Ruger Alaskan M77 | Gun Review |

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Ruger Alaskan M77 .375 Review | 2-Year Pro Guide Field Test
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Meta Description: Dive into the ultimate Ruger Alaskan M77 .375 review, based on a comprehensive two-year field test by a seasoned Alaskan Pro Guide. Uncover real-world insights, performance assessments, and the reliability of Ruger's iconic firearm in the rugged Alaskan wilderness.
Introduction: Discover the untold story of the Ruger Alaskan M77 .375 through the lens of a Pro Guide's rigorous two-year field experience. Our in-depth gun review provides a thorough examination of this powerhouse in action, addressing its performance, durability, and suitability for the demanding Alaskan terrain.
Key Highlights:
Pro Guide Perspective: Gain valuable insights from a professional guide who relies on the Ruger Alaskan M77 .375 for real-world, high-stakes scenarios in the Alaskan wilderness.
Two-Year Field Test: Explore the gun's long-term performance and durability, as we delve into its reliability after extensive use in diverse conditions.
Performance Metrics: Uncover the firearm's accuracy, recoil management, and overall handling, dissecting its capabilities and limitations in the challenging Alaskan environment.
Alaskan Wilderness Challenges: Learn how the Ruger Alaskan M77 .375 copes with the unique challenges posed by Alaskan hunting and guiding, offering practical insights for prospective users.
User-Friendly Format: Enjoy an engaging and informative review presented in an easy-to-read format, perfect for both seasoned gun enthusiasts and those new to the Ruger Alaskan M77 .375.
Don't miss out on this comprehensive review that goes beyond the specs, providing genuine, field-tested feedback on the Ruger Alaskan M77 .375 from an Alaskan Pro Guide's perspective. Upgrade your understanding of this firearm's performance and make an informed decision for your next adventure.

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@nixieandyakyak3837 5 ай бұрын

Great job reviewing that rifle. You brought out things that most have not. I now have one on order.

@chuckydubree1925 5 ай бұрын

Great info good review appreciate all the updates

@northwoodsrat6686 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job, Caleb. Enjoyed this well edited review on the M77. Love my stainless Hawkeye in 300 RCM w/sights. New England Custom Guns (NECG) makes a well designed, compact yet rugged, fully adjustable aperture/peep sight for these Rugers that easily attaches/detaches/reattaches with good return to zero, on the rear integral receiver mount. Makes a great back up sight option, or even a fine primary rear sight alternative to those factory rear ramps, for those who simply prefer peeps on their rigs (also considerably lengthens the sight radius, enhancing accuracy a bit). Used mine on several 'bou in northern Canada with favorable results, even at longer distances. It may be something you might find useful to help shave some scope weight and bulk off your rig while also having the added benefit of providing quick target aquisition on close-up dangerous game you may have to deal with as an Alaskan Bear guide. Makes your rifle a real joy to carry too. I believe Brownell's still sells them. ATB

@brianmelanson5124 Жыл бұрын

I’m over on Yukon, I use the same firearm except in .375 Ruger. No muzzle brake. Drops Bison, Moose and Bears where they stand.

@CalebStillians Жыл бұрын

It’s a great gun!

@Denner771 5 ай бұрын

Excellent review. I'm buying one largely based on your review. Safari here I come!

@tylerkuhn6321 3 жыл бұрын

The M77 is THE BEST guide gun around! Mine has a 3# trigger job done to it and I recommend a quick detach scope mount setup on the rifle so you can change out the scope for your iron sights in seconds without screwing up your scopes zero when putting it back on.

@PotatoeJoe69 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know man it's got some very stiff competition. Winchester's Model 70 Alaskan, and their Model 70 Safari... and then Savages 110 Brush Hunter, for HALF THE PRICE of the Ruger... the M77 definitely isn't the only big kid on the block

@johnappleseed9290 2 ай бұрын

The Model 70 Safari and Alaskan are solid, however the construction on the M77 Ruger feels more robust. Also both have Mauser type action so they’re pretty much a tie imo.

@darrenmatthys8323 4 ай бұрын

Great Review

@doubled6595 7 ай бұрын

Yes! All of your review here hits the great points of why these rifles are amazing, and especially for the money. Great review, thank you.

@CalebStillians 7 ай бұрын

i’m really glad you enjoyed the review. I appreciate you leaving this kind comment!!

@siciliancapeverde4646 Жыл бұрын

Great video brother. You’ve just got another sub. 👍🏽👍🏽

@dalanwanbdiska6542 3 жыл бұрын

I dropped my nikon prostaff on a rock in the winter time and it was still zeroed and still works perfect today, got a moose with it and my 270 win.

@Extra_Ordinary_Gary 3 жыл бұрын

I'm running a 338 RCM. Great platform!

@burk3552 3 жыл бұрын

Look forward to seeing the gun u guys are working on,grip and shorter barrel are always first options I look at for a hunting rifle

@jetboat25 2 жыл бұрын

Yea I know that sucks.

@KCBarr1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I like that model.

@CalebStillians 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@mylifeisdope916 Жыл бұрын

I think most guys consider the "M77" the old model with the tang safety. I think a lot of guys would call guns with those actions the Hawkeye, with the wing safety. The standard one with the Hogue stock I would call the Ruger Guide Gun. I've got my eye on the first one you showed, in the same caliber. I'm looking forward to see what you're developing, thanks.

@jackvliet 2 жыл бұрын

Makes me want one

@20cameron1 Жыл бұрын

Really nice looking guns! Rare to see someone that likes the big bores. Getting a 338 win mag in the near future. Enjoyed the video.

@russellkeeling9712 2 жыл бұрын

You mentioned the stock is very gripable and you are less likely to drop the rifle and break the scope because the hunt would be over. You are right about the grip on the stock but the M77 hawkeye does have open sights so the hunt would not be over. Actually the first thing I notice about the M77 is the banded front sight.

@RickNethery Жыл бұрын

Nice rifle brother.👍

@carleichler6070 3 жыл бұрын

Great Gun Review..... I was just thinking of asking you about your gun that you used in your recent Grizzly hunt video. You beat me to it! Nice shooting by the way

@CalebStillians 3 жыл бұрын

I am glad you enjoyed the video! That Ruger is a good gun.

@thebigfellar7178 3 ай бұрын

@@CalebStillians I thought Grizzlies were a protected species??? Or am I mistaken??? You must live in the Yukon. Google says there and somewhere in Canada.

@andrewmacaulay1585 5 ай бұрын

What type of custom forward sight did you install? Kind regards New Brunswick Canada

@joecostello8452 2 жыл бұрын

Great review,

@CalebStillians 2 жыл бұрын

I am glad you enjoyed it!

@33667406 2 ай бұрын

Muy buen vídeo. Mejor aún el Ruger M-77 Mark II. cien x ciento confiable y preciso.

@tkinak 3 жыл бұрын

I have quick release rings on my 375 Alaskan so if the scope goes south I can use the irons. I'm curious what your new rifle will be like!

@CalebStillians 3 жыл бұрын

I can not wait to show it to you. A lot of work still has to go into it!

@denniscossman 3 жыл бұрын

Is that why you put tape over your one clients barrel to keep out debris . I had a judge friend who had a gun with a clip like that his complaint it would open & drop the bullets to the floor of his deer stand , does it stay closed fairly well & have you had any problems afield having that clip get bumped open in the brush . I can't wait for your gun to come out , priced right I'll put my Burris eliminator scope on it . Probably will be a waiting line a mile long for your new gun .

@seasterl Жыл бұрын

Which rear sight did you use? NECG?

@bradleywillard6980 Жыл бұрын

What upgraded sights did you use?

@michaelmoser7892 3 жыл бұрын

I have a pre 64 fn98 and everybody in the world has copied it because it was the best action ever made all the way down to the attached mag dump

@dalanwanbdiska6542 3 жыл бұрын

I have one also. Very nice rifles. Mines 30,06.

@boomchang1 Жыл бұрын

Nice and informative. What caliber is it chambered in? the 416 Ruger?

@CalebStillians Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that Sir. It’s chambered in a 375 Ruger.

@malcome83samson85 10 ай бұрын

I just bought a Ruger M77 African in 375 Ruger. How is the recoil? What would you compare it to? I've shot 10ga shotguns and various calibers of rifles.

@1999fxdx 8 ай бұрын

Like a 12 gage slug in a lighter shotgun. With the brake like a 308. You decide on the noise. I barely notice it.

@davidwelsh5997 3 жыл бұрын

Hey man, any chance you could let us know the brand of the custom rear sight? Awesome video!

@CalebStillians 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Mr. David I can’t find the name on the sight. I am sorry. I got the got from a friend that passed away so I am not much help.

@davidwelsh5997 3 жыл бұрын

@@CalebStillians Sorry to hear about your friend, thanks for checking

@wolverinekut 3 жыл бұрын

💯👍

@burk3552 3 жыл бұрын

Have u tried any of savages impulse rifle yet?

@CalebStillians 3 жыл бұрын

yes I have. They are not bad.

@juliuscajilog9371 2 жыл бұрын

It has a bullet drop at the bottom, how do you load it? From the top?

@CalebStillians Жыл бұрын

Yes from the top Sir.

@tominva4121 5 ай бұрын

Is the rifle chambered in .375 Ruger or .375 H&H?

@Denner771 5 ай бұрын

375 Ruger

@bunnyhops477 Жыл бұрын

How many yards it shoot

@crazylegs-ee2bf 3 ай бұрын

none, someone is either mowng it ,or having a Bar B Q.

@danielbeach4855 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your candid review. We need more of these. Thanks for your work on this. You are lost/off base on detachable magazines. By your logic, the M16/M4 should not have them as Soldiers sometimes move through swamps, jungles, nasty woods and a stick could hit the mag release and cause the mag to fall out. Or, it could rub against their webgear and drop the mag. This is possible, but after 21 years as a Cavalryman, I find this to be a red herring argument/not likely. All military and LEO entities have moved to box magazines. Hunting humans is at least as dangerous as hunting bears. Stick the mag release where it won't be inadvertently triggered. Carry a spare magazine(s) like Soldiers do, as Murphy is always along for the ride. A HUNTER should not need to shoot 25 times to drop his targeted animal, so the magazine is not about volume of fire. Unloading the weapon is a bit faster/easier/safer when you drop the mag, and eject the round in the chamber vs. cycling the bolt 3-5 times. This is picking nits. If you like internal magazines - awesome. If you want a detachable mag (Savage 110 Tactical), awesome. This is why we used to be a free nation - we could do as we chose. BTW - I have the same rifle, but without the idiotic brake (2007? production date. I will not train anyone on my ranges with a muzzle brake. I have lost enough of my hearing already, and no one on the range likes getting beat up with the blast taking out their eyesight, or eardrums.). It is a superb rifle to CARRY and USE hunting. It is beautiful in terms of form follows function. Also have the identical rifle in .416 Ruger and have seriously pondered finding a second .375 Ruger Alaskan because two is one, and one is none. That is how pleased I am with the synergy of the design.

@NoJagel 3 жыл бұрын

375 H&H or Ruger?

@CalebStillians 3 жыл бұрын

Ruger, Sir.

@jetboat25 2 жыл бұрын

Hoge stock is shit. First thing I did on mine as get rid of that stock. Inaccurate And stock and butt pad hang up and stick to clothing especially when shouldering.. Had A Mcmillan built. way better

@aaronwilcox6417 2 жыл бұрын

McMillan no longer makes stocks for the Ruger 77 rifles so that's not an option anymore. Gotta go with what's currently available.

@deangebhardt1981 2 жыл бұрын

@@aaronwilcox6417 Bell & Carlson and H-S Precision com to mind.