#34 • Ruger M77 Mark II Compact, 260 Remington with Leupold Vari-x II

Part of Premier Gun Auction (live auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $950.00

Status: Sold

Ruger M77 Mark II Compact – .260 Remington with Leupold Vari-X II 3x9 Scope This Ruger M77 Mark II Compact bolt-action rifle, serial number 788-71817, is chambered in .260 Remington and represents one of Ruger’s most versatile and sought-after lightweight hunting rifles. Built with a compact design and precision features, it is ideally suited for hunters who value portability without sacrificing accuracy or performance. The rifle is fitted with a 16 ½-inch barrel featuring a 1:8-inch twist rate and 6 grooves. The bore is bright and shiny with excellent rifling. The barrel retains exquisite bluing with sharp factory address and markings, while the receiver also displays clear markings and beautiful original finish. The smooth, one-piece bolt action incorporates Ruger’s proven non-rotating controlled-feed extractor with a fixed blade ejector, paired with the classic three-position safety located on the right side behind the bolt handle. The floorplate and trigger guard remain in excellent condition. The hardwood stock is made of premium American walnut, finely checkered on the forearm and pistol grip, with a black polymer grip cap centered with a Ruger medallion. The buttstock is fitted with a Ruger-marked black rubber recoil pad and sling swivel stud at the base, while the forearm also carries a matching swivel stud. The walnut shows virtually no wear and is in extraordinary condition overall. A black nylon sling with an adjustable Realtree-camouflage-pattern leather shoulder pad is included. Topping the rifle is a Leupold Vari-X II Gold Ring 3-9x40mm scope, mounted securely. The scope features a duplex reticle, Multicoat 4 lens system, lockable fast-focus eyepiece, and ¼ MOA adjustments. It is fogproof, waterproof, shockproof, nitrogen-filled, and finished in matte black. The scope is in like-new condition, offering superb clarity and dependable performance in the field. A complete package, this Ruger M77 Mark II Compact in .260 Remington, paired with a premium Leupold scope, is field-ready and highly desirable for both hunters and collectors seeking a lightweight, accurate, and beautifully maintained rifle. FFL Status: Modern