE USE IN ANY RUGER FIREARMS OF FAULTY,
OR NON-STANDARD, OR “REMANUFACTURED” OR HAND-LOADED
(RELOADED) AMMUNITION, OR OF CARTRIDGES OTHER THAN
THOSE FOR WHICH THE FIREARM WAS ORIGINALLY CHAMBERED.
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WARNING —AMMUNITION
Death, serious injury, and damage
can result from the use of wrong
ammunition, bore obstructions,
powder overloads, or incorrect
cartridge components. Even the
strongest gun can be blown up by
excess pressure. Only use correct
ammunition loaded to U.S. Industry
Standards. Always wear shooting
glasses and hearing protectors.
IMPROPER AMMUNITION
DESTROYS GUNS
TO LOAD AND FIRE
Practice the important aspects of gun handling described below (with an
unloaded rifle) until you can perform each of the steps with skill and confidence.
But before loading the rifle, please read completely through this manual, and be
certain the muzzle is pointing in a safe direction. Do not load the rifle until you
are ready to use it!
(The following procedure assumes a new rifle with the bolt out).
1. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction (See Rule 2, p. 38).
2. Position the safety selector in the “Load-Unload” position (see Figure 3, p. 11).
3. Insert the bolt in the receiver in accordance with “To replace bolt” instructions
on Page 21.
4. Draw the bolt fully to the rear.
WARNING —LOADING
Know the caliber of your rifle you are loading and load
cartridges of only that caliber into it!
Before loading, be certain the primer of each cartridge is seated
flush with, or below, the surface of the cartridge case base. A
cartridge discharged by the closing of the bolt can result in
possible serious injury to the shooter and those nearby.
If a cartridge does not chamber readily, do not force it. Check
the bore and chamber to be certain that each cartridge is the
proper caliber and of correct dimensions. If you cannot
determine why the cartridge will not fit, clear the rifle of all
cartridges and write or call the factory.
The wrong ammunition can destroy your gun and result in
serious injury.
BE SURE WHAT YOU LOAD
IS CORRECT
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Loading the magazine: (Safety should be in “Load-Unload” position.) With the bolt
open, and the floorplate in its closed and latched position, load cartridges of the
correct caliber directly into the magazine from the top by pressing one cartridge at
a time into the magazine.
Loading the chamber: (Safety should be in “Load-Unload” position.) Do not
chamber a cartridge until you are ready to shoot immediately. After loading the
magazine, push the bolt handle forward. This will strip a cartridge from the
magazine and push the cartridge ahead of the bolt into the chamber. Close the bolt
handle fully downward and put the safety fully rearward to the “Safe” position.
WARNING —HANDLING
Never carry the rifle loaded with the
safety selector in the “FIRE” position. If
dropped or struck with the safety off, the
rifle may fire. Such a discharge can occur
with or without the trigger being directly
struck or touched. Never rest a loaded
rifle against any object (wall, fence,
vehicle, tree, etc.) because there is always
the possibility that the rifle will be jarred
or slide from its position and fall with
sufficient force to discharge. Keep safety
on unless actually firing.
Never lower (uncock) the firing pin with
a loaded cartridge in the chamber. Under
such circumstances the firing pin will be
in direct contact with the primer of the
loaded cartridge and a light accidental
blow to the firing pin can readily cause
the gun to discharge.
ANY GUN MAY FIRE IF
DROPPED
To single-load: (Safety should be in “Load-Unload” position.) Place a cartridge
directly into the chamber and close the bolt. If there are cartridges in the
magazine and it is desired to single-load a cartridge directly into the chamber,
depress the top cartridge and push the bolt forward until the bolt face is well
ahead of the rim of the top cartridge in the magazine. Then, close the bolt.
WARNING: DO NOT TOUCH THE TRIGGER
UNTIL YOU ARE ACTUALLY READY
TO FIRE THE RIFLE.
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To fire the rifle: When a cartridge is chambered and the rifle is pointed in a safe
direction, put the safety in the “Fire” position. Pulling (squeezing) the trigger
will discharge the cartridge. Always be certain that you know where the bullet
will strike when you fire the rifle. Never allow the thumb to touch the cocking
piece when firing as it can be pinched when the cocking piece moves forward to
fire the rifle.
WARNING —FIRING
When firing the M77®Hawkeye rifle, be sure
that bystanders are well clear of the shooter and
standing a safe distance to the rear. Empty
cartridge cases are hot and are normally ejected
from the rifle to the right. They could cause
injury to any person who is standing too closely
alongside the shooter. Shooters who fire righthanded rifles from their left shoulder should be
particularly cautious concerning ejected
cartridge cases and the back of the bolt as it is
drawn rearward.
EJECTED BRASS IS HOT
TO UNLOAD RIFLE AND MAGAZINE
(Keep the Rifle Pointed in a Safe Direction)
UNLOAD THE RIFLE IMMEDIATELY WHEN YOU ARE FINISHED SHOOTING.
1. Move the safety selector to the “Load-Unload” position if the firing pin is
cocked.
2. Lift the bolt handle fully and then pull it completely to the rear to eject
chambered cartridge.
3. Inspect the chamber to be certain the cartridge has been extracted. Leave bolt
open. Do not unload magazine by feeding cartridges into chamber.
4. Push rearward the small latch in the front of the trigger guard to open the
hinged floorplate and empty the cartridges from the magazine. Hold the other
hand under the floorplate so as to retard the opening of the spring loaded
floorplate and catch the cartridges in the palm of the hand.
5. Close the bolt fully.
6. Move the safety selector in the “Fire” position and with the rifle pointed in a
safe direction, pull the trigger.
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4
SAFETY IN
"LOAD-UNLOAD"
POSITION
CORRECT UNLOADING SEQUENCE
WARNING — UNLOADING
Removing cartridges from the magazine
does not prevent the rifle from being fired!
When there is a cartridge in the chamber
and the safety selector is in the “Fire”
position, the cartridge will discharge if the
trigger is pulled. It is absolutely essential
for the user to know how to completely
unload it.
“Completely” means emptying the
magazine and removing a chambered
cartridge.
always be in the “Load-Unload” position
when the rifle is being unloaded.
“Operation of Safety” section of this
manual.
The safety selector should
See the
GUN WILL FIRE WITH
EMPTY MAGAZINE
TO CLEAR A MALFUNCTION ( JAM )
If a jam occurs, immediately put the safety selector in the “Load-Unload’
position and be certain the muzzle of the rifle is at all times pointing in a
safe direction.
Then study the situation to determine the nature of the jam and how best to
clear it.
–If a cartridge or fired case is caught between the bolt and the barrel, or
against a cartridge that is in the chamber, open the hinged floor plate and
empty the cartridges from the magazine. Then retract the bolt fully and
remove the jammed cartridge or case.
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–When attempting to extract a cartridge that is “stuck” in the chamber do
not use any type of tool that is likely to act as a “firing pin” and discharge
the cartridge should the tool impact on the primer.
–After clearing a jam, inspect the gun mechanism to determine if dirt might
be the cause of the problem. Excess lubricant or grease can cause
cartridges to feed sluggishly or fail to extract. An accumulation of grease or
dirt on the face of the bolt, under the extractor, in the chamber, or in the
magazine can contribute to cartridge feeding problems. (See section on
“Care and Cleaning” page 22.)
–After clearing a jam, inspect all cartridges that have been removed from
the gun. Safely dispose of any cartridges which are in any way damaged.
–If it appears that the rifle is not at fault and that the jam was caused by the
type of cartridge being used, then try another type.
–Examine your fired cartridge cases. If they have split, blown or bulged
heads, stop using that ammunition and promptly return the rifle to the
factory for examination.
–If the above procedures do not result in a smooth and reliable feeding
firearm, don’t use the rifle. The RUGER
returned directly to our Newport Product Service Department for
inspection and repair, if required. See the “Service and Parts Policy”
section of the manual for packing and shipping information.
®
M77®Hawkeye®can be
WARNING — MALFUNCTIONS
If a cartridge hangs up, jams, or binds when
being chambered or when being fed from the
magazine into the chamber, do not attempt to
force it into the chamber by pushing or striking
the bolt handle.
Most failures of a cartridge to feed or to
chamber are caused by improper loading of the
magazine or ammunition that is incorrect or
defective.
Whatever the cause, the gun user must, above
all, recognize that jams can result in the very
potentially dangerous situation of a cartridge
discharging before it is chambered. If this
occurs, the cartridge case will rupture and its
fragments will fly out of the gun with sufficient
force to cause injury. Always wear shooting
glasses and hearing protectors!
STRIKING PRIMER CAN
BURST CARTRIDGE
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TO MINIMIZE MALFUNCTIONS ( JAMS )
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SAFETY IN
"LOAD-UNLOAD"
POSITION
Firearms of all makes and types are susceptible to occasional malfunctioning due
to a cartridge not feeding from the magazine to the chamber, or due to a
cartridge or fired case not being extracted and ejected.
To minimize the possibility of such occurrences the gun user should:
–Use ammunition of the correct caliber and type which is loaded to U.S.
Industry Specifications. Do not use cartridges that are deformed or
cartridges that have been reloaded.
–Clean and lubricate the gun in accordance with the instructions in this
manual.
–Learn to correctly operate the bolt and how to properly load and empty the
chamber and magazine.
–If the mechanism shows signs of not functioning correctly, or if a part is
damaged or broken – don’t use the rifle. Have it inspected and repaired.
For most repairs we recommend that Ruger guns be returned to the factory.
However, if a gun has a cartridge in it which cannot be removed, then it is a
violation of Federal Regulations to ship that loaded gun whether it be by U.S.
Mail or by common carrier. Contact our Newport Product Service Department at
(603) 865-2442.
BASIC DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
WARNING —DISASSEMBLY
Always unload a firearm
before cleaning, lubrication,
disassembly or assembly.
UNLOAD BEFORE
It is preferable to carry out these procedures on a workbench or table which has
a covered top. A piece of shallow nap rug or an old, coarse blanket is an ideal
covering. Such a covering not only reduces the chances of the rifle slipping and
being scratched, but it serves also to trap pins, plungers and springs that may
otherwise get lost. It is advisable to have a container – such as a shoebox – in
which each part can be placed as it is removed from the gun.
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Before attempting to disassemble the rifle for the first time, study the parts
drawing and parts list so as to be familiar with the relative position, appearance
and name of each part. Carry out the disassembly slowly and carefully note the
position of the part in the gun before starting to remove it. If a part is under
spring tension (such as, the Safety Selector, Bolt Stop, Trigger) remove it
cautiously and anticipate the direction the spring and plunger are most likely to
“jump.”
WARNING: If a spring or plunger become lost do not use a substitute. Springs of
correct tension are vital to the safe and reliable performance of firearms. Before
starting disassembly, remove the sling, scope and rings and place the rear sight
blade in its down flat position.
DISASSEMBLY
(Rifle Must Be Unloaded Prior To Disassembly)
1. Keep the rifle pointed in a safe direction! Put the safety in the “Load-Unload”
position.
2. CHECK TO BE CERTAIN THAT THE CHAMBER AND MAGAZINE ARE EMPTY.
3. To remove the bolt: Open bolt and pull to the rear while at the same time
pivoting open the bolt stop which is located on the left side of the receiver on
the right-handed version and the right side of the receiver on the left-handed
version. This is as far as you need to dismantle the rifle for a routine cleaning.
It is rarely necessary to proceed further.
4. To remove firing pin assembly from bolt: With bolt out of the rifle and firing
pin cocked, insert a pin or nail into the “disassembly hole” in the cocking
piece.
NOTE: The pin or nail should be as close as possible in size to the hole
diameter, and at least 2 inches long so that it can be used to ‘lever’ the firing
pin to the rear when reassembling the firing pin assembly into the bolt.
Unscrew firing pin assembly and remove from bolt. (Caution: Do not remove
the restraining pin until firing pin assembly is reassembled into bolt).
CAUTION: The firing pin assembly is intended to be a permanent
assembly and should not be disassembled. The parts are under great
spring pressure and if disassembled could fly apart with sufficient force to
cause serious injury. Also, special tools are required to correctly
reassemble this part.
5. To remove stock: Open floorplate and while holding it up out of the way,
loosen and remove the screw that holds the floorplate hinge assembly. Next,
loosen and remove the screw that is just forward of the trigger guard. Remove
trigger guard. Remove magazine box. (If magazine box does not come out
readily, do not force it. It can be lifted out with the barrel-receiver assembly,
but it must be done with great care.) Lift barrel from the stock very carefully.
Lift the receiver at the same time as the barrel is lifted so that the barrelreceiver comes out of the stock level and not at an angle.
6. To remove the trigger: (Safety Selector should be in the “Fire” position.)
While holding the trigger in place, press out the trigger pivot pin.
(Caution: Trigger is spring loaded.)
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7. To remove the sear:
a. Press out the sear pivot pin.
b. Turn receiver upside down and slide sear forward. Sear will drop out of the
top slot in the receiver.
8. To remove safety assembly:
a. Rotate the safety selector so that the upper section is positioned fully over
the center of the receiver tang.
b. While holding the safety selector in place with thumb and forefinger, slide
the retainer up out of receiver. (Caution: Safety Selector is under spring
tension from a spring and plunger acting against the lower section of the
safety selector. The spring and plunger will jump out if not contained.)
c. Lift out the safety selector.
d. Remove the safety selector detent and safety selector detent spring.
REASSEMBLY
(Again, Be Sure Rifle Is Unloaded)
1. To replace the safety assembly:
a. Place the safety selector detent and safety selector detent spring into the
hole in the receiver.
b. Set the safety selector in place with its upper section positioned over the
center of the receiver tang.
c. While holding the safety selector in place with thumb and forefinger while
applying downward pressure, slide the safety selector retainer into dovetail
from the top. Align the notch in the safety selector retainer with the sear pivot
pin hole.
2. To replace the sear:
a. Place the rear end (the end with the hole in it) of the sear into the slot from
the top of the receiver. Swing the rear end of the sear up and slide the sear
into position until the hole in the sear is aligned with the mating holes in the
receiver.
b. Insert the sear pivot pin.
3. To replace the trigger:
a. Place the trigger/sear spring over the dimple in the trigger.
b. Assemble the trigger while aligning the spring with the dimple on the sear.
c. While holding the trigger in position, replace the trigger pivot pin.
4. To replace the stock:
a. Install magazine box on receiver.
b. Place barrel-action assembly – with magazine box in place – into stock.
c. Replace trigger guard and loosely install screws.
d. Install floorplate hinge assembly and firmly tighten screw. (This screw is
angled and draws the barrel-action assembly into the bedding surface of the
stock.)
e. Tighten the two trigger guard screws as follows: Do not tighten one screw
all the way and then tighten the other. Instead, alternately tighten each one –
a partial turn at a time – so that the screws will be tightened equally until both
are snugly tightened.
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5. To reassemble firing pin assembly into bolt:
Screw the assembly fully into the bolt. The assembly is properly positioned in
the bolt when the flat on the bottom right side of the bolt sleeve (front of bolt
facing you) is aligned with the flat on the bottom end of the bolt handle. Note:
There is a shallow notch on the rear end of the bolt body – at the end of the
cam cut – into which the nose of the cocking piece ‘fits.’ When the firing pin
assembly is being turned into the bolt body, it may be necessary to use the
restraining pin as a lever to slightly retract the cocking piece nose so it can be
moved into the notch. When the firing pin assembly is correctly positioned in
the bolt body, the restraining pin can be removed, but not before!
6. To replace bolt:
a. With bolt handle in an upward position and bolt head away from you, align
the extractor with the right hand locking lug in the right-handed version or
the left locking lug in the left-handed version. Align the locking lugs with the
channels in each side of the rear of the receiver and partially insert the bolt.
b. Push the bolt fully forward.
REGARDING ACCURACY: The accuracy of any rifle can vary depending upon the
make and type of cartridges used in it. Such being the case, if your RUGER
®
M77®Hawkeye®rifle does not perform to expectations, it is advisable to try
several brands and types of cartridges to determine which one delivers the best
accuracy, before proceeding further. If your rifle is not as “accurate” as you
believe it should be, before concluding that some serious fault exists, run the
following checks:
1. Be certain the two trigger guard screws and the floorplate hinge screw are
snugly tightened as described in Step 4, p. 20, of the “Reassembly” section of
this manual.
2. Be certain the bore is clean and free from accumulated metal fouling
(deposited by metal jacketed and lead bullets). See the “Care and Cleaning”
section of this manual.
3. Check the sights for tightness, setting and alignment.
If everything is tight, the bore is clean, the sights are properly aligned and secure
but the accuracy problem persists, DO NOT alter the stock bedding in any way.
Do not scrape away wood and do not bed with “glass,” plastic, epoxy, etc. Once a
rifle stock has been altered, it cannot be reworked by our Product Service
Department.
If you still have an accuracy problem, write a brief letter to our Product Service
Department in Newport, New Hampshire 03773 and describe the nature of the
problem based on the use of factory-loaded cartridges – not reloads. You will
receive a prompt response from us and if indicated, detailed instructions with
regard to the return of the rifle.
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CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING: BEFORE CLEANING, BE CERTAIN THE RIFLE
AND ITS MAGAZINE CONTAIN NO CARTRIDGES.
A firearm must be free of rust, dirt, grease and firing residues to function safely
and reliably. Periodic maintenance, which includes inspection of components to
determine if they are in proper working order, is absolutely essential. Firing
deposits particles of bullet lubricant and powder in the bore, chamber, bolt,
receiver, magazine and other parts of the rifle. There is no fixed rule as to how
frequently the cleaning should be carried out, but the alert gun owner soon
learns that any firearm functions most reliably and accurately when it is free of
accumulations of grease and other firing residues.
Basic cleaning equipment includes: A correct size cleaning rod equipped with
bore brushes (fiber and brass) and a tip in which a cloth patch can be inserted,
patches, powder solvent, lubricant, small lint-free cloths and a toothbrush. Use
correct size patches and brushes. Larger sizes will bind in the bore and can be
very difficult to remove! Insert rod from the chamber end of the barrel and push
firmly so the patch or brush emerges from the muzzle. Don’t reverse the rod
when a brush or patch is being used – it may bind. Don’t use patches or brushes
dripping with solvent or oil. Use rod and brushes with care so as not to damage
gun.
1. For routine cleaning it is necessary only to remove the bolt and open the
floorplate.
2. Push-pull a solvent-wetted patch through the bore several times. Next, using a
solvent-wetted brush, run it the full length of the bore as many times as is
necessary to completely remove all foreign matter from the bore and chamber.
Dry the bore with clean patches and examine it. If bore remains fouled, repeat
the brushing. Complete the cleaning by dry-patch wiping of bore and chamber.
3. Use a clean, solvent-wetted patch to remove firing residue and dirt from all
“reachable” surfaces inside the receiver. Use the solvent-wetted toothbrush to
dislodge caked dirt from all parts of the bolt assembly and from surfaces inside
the receiver that can’t be reached with a patch. Use cleaning patches or the
cloth to remove the solvent.
4. Wipe all surfaces – internal and external – with a very light coat of oil. Oil and
similar preparations “collect” dirt particles which can interfere with reliable
functioning of the rifle. Therefore, use these preparations very sparingly. A
drop of oil applied to the bolt assembly components, the pivot points of the
trigger mechanism, the safety, the bolt stop, and the magazine latch, will work
into all the parts that need lubrication.
5. Reassemble the rifle and carefully wipe all solvent, lubricating and preservative
preparations from the stock.
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6. If the rifle is to be stored for an extended period, clean the rifle thoroughly.
OIL
Disassemble to the extent described elsewhere in this manual, taking care to
put pins and similar easily mislaid and “rolling” components in a tray. Rewipe
all surfaces with preservative oil. Reassemble and store properly.
WARNING —LUBRICATION
Firing a rifle with oil, grease, or any other material even
partially obstructing the bore may result in damage to the
rifle and serious injury to the shooter and those nearby.
Do not spray or apply lubricants directly on ammunition.
If the powder charge of a cartridge is affected by the
lubricant, it may not be ignited, but the energy from the
primer may be sufficient to push the bullet into the bore
where it may become lodged. Firing a subsequent bullet
onto the obstructed bore may damage the rifle and cause
serious injury or death to the shooter and those nearby.
Use lubricants properly. You are responsible for the proper
care and maintenance of your firearm.
IMPROPER LUBRICATION
DESTROYS GUNS
STORAGE
GUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED!
USE THE LOCKING DEVICE SUPPLIED WITH THE RIFLE FOR STORAGE.
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Sturm, Ruger also offers gun safes for sale as a means to secure more than one
firearm. Please call 1-800-515-7233 for details and ordering information.
Do not store the rifle in a leather case or scabbard. Leather attracts moisture,
even though it may appear to be dry.
TO RENDER THE RIFLE INOPERATIVE FOR SAFE STORAGE
With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, remove the magazine (if applicable),
open the bolt, and check the chamber and the magazine to be sure the rifle is
completely unloaded!
Depress the bolt latch, located at the left rear of the
receiver on the right-handed version and the right rear of the receiver on the
left-handed version. Now pull the bolt fully to the rear. The bolt will come out
the rear of the receiver.
Store the rifle and the bolt in different locations. When disassembled in this
manner, the rifle is inoperable. It is impossible to fire the rifle until the bolt has
been correctly replaced into the rifle’s receiver.
To reassemble the rifle for firing, reinsert the bolt into the receiver from the
rear. With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, close the bolt. Check to be sure
that the bolt can be operated fully and freely. The rifle is now reassembled and
can be loaded and fired normally.
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While the rifle is less likely to be used by unauthorized persons when
disassembled in the above manner, it is always safest to store a firearm with
the supplied locking device correctly installed, or to store the firearm in a gun
safe or other secure location, away from children and unauthorized adults.
Guns should always be stored securely, unloaded
ammunition.
and separate from their
WARNING —STORAGE
Never place or store any firearm in
such a manner that it may be
dislodged. Firearms should always be
stored securely and unloaded, away
from children and careless adults. Use
the locking device originally supplied
with this firearm for storage.
The use of a locking device or safety
lock is only one aspect of responsible
firearms storage. For increased safety,
firearms should be stored unloaded and
locked in a location that is both
separate from their ammunition and
inaccessible to children and any other
unauthorized person.
STORE SECURELY & UNLOADED
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MAINTENANCE OF STAINLESS STEEL RIFLES
Firearms and components made of stainless steel are relatively more resistant to
corrosion than those of blued steel. However, in the interest of proper operation
and long life of a stainless steel firearm, inspect it frequently and clean, lubricate
and apply an appropriate rust preventative.
Sometimes discoloration occurs from perspiration or from contact with some
types of gun cases. Rusting may occur as a result of the firearm being exposed to
moisture, salt air or chemicals.
Minor discoloration can usually be removed by rubbing the stainless area with an
abrasive ink eraser, crocus cloth, or a “metal polishing” compound. When using
any of these abrasives, proceed with care and use light pressure to achieve a
blending of “color” with those areas that are not discolored.
External surfaces most subject to rusting from handling, or from exposure to the
elements should be cleaned and wiped dry after use or after exposure to adverse
conditions. If the rifle is to be stored, coat it with a light film of oil or
preservative. Where the rifle is in continuing use, and the presence of oil or
grease would be objectionable, then the external surfaces can be coated (after
cleaning and drying) with a paste wax formulated for use on metals. Apply the
wax sparingly, allow time for it to dry hard, then buff lightly with a soft cloth.
When applying the wax, take care that it does not get into the mechanism or on
the functioning parts or in the bore.
ATTACHING RUGER SCOPE RINGS
Each Ruger scope ring is a mated assembly of a top and a base. Do not mix the
parts of the two ring assemblies as they are not interchangeable. On the
underside of each mounting ring assembly there is an integral lug, located off
center with respect to the front and back sides of the mount. The lug is nearer to
the front surface. By reference to the lug, the mounting ring can be correctly
assembled with the front of the ring toward the muzzle of the rifle.
1. Disassemble one ring and reassemble over the scope body between the turret
and the eyepiece. Remember - the lug on the base should be on the front side
of the scope.
2. Install the four top screws. Do not tighten.
3. Disassemble the other ring and install it on the forward section of the scope
tube with the lug forwardly also. Install the four top screws. Again, do not
tighten.
4. Assemble the rings to the receiver with the lugs engaging the recesses in the
top surface of the receiver. Tighten the clamp nuts so that the rings are locked
to the semicircular cuts on the sides of the receiver.
5. Rotate the scope until cross-hairs are aligned properly and slide scope to
desired eye relief. Then tighten the eight top screws each a bit at a time to grip
the scope body.
6. Sight in according to the directions with your scope.
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SIGHT PICTURE AND ADJUSTMENT FOR
ALASKAN AND AFRICAN MODELS ONLY
Both the Ruger “Alaskan” and “African” bolt action rifles are equipped with a
fixed elevation rear sight set for approximately 50 yards.
Lateral (windage) adjustment is made by loosening the rear sight blade lock
screw (located in front of the rear sight blade) and carefully moving the blade in
the direction you wish to move the bullet's point of impact. Tighten the screw
securely before shooting the rifle. Repeat as necessary until the rifle is zeroed.
SIGHT PICTURE FOR “ALASKAN”
AND “AFRICAN” MODEL
Front sight bead center in
V-notch of rear sight. Target
placed directly above bead.
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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNING
FOR THE M77
ATTACHING WEAVER SCOPE BASE ADAPTER
1. Remove the two barrel screws
(Key Nos. 4 & 5) as shown in
Figure 5a. (Do not remove the
two remaining screws.)
2. Attach the sight base (Key No.
7) using the two screws
removed in step 1, and the two
screws (Key Nos. 7a & 7b)
provided with the base as
shown in Figure 5b. Be careful
to locate the screws in the
correct holes as shown in
Figure 5b. Apply a removable
liquid threadlocker per the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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(for non-Ruger rings)
HAWKEYE¤FRONTIER RIFLE
Figure 5a
Figure 5b
WARNING —SCOPE MOUNTING
The Ruger M77 Hawkeye Frontier
Rifle is a compact rifle with a
shorter stock, chambered for
powerful magnum cartridges that
generate heavy recoil. If you are
going to mount a scope on your
Frontier Rifle, always use the front
scope mounting barrel rib to avoid
injury from the scope during
recoil.
If you are using a scope, you must
use a scope designed with
“intermediate eye relief” of from 7
to 15 inches. Consult your scope
manufacturer for this information.
DO NOT MOUNT SCOPE ON
RECEIVER OF M77 HAWKEYE
FRONTIER RIFLES
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SERVICE AND PARTS POLICY
If you have any question with regard to the performance of your RUGER
M77®Hawkeye®rifle please write or call (603-865-2442) our Product
Service Department in Newport, New Hampshire 03773, fully describing all
circumstances and conditions involved. If you should return your rifle to the
factory for repair, or order parts for it, please comply with the following
suggestions for prompt service:
WARNING: BEFORE SHIPPING ANY
FIREARM, BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT IT
AND ITS MAGAZINE ARE UNLOADED. DO
NOT SHIP CARTRIDGES WITH A FIREARM.
®
SHIPPING FIREARMS FOR REPAIR
RUGER®M77®Hawkeye®rifles returned to the factory for repair should be
sent to: Sturm Ruger & Company, Inc., Product Service Department, 411 Sunapee
Street, Newport, New Hampshire 03773. Telephone (603) 865-2442.
Guns should be sent prepaid. We will not accept collect shipments.
The Federal Gun Control Act, as well as the laws of most States and localities, do
not prohibit an individual (who is not otherwise barred from purchasing or
possessing a firearm) from shipping a firearm directly to the manufacturer for
repair. However, before you ship your rifle to us, be certain that your State or
locality does not have a law or regulation which will prohibit you from receiving
the rifle from us after it has been repaired. If such receiving is prohibited, then
please have a Federally Licensed firearms dealer ship the gun to us. If your rifle is
sent to us by a dealer, it will be returned to him after being repaired. If a handgun
(pistol or revolver) is shipped by an individual who does not hold a Federal
Firearms License, it must be shipped for overnight delivery via U.P.S., Federal
Express or other, similar private overnight service. NOTE: Firearms may not be
shipped via U.S. Mail. Persons who do not hold a Federal Firearms License are
prohibited by Federal law from shipping a handgun by Mail. Handguns mailed in
violation of the law are impounded by the Post Office.
DO NOT SEND GUN BOXES OR LITERATURE THAT YOU CONSIDER TO BE
COLLECTOR’S ITEMS – THESE ARE INVARIABLY DAMAGED OR DESTROYED
IN SHIPMENT. Please do not include rifle case, sling, telescopic sights or custom
accessories with a firearm being shipped to the factory for service. Rifles and
shotguns may be shipped via Parcel Post. Always insure your shipment.
Enclose a letter which includes your name, address, telephone number, serial
number and model of the firearm. Describe in detail the trouble you have
experienced with your firearm, or the work you wish to have done. Merely stating
that the firearm “needs repair” is inadequate information.
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Work performed will bear a net minimum labor charge of $20.00 plus a $30.00
shipping and handling charge. The charge for rebluing the RUGER®M77
®
Hawkeye®rifle is $50.00 plus a $30.00 shipping and handling charge. Custom
gunsmithing service for nonstandard alterations are NOT AVAILABLE from
Ruger Product Service Departments.
WARNING —PARTS PURCHASERS
It is the purchaser’s responsibility to be
absolutely certain that any parts ordered from
the factory are correctly fitted and installed.
Firearms are complicated mechanisms and
IMPROPER FITTING OF PARTS MAY RESULT
IN A DANGEROUS MALFUNCTION, DAMAGE
TO THE FIREARM, AND SERIOUS INJURY TO
THE SHOOTER AND OTHER PERSONS. The
purchaser and installer of parts must accept full
responsibility for the correct adjustment and
functioning of the rifle after such installation.
PARTS MUST FIT CORRECTLY
ORDERING PARTS
Please contact the New Hampshire Product Service Department for parts
availability and current prices. All parts orders for the RUGER
Hawkeye®should be sent to: Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Product Service
Department, 411 Sunapee Street, Newport, New Hampshire, 03773, 603-865-
2442. We cannot comply with open account or C.O.D. requests. Payment in the
form of a check, money order, Visa or Mastercard must accompany your order.
Credit Card orders must include the account number, expiration date and
whether it is a Visa or Mastercard account. Minimum parts order is $1.00 plus a
$3.50 shipping and handling charge. Order parts by Part Number and Part Name
and include the entire serial number of the firearm for which the parts are being
ordered. There is a minimum net labor charge of $20.00 plus $30.00 shipping
and handling if the parts are factory fitted. All factory-fitted parts are fitted on an
exchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts.
®
M77
®
®
Because the receiver of the RUGER
M77®Hawkeye®rifle is a serial
numbered component, it is defined as a “firearm” by Federal law and is not sold
as a separate component.
*Parts designated by an asterisk must be factory fitted. These parts are fitted on
an exchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts. We will not return
any part that is broken, malfunctioning, badly worn or has been modified. See
“Warning — Parts Purchasers,” above.
CAUTION: Firearm users are cautioned that a gun containing
modified, broken, malfunctioning, or badly worn parts should not
be fired.
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RUGER®M77®HAWKEYE®RIFLE
PARTS LIST
Design, prices and specifications subject to change without notice.
SPECIFY MODEL AND CALIBER WHEN ORDERING
(See Exploded Views on Pages 36 & 37)
NOTE: Component parts for the “Alaskan” and “African” Models are NOT ILLUSTRATED.
Part Name Part No. Model
* Barrel Contact NH Product Service Dept. for barrel replacement.
* Bolt Assembly, Complete Contact NH Product Service Dept. for bolt assembly replacement.
Bolt Stop D-53HM All Blued Models
Bolt Stop KD-53HM All Stainless Models
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Bolt Stop D-53AB “Alaskan” Model
Bolt Stop Plunger D-56 All Blued Models
Bolt Stop Plunger KD-56 All Stainless Models
Bolt Stop Plunger KD-56AB “Alaskan” Model
Bolt Stop Plunger Spring D-57 All Models
Bolt Stop Plunger Spring Retaining Pin D-59 All Blued Models
Bolt Stop Plunger Spring Retaining Pin KD-59 All Stainless Models
Bolt Stop Stud Bushing D-55 All Blued Models
Bolt Stop Stud Bushing KD-55 All Stainless Models
Bolt Stop Screw Stud - Blued Models D-54HM All Blued Models
Bolt Stop Screw Stud KD-54HM All Stainless Models
Bolt Stop Screw Stud KD-54AB “Alaskan” Model
Center Mounting Screw D04700 All Blued Models
Center Mounting Screw KD04700 All Stainless Models
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Part Name Part No. Model
Cocking Piece, Not Illustrated - Blued D01810HM “African,” Standard, Ultra Light, Compact
Cocking Piece, Not Illustrated - Stainless KD01810HM Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
Cocking Piece, Not Illustrated D01810AB “Alaskan” Model
Ejector Contact NH Product Service Dept. for ejector replacement.
Ejector Spring KD00900 All Models
Extractor Contact NH Product Service Dept. for extractor.
Extractor Band KD-15HM All Models
Extractor Band KD-15AB “Alaskan” Model
* Firing Pin Assembly Contact NH Product Service Dept. for firing pin assembly replacement.
Firing Pin Cross Pin D-19 All Models
Firing Pin Spring D01202 All Models
Floor Plate Assembly - Satin Finish, KD20511 All Models with Laminated Stocks
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Long Action
Floor Plate Assembly Contact NH Product Service Dept. for floor plate assembly replacement.
Floor Plate Hinge - Blued Models D-7HM “African,” Standard, Ultra Light, Compact
Floor Plate Hinge - Stainless Models KD-7HM Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
Floor Plate Hinge D-7AB “Alaskan” Model
Floor Plate Latch - Blued Models D03100HM “African,” Standard, Ultra Light, Compact
Floor Plate Latch - Stainless Models KD03100HM Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
Floor Plate Latch D03100AB “Alaskan” Model
Floor Plate Pivot Pin D-6 All Blued Models
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Part Name Part No. Model
Floor Plate Pivot Pin KD-6 All Stainless Models
Front Mounting Screw D04601 All Blued Models
Front Mounting Screw KD04601 All Stainless Models
Front Sight Base - Stainless KS06500 Stainless Models w/Sights
Front Sight Base Set Screw D-70 Standard & Sporter Models w/Sights
Front Sight Blade D06713 “African”
Front Sight Blade D06712 “Alaskan”
Front Sight Plunger Spring D-69 Standard & Sporter Models w/Sights
Front Sight Retainer Plunger D-68 Standard & Sporter Models w/Sights
Front Sling Swivel Screw S-86B Standard, Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
Magazine Box - Long Action D22707 Specify Model & Caliber
Magazine Box - Short Action D22700 Specify Model & Caliber (except 22-250)
Magazine Box - Short Action D22710 22-250 Caliber Only
Magazine Follower, with tab Magazine Follower, with tab Magazine Follower - Short Action D-147 22-250 Caliber Only
Magazine Latch Spring D-32 All Models
Magazine Spring - Short Action D-149 22-250 Caliber Only
Magazine Spring D-148 All Models except 22-250 Caliber
Pistol Grip Cap - Plastic D08001 “African,” Standard, Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
Pistol Grip Cap Medallion D-82 Standard, Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
Pistol Grip Cap Screw C-96SM Standard, Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
Rear Mounting Screw D04800HM “African,” Standard, Ultra Light, Compact - Blued Models
Rear Mounting Screw KD04800HM Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact - Stainless Models
Long Action KD03023 Specify Model & Caliber
Short Action KD03025 Specify Model & Caliber (except 22-250)
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Part Name Part No. Model
Rear Mounting Screw D04800AB “Alaskan” Model
Rear Sight Base D-151HM “African” Model
Rear Sight Base D-151AB “Alaskan” Model
Rear Sight Base Screw D-62HM “African” Model
Rear Sight Base Screw D-62AB “Alaskan” Model
Rear Sight Blade D07725HM “African” & “Alaskan” Models
Rear Sight Clamp Screw D-64HM “African” Model
Rear Sight Clamp Screw D-64AB “Alaskan” Model
Rear Sight Williams Gib Lock Clamp D-83 “African”Model
Rear Sight Williams Gib Lock Clamp D-83AB “Alaskan” Model
Rear Sling Swivel Stud S-87 All Models
Recoil Pad D06313 All Blued Models
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Recoil Pad (Not Illustrated) D06318 Synthetic Stock Models
Recoil Pad Screw, 2 Req’d D-84 All Models
Recoil Pad Screw, 2 Req’d B-91 Standard & Ultra Light Models with Synthetic Stock
* Safety Selector - Blued Models J03800HM Standard, Ultra Light, xCompact
* Safety Selector - Stainless Models KJ03800HM Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
* Safety Selector J03800AB “Alaskan” Model
Safety Selector Detent J04300 All Models
Safety Selector Detent Spring D-32 All Models
* Safety Selector Retainer - Blued Models J02100 “African,” Standard, Ultra Light, International, Compact
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Part Name Part No. Model
* Safety Selector Retainer * Safety Selector Retainer J02100AB “Alaskan” Model
Scope Base Clamp D-74 All Blued Models
Scope Base Clamp KD-74M All Stainless Models
Scope Base Nut D-73 All Blued Models
Scope Base Nut KD-73M All Stainless Models
Scope Base Torx®Head Screw, 8 Req’d MPF07602 All Blued Models
Scope Base Torx®Head Screw, 8 Req’d KMPF07602 All Stainless Models
Scope Rings, Medium rings, D71MHM All Blued Models
Accomodates 42mm Lens
Scope Rings, Medium rings, KD71MHM All Stainless Models
Accomodates 42mm Lens
* Sear KD02309 All Models
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Sear Pivot Pin D04200 All Models
Stock Contact NH Product Service Dept. for stock replacement.
Tor x®Key Wrench, Not Illustrated MPF07601 All Models
(for scope base Torx®Head Screw)
* Trigger KD02024HM “African,” “Alaskan,” Standard, Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
Trigger Guard Assembly D20202HM “African,” Standard, Ultra Light, Compact - Blued Models
Trigger Guard Assembly KD20201HM Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact - Stainless Models
Stainless Models KJ02100 Ultra Light, Sporter, Compact
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Part Name Part No. Model
Trigger Guard Assembly D20202AB “Alaskan” Model
Trigger Pivot Pin D02100 All Models
Trigger/Sear Spring J02400 All Models
* PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FITTED
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RUGER®M77®HAWKEYE®RIFLE
EXPLODED VIEW
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RUGER®M77®HAWKEYE
FRONTIER RIFLE
COMPONENT PARTS LIST
(See Exploded View on Page 36 for Other Parts)
Key No. Part Name Part No.
1 Barrel Rib Dowel, Front S-152
2 Barrel Rib Dowel, Rear S-151
3 Barrel Rib D01330
4 Barrel Rib Screws, 2 Req’d S-138
5 Barrel Rib Center Screws, 2 Req’d D06101
6 Scope Rings, Low, Sold as Pair S100RL
7 Scope Base Adapter D08800
(Includes Key Nos. 7a & 7b)
7a Scope Base Screw, Front D06102
7b Scope Base Screw, Rear D06101
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THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING
We believe that Americans have a right to purchase and use firearms for lawful
purposes. The private ownership of firearms in America is traditional, but that
ownership imposes the responsibility on the gun owner to use his firearms in a
way which will ensure his own safety and that of others. When firearms are used in
a safe and responsible manner, they are a great source of pleasure and satisfaction,
and represent a fundamental part of our personal liberty.
Firearms do not cause accidents! Firearms accidents are almost always found to
have been the result of carelessness, or ignorance on the part of the shooter of the
basic rules of safe gun handling.
The following rules must be observed by gun users at all times. Safe gun handling
is not just desirable, it is absolutely essential to your safety, the safety of others, and
the continuation of gun ownership and sport shooting as we know it today.
1. LEARN THE MECHANICAL AND HANDLING
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE USING.
Not all firearms are the same. The
method of carrying and handling
firearms varies in accordance with the
mechanical provisions for avoiding
accidental discharge and the various
proper procedures for loading and
RUGER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNINGS IN THIS
MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE
USING THIS FIREARM.
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unloading. No person should handle
any firearm without first having
thoroughly familiarized himself with
the particular type of firearm he is
using, and with safe gun handling in
general.
2. ALWAYS KEEP THE
MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION.
Be sure of the bullet stop behind your
target, even when dry-firing. Never let
the muzzle of a firearm point at any
part of your body or at another person.
This is particularly important when
loading or unloading a firearm. In the
event of an accidental discharge, no
injury can occur as long as the muzzle
is pointing in a safe direction. A safe
direction means a direction which will
not permit a discharged bullet to strike
a person, or to strike an object from
which the bullet may ricochet.
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A safe direction must take into account the fact that a bullet may
penetrate a wall, ceiling, floor, window, etc., and strike a person or
damage property. Make it a habit to know exactly where the muzzle of
your gun is pointing whenever you handle it, and be sure that you are
always in control of the direction in which the muzzle is pointing, even
if you fall or stumble. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready
to shoot.
3. FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT IN
USE
.
Firearms should be loaded only
when you are in the field or on the
target range or shooting area,
ready to shoot. Firearms and
ammunition should be securely
locked in safes, racks or cabinets,
or by using the locking device
supplied with the firearm, when
not in use. Ammunition should
safely be stored separate from
firearms. Store your firearms out
of sight of visitors and children. It
is the gun owner’s responsibility to
be certain that children and
persons unfamiliar with firearms
cannot gain access to firearms,
ammunition, or components.
"LOAD-UNLOAD"
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SAFETY IN
POSITION
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3
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4. BE SURE THE BARREL IS CLEAR OF OBSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE SHOOTING.
Even a bit of mud, snow or excess
lubricating oil or grease in the
bore may cause the barrel to
bulge, or even burst on firing, and
can cause serious injury to the
shooter and bystanders. Be sure
that you are using ammunition of
the proper caliber and loading for
the gun you are using. If the
report or recoil on firing seems
weak, or doesn’t seem quite right,
CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY,
unload your firearm, and check to
be sure that no obstruction has
become lodged in the barrel.
Never try to shoot out an obstruction!
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6. WEAR SHOOTING
GLASSES AND HEARING
PROTECTORS WHEN
YOU SHOOT.
All shooters should wear
protective shooting glasses and
adequate hearing protectors when
shooting. Exposure to shooting
noise can damage hearing, and
adequate eye protection when
shooting is essential.
5. BE SURE OF YOUR
TARGET BEFORE YOU
SHOOT.
Don’t shoot unless you know
exactly where your bullet is going
to strike. Be sure of the bullet
stop behind your target, even
when dry-firing with an unloaded
gun. If you are in the field
hunting, do not fire at a
movement or noise. Take the time
to be absolutely certain of your
target before you pull the trigger.
7. NEVER CLIMB A TREE
OR FENCE WITH A
LOADED FIREARM.
Put the firearm down carefully
before climbing a fence, and
unload it before climbing or
descending a tree or jumping over
a ditch or other obstruction. Never
pull or push a loaded firearm
toward yourself or another person.
When in doubt, or whenever you
are about to do anything awkward,
unload your gun!
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8. DON T SHOOT AT A
HARD SURFACE, OR AT
WATER.
Bullets can glance off many
surfaces like rocks or the surface
of water and travel in
unpredictable directions with
considerable velocity.
9. NEVER TRANSPORT A
LOADED FIREARM.
Firearms should always be
unloaded before being placed in a
vehicle. A suitable carrying case
or scabbard should be used to
carry an unloaded firearm to and
from the shooting area.
10. AVOID ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES WHEN
SHOOTING.
Don’t drink until the day’s
shooting is over. Handling
firearms while under the
influence of alcohol in any form,
or medications that could affect
your judgement or coordination,
constitutes a criminal disregard
for the safety of others.
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A BRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY
ACHIEVEMENT: RUGER FIREARMS
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., had its beginning in a small machine
shop occupying a rented frame building in Southport, Connecticut. In
January, 1949, with an initial investment of only $50,000 and an idea,
William B. Ruger and Alexander M. Sturm started production of a 22
caliber autoloading pistol–a design which was so successful that it
became the cornerstone upon which one of the most comprehensive
lines of sporting firearms ever made in America was established. After
Alex Sturm’s death in 1951, William B. Ruger continued to direct the
Company until his death in 2002. William B. Ruger, Jr. continued to
provide guidance, which helped make this Company a sound and
successful enterprise, until his retirement in 2006.
Sturm, Ruger & Company, in this relatively short time, has established
itself as a leading small arms design organization, developing a unique
and broad line of fine quality sporting, military and police firearms to
become one of the world’s most famous producers of revolvers, pistols,
rifles and shotguns. Since 1949 Ruger craftsmen have built many
millions of firearms.
During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership of
William B. Ruger, the Company developed a business philosophy and
implemented policies which represent a constructive influence in the life
of modern America. From the beginning, Sturm, Ruger & Company
played a positive role in conservation efforts and has supported the
interests of shooters through such groups as the National Rifle
Association, National Shooting Sports Foundation, and many regional
sportsmen’s organizations.
The Company has always endeavored to market its firearms for
constructive and recreational purposes, to emphasize the traditional
aspects of shooting, to render meaningful public services and to
encourage shooters in constructive, responsible, and safe participation in
the shooting sports. Its motto, “Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens,”
exemplifies this Company philosophy.
Today, Sturm, Ruger & Company is particularly mindful of those
elements which have contributed to the creation of its success, and
extends heartfelt thanks to its many loyal employees and customers.
A current catalog of Ruger firearms is available free upon request to
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Southport, CT 06890
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WHY NO WARRANTY CARD HAS BEEN
PACKED WITH THIS NEW RUGER FIREARM
The Magnuson-Moss Act (Public Law 93-637) does not require any
seller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a written
warranty. It does provide that if a written warranty is given, it must be
designated as “limited” or as “full” and sets minimum standards for a
“full” warranty. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has elected not to
provide any written warranty, either “limited” or “full”, rather than to
attempt to comply with the provisions of the Magnuson-Moss Act and
the regulations issued thereunder. There are certain implied
warranties under state law with respect to sales of consumer goods. As
the extent and interpretation of these implied warranties varies from
state to state, you should refer to your state statutes. Sturm, Ruger &
Company wishes to assure its customers of its continued interest in
providing service to owners of Ruger firearms.
STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc.
Southport, Connecticut 06890 U.S.A.
www.ruger.com
Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens
A COPY OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ANY RUGER
FIREARM IS AVAILABLE FROM THE FACTORY FREE ON REQUEST, OR IT MAY
BE DOWNLOADED FROM OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.RUGER.COM.
THESE INSTRUCTION MANUALS CONTAIN IMPORTANT
WARNINGS WHICH MUST BE UNDERSTOOD
BEFORE USING THESE FIREARMS.
“10/17,” “22/45,” “Model 96,” “P90,” “P91,” “P93,” “P94,” “P95,” “P97,” “P345,” “P345D,” “Mark III,”
“P345PR,” and “Super Redhawk Alaskan” are RUGER TRADEMARKS. “RUGER,” THE STURM, RUGER
LOGO, “AC-556,” “Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens,” “10/22,” “All-Weather,” “Bearcat,” “Bisley,”
“Blackhawk,” “Gold Label,” “GP100,” “Hawkeye,” “M77,” “Mini Thirty,” “Mini-14,” “Old Army,” “P85,”
“Redhawk,” “Ruger Titanium,” “77/17,” “77/22,” “77/44,” “77/50,” “SP101,” “Vaquero,” “Security-Six,”
“Service-Six,” “Single Six,” “Speed-Six,” the “SR” Design and “Target Grey” are
REGISTERED U.S. TRADEMARKS.
“DEERFIELD” is a registered trademark of Blount, Inc.
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