Mmmm.... Do I sell, to get?

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#1 Post by **Sim G** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 1:41 pm

Yep, Ruger Gunsite Scout is available....... in my local shop........ Blued metalwork, 18.5" barrel as opposed to 16.5" over the pond. No muzzle brake, but factory screwcut so an aftermarket could be easily fitted.....

£1115 retail........

Not bad when you consider a Marlin Cowboy is £1080.

But, I did have my heart set on a Savage Scout to replace the awful Steyr. But, new clutch on the wifes car and a couple of other "buys" has left the gun fund a little light so I would have to sell to fund...... :-P

Holds Tight · #2 Post by **Holds Tight** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 6:06 pm

The Ruger Scout LOOKS like a great rifle but has had mixed reviews in the US. Rugers albeit reliable are a mixed bag when it comes to accuarcy. I'm not bashing I have a ruger gp 101 .357 and 20 years of shooting and fixing Mini 14's.

#3 Post by **Sim G** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 6:27 pm

That's what keeps me from jumping on it straight away. I've long been a fan of Cooper, the Scout Rifle concept and Ruger, but, sketchy accuracy is keeping the leash on me.

I have a Ruger VT in .243 that was a very accurate rifle. A mate in my club also had a Ruger VT in .223. His wouldn't shoot for toffee....

#4 Post by **dodgyrog** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 6:31 pm

What's wrong with an old Parker Hale Scout? My pal has one and it is excellent - far better than a Ruger.

#5 Post by **pe4king** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 7:06 pm

Sim you cant let a gun go, you know you will regret it in the long run :roll: .
:-P Theres always a kidney

#6 Post by **Sim G** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 7:14 pm

pe4king wrote:Sim you cant let a gun go, you know you will regret it in the long run :roll: .
:-P Theres always a kidney

:lol: :lol: :lol:

Yeah, I know!!!

However, just been through my gadget drawer and discover a couple of "pearls", including a Greg Lightfoot custom folding knife!!!

Mmmmm.... might have to on a mass selling spree!

#7 Post by **Sandgroper** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 8:55 pm

Go for the Savage - you'll end up finding fault with Ruger, because you're already having doubts about getting it.

Then again why buy when you can build - my Ishapore Scout only cost £ 250 all up!

#8 Post by **the running man** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 9:02 pm

i want one myself!!!

#9 Post by **Sandgroper** » Tue Jul 26, 2011 9:53 pm

Well Sim, have you decided - Ruger or Savage?

#10 Post by **Sim G** » Tue Jul 26, 2011 11:59 pm

Yep, the decision is made. And that decision is; I'm undecided!!!

In all honesty, it'll probably be the Savage........

(I do know it won't be another Steyr......!!)

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