Ruger #1 RSI/ M77 RSI

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tahoe2

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Can anyone tell me why the number 1 model is so expensive compared to the bolt action ?
Doesn't the bolt have more moving parts and more manufacturing processes ?
I really like the look of the RSI series, but I don't get the price difference ?
 
Great question, If you don't mind I'd like to add a bit as I am interested as well. I've also wondered why they appear to be, generally speaking, more popular than the other Ruger models?
 
I doubt Ruger sells nearly as many No 1's as it does 77's, so they would have to charge more per unit to make a profit. The No 1's on average have much nicer wood on them also.

Ruger stopped production of the 77RSI, other than distributer exclusives. Lipsey's usually has a run of Stainless 77RSI's each year in a different caliber. They just released one in .308 which they claim sold out in record time. They have also done them in .257 Roberts, 6.5x55 Swede, 7mm-08, 250 Savage, and 7x57 Mauser.

http://www.lipseysguns.com/post/Ruger-77-RSI-International-Stainless-308-Win.aspx

Ruger still produces three calibers in the No 1 RSI.
 
The #1 requires more "hand fitting" than a 77.

The RSI models have always been popular because of their tradiditional European design and svelte stature.
 
The #1 requires more "hand fitting" than a 77.

The RSI models have always been popular because of their tradiditional European design and svelte stature.
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That was my understanding as well - that there's something about a falling-block action that requires more detail and hand-work, even at the "mass-production" level than a comparable bolt action.
 
I picked up a Ruger No. 1A in 6.5x55 Swedish a couple of months ago. Wonderful rifle...street price $800. I mounted a Leupy 2.5-8x36 on it for a nice compact hunting rifle. It shoots to less than 1" @ 100yds with 140gr Rem CoreLokts, better with my hand loads. I recommend them unequivocally. I'm thinking of a No. 1S in .300 H&H. They look very much like the old British Farquaharson so European calibers are fun.

FH
 
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