Ruger Model 77/50

The RUGER ® MODEL 77/50 is a muzzleloading, percussion rifle intendedfor use with black powder, percussion caps, soft lead and jacketed “saboted”projectiles. It has a precision rifled barrel with a 1-in-28” rifling twist. It does notfire conventional cartridges, but is instead loaded from the muzzle of the barrel.It is of bolt-action operation, and must be cocked and capped by opening thebolt, placing a cap on the nipple, and then closing the bolt before normally firingthe rifle by pulling the trigger.Like any such rifle, it is to be USED WITH BLACK POWDER OR PYRODEXONLY, and its safe use requires that the shooter be thoroughly familiar with thespecial characteristics of these firearms.Other notable features of the RUGER ® MODEL 77/50 rifle include: Athree-position safety; in-line bolt action ignition; a fast lock-time triggermechanism (non-adjustable); a flush positioned bolt stop (bolt release); ahardwood stock with a rubber recoil pad; and studs to which sling swivels can beattached.The receiver of the RUGER ® MODEL 77/50 rifle incorporates integralscope mount bases (see illustration next page). It also comes with open sights – agold bead front sight and a folding leaf rear sight which is adjustable forelevation and windage.Disassembly of the rifle to its major components is readily accomplished byremoval of two screws and the barrel band. The bolt assembly can be quicklydisassembled for cleaning.All mechanical components are made of heat-treated chrome-molybdenum orstainless steel, with music wire coil springs throughout the mechanism.The mechanism of the RUGER ® MODEL 77/50 provides for securityagainst accidental discharge when properly handled. As with any other firearm,however, it must be used with strict attention to correct safety practices, some ofwhich are unique to muzzleloading firearms. In addition, the rifle should beinspected frequently to assure that it is working properly.The RUGER ® MODEL 77/50 Officer’s Model has the samemechanism and operation as the standard Model 77/50, but is furnished with aspecial straight-gripped walnut stock with cut-checkered grip and forend and acurved butt plate reminiscent of the “Officer’s Model” Springfield rifles privatelypurchased by Calvary officers over a century ago.The RUGER ® MODEL 77/50 is also available in stainless steel constructionwith a laminated stock, for increased corrosion resistance and protection fromthe elements.4