[easyazon_link identifier=”B006Z7P9YY” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]Ruger[/easyazon_link] introduce their [easyazon_link identifier=”B00K5EA2OA” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]Gunsite Scout Rifle[/easyazon_link] several years ago. Based upon Jeff Cooper’s Scout Rifle concept, the Ruger Gunsite produced a compact, bolt-action rifle, that met many of Cooper’s goals. The one area that was outside of Cooper’s specifications was weight. Cooper called for a rifle no more than 6.6 lbs. but the Ruger Gunsite came in between 7.1 to 7.3 lbs. depending on selection.
This year Ruger expanded their [easyazon_link identifier=”B00DJWFDQW” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]Gunsite Scout Rifle[/easyazon_link] offerings in both 5.56mm and 7.62mm. The new .308 caliber offerings have a black composite stock that helps reduce the weight to a Cooper-approved 6.25 lbs. In addition, the 5.56mm versions have the option to be built for specifically left-handed shooters.
Common Ruger Gunsite Scout Rifle features:
- Non-rotating, Mauser-type controlled round feed extractor is the most positive case extraction system ever invented, and features a fixed blade-type ejector that positively ejects the empty cases as the bolt is moved fully rearward.
- Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy, longevity and easy cleaning
- The forward-mounted [easyazon_link identifier=”B006PTOBX2″ locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]Picatinny[/easyazon_link] rail allows for the mounting of modern optics
- Patented integral scope mounts, machined directly on the solid-steel receiver, provide a stable mounting surface for scope rings (scope rings included)
- Soft rubber buttpad with spacers allow the rifle to be properly sized for different shooters or varying levels of outerwear or defensive gear (three 1/2” spacers included)
- Glass-reinforced nylon trigger guard and magazine well
- Rugged, one-piece, stainless steel bolt
- Three-position safety
- Sling swivel studs.
New 5.56mm versions:
- Overall length – 37.0″ – 38.5″ depending on recoil pad selection
- Barrel length – 16.1″
- Length of pull – 12.75″ – 14.25″ depending on recoil pad selection
- Weight – 7.1 lbs. (unloaded)
- Twist rate – 1:8″
- Muzzle threads – 1/2″ – 28
- Capacity – 10 rounds from detachable box magazine
- Optional barrel finishes – Matte black alloy and Stainless steel cold, hammer-forged options
- Stock – Black laminate, fixed
- Available in both Right-hand and Left-hand options
- MSRP – $1,075 for matt black alloy barrel; $1,139 for stainless steel option (prices are the same for LH configuration)
New 7.62mm versions:
- Overall length – 37.0″ – 38.5″ depending on recoil pad selection
- Barrel length – 16.1″
- Length of pull – 12.75″ – 14.25″ depending on recoil pad selection
- Weight – 6.25 lbs. (unloaded)
- Twist rate – 1:10″
- Muzzle threads – 5/8″ – 24
- Models 6829 and 6830 feature a composite stock with a forward aluminum bedding block and rear aluminum pillar that positively locate the receiver and free floats the barrel
- Capacity – 10 rounds from detachable box magazine
- Optional barrel finishes – Black, matte alloy and stainless steel cold, hammer-forged options
- Stock – Black composite, fixed
- Optional muzzle pieces – Ruger bird-cage flash suppressor; or Muzzle brake
- Optics – Fixed 3-prong front post; adjustable Ghost Ring rear sight
- MSRP – $1,075 for Matte black alloy steel; $1,139 for stainless steel.