Rebarrel a Ruger M77 Mk II

[rahzel100]

I have my grandfather's Ruger M77 Mk II in 22-250. I want to keep and use the rifle, but the caliber isn't one im interested in. Are there any smiths in Oklahoma that can do a barrel swap. Also if not in Oklahoma who do ya recommend? Last question will ruger sell a barrel or will i have to order from a barrel manufacturer?

 

[DRC458]

I don't know if Ruger would sell you a barrel, but there are lots of options out there from quality after market manufactures. As for a 'smith, I'd contact Steve Baldwin at Mechanical Accuracy in Jones.

ETA: I just googled Steve's place and it says "Temporarily Closed." Anyone know what's going on?

 

[dlbleak]

That’s a beautiful rifle. I like how the grain runs evenly down the stock. Looks like a standard profile barrel. What calibers are you considering?

 

[Firpo]

That’s the question @dlbleak He might could have that one cut and rechambered and the bolt face redone.

 

[rahzel100]

That’s a beautiful rifle. I like how the grain runs evenly down the stock. Looks like a standard profile barrel. What calibers are you considering?

Yes the stock is fantastic. My top 2 cartridges are either .308 or .243. Leaning towards the .308

 

[retrieverman]

If it were mine, I’d keep grandpa’s rifle as it is and just buy one like it in the caliber of your choice especially if it’s a proven accurate rifle. That’s just my feelings on the subject.

 

[Jcann]

I agree with @retrieverman.

Cost of barrel ~$450, times 2 for chambering, crown, and finish.

Keep the old Ruger as is and buy a rifle in 308 of your choosing.

 

[Okie4570]

Swapping out a 22-250 for a 243 isn't worth it imo and there's a zillion .308's out there already. One vote here for keeping it as is.

 

[rahzel100]

I appreciate the feedback about keeping it as is, but it has just sat in the safe for years. Im not wanting it rebarreled because i need rifle in those calibers, rather i want it as something that i will enjoy shooting and will be useful for the things i like to do.

 

[Equus]

If you enjoy shooting .243 then why wouldn’t you enjoy shooting a .22-250? It’s a helluva target round.