Considering Ruger No. 1 in 22-250

My current #1 is a 1B in .204 and as accurate as any of my bolt guns---it's very hard on the local ground hog population---I have it sighted in at 50 right now due to most of my shots are well within 100 yards---as I'm sure other #1 owners will tell you, consider sending to Ruger for the offset Ruger rings so that your scope can be mounted far enough to the rear to avoid having to "creep" up the stock to get a full field of view---I've had good luck with the Bushnells because they often have another half inch or more in length from the adjustment bulge to the rear edge of the eye piece---
I've also owned a 1A in 30-06 that was extremely accurate---one last thought, Rugers engineering, strength, dependability and especially their choice walnut for the number one stocks is a given, but the hard red rubber recoil pad is useless---anything over a 22-250 is much more pleasant to shoot with a good recoil pad---
 
Thanks all for the positive words. I didn't expect this much feedback, especially nearly all positive!

Hey so what is this deal with the offset scope rings? I didn't really understand the post above...here's why. It looks like the #1 is a fairly short rifle, and I assume this is true for its length of pull as well. I've handled them before and I can't really tell but it seems at least they aren't LONG in the length-of-pull department. So why would I need offset rings? Are the ring mounts machined into the rifle pretty far forward? Is that it?

Also, why send it to Ruger? Can't I buy my own rings, like here?

Again, thanks for all the helpful words!

-cls
 
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Reason for the offset rings is that the ruger rings mount to the factory rail in one position only, can't be moved forwards or back at all as opposed to many other rifles that allow scope rings to be moved back or forth on the bases--length of pull is likely similar to most other rifles, but it's always easier to shoulder the gun and have the full field of view in a comfortable and natural "hold"---I send to Ruger for the proper offset rings rather than another source due to they always have them and send what works for that particular model plus then the front ring is matched to the rear---I know, I know, should be able to use the factory rings that come with them, but it's easier to use the scope if it's back where it should be. I see the scope ring thing and the hard recoil pad as the only drawbacks to an otherwise remarkable rifle in a class all it's own--this is a gun that an American manufacturer can be very proud of, Ruger definately got it right---John
 
I should add, buy one, try it with the rings that come with it, they may suit you just fine, also, if it is in 22-250 or any of the other varmint calibers, the recoil pad should also be fine------go for it, they are an awesome rifle--John
 
Here's some shots---offset rings--
 

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the one in the above photos, mine in .204, shoots every bit as accurately as my browning A-bolt did and the A-bolt was definately a shooter---
check out the quality of the walnut in the stock and this one is not nearly as choice as many I've seen---two of my shooting buddies have #1's that have unbelievable grain in the wood---another good feature of the number one's---
 

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jrhilde, thanks for the explanation and pics. I will do as you indicate and try it with the factory fixin's first. I can't wait!!

-cls
 
I think you'll really like it--totally different feel than a bolt gun--they are a little heavy, but what the hey, that's not a bad thing in the heavier calibers---let us know what you think of it after you've put a couple rounds downrange--------John
 
Well I finally took possession of my No. 1 22-250 on Friday and I have put 120 rounds (24 5-shot groups) through it this weekend. My average for 100 yards was a hair under 2 inches. Nothing to write home about :o but hey I'm not that great a shot anyway :D

I was shooting Remington UMC 45-grain hollow points. Now that those are all gone I will start rolling my own with Hornady match bullets (52 and 53-grainers) and AA 2520. Maybe I can shrink those groups.

A few observations:

  • This thing is heavy!!
  • The safety is in the way!! I have adjusted it so it doesn't FLING the empties so hard, which is an improvement, but I am considering modifying the safety slider. Or not...I mean, the "captive brass" situation is OK from the bench. Hmmm...what to do....
  • jrhilde, you were totally right, the scope needs to be further back. I have ordered an offset rear ring from Ruger; hopefully this fixes things.

Overall, though, I absolutely love it.

-cls
 
Frumious: I've got a bunch of No. 1's and most of the smaller calibers share a common trait: They're a bit sensitive to sandbag placement when shooting from a rest. I try to keep the bags as close to the front of the action as possible. It helps with repeatability and shrinks groups. Try it on your next session, see if it helps.
 
I've got an unaltered, factory stock No.1 Varmint chambered in .220 Swift that is easily the most accurate of my many rifles. Under an inch, three shot groups @ 100 yards with factory Hornady ammunition all day long.
 
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