M77 Bolt not closing

[RG007]

How in the world did Ruger test fire this rifle?!!!!! Every firearm I have ever bought new was test fired at the factory, I just don't get it.

I've been thinking this to myself. I doubted myself at first (doing things wrong...) but when the gunsmith came up with the same problem, I felt vindicated.
BTW: I did not mean to come to this forum as a new member and create 2 pages of posts. But I appreciate what you folks have done for me. For those wanting to see the video link , here it is http://bit.ly/18MQ02l

 

[Rockrat]

If you call Ruger, I believe that they will send you a box to ship it back to them, on their dime, not yours. Sounds like a very tight chamber

Please let us know what is done to your rifle

 

[Snake45]

BTW: I did not mean to come to this forum as a new member and create 2 pages of posts. But I appreciate what you folks have done for me. For those wanting to see the video link , here it is http://bit.ly/18MQ02l

Hey, don't sweat THAT. Many of us started out here asking a question about, or seeking a solution to a problem with, some particular Ruger (I know I did). That's what this joint is here for! :wink:

Welcome to the place, and I think you'll find it's one of the best all-around gun forums of any kind on the net! :wink:

 

[RG007]

All right here's bit of an update. Call RUGER, they will send UPS tomorrow to pick up the package. The conversation was courteous, the wait was only 5 minutes. Tech support told me I won't see the rifle back until mid Jan as they are behind 2-3 weeks and there are some days where they are closed. There goes my New Years present to myself!!

I'll update once I know more.

Thank you again.

 

[RG007]

Still waiting ....
They told me to call back in 1st week of Jan.
I think I will have it by mid to late Jan.
Hope it can come back to me and not the FFL person as that is a bit of a hassle.

 

[RG007]

My Ruger is on the way back!! Took them 7 business days. Not bad IMO.

 

[huntsman22]

What did they do? Replace the extractor?

 

[RG007]

I called Ruger: they told me they had to redo the chamber. Since I do not have the rifle yet (UPS is closed today) that's all I have to report at this time.

 

[5of7]

In my opinion, the lead of the chamber is too short.

This causes interference as the ogive of the bullet makes contact with the rifling, preventing full chambering of the cartridge. 8)

 

[RG007]

Ok. Now I have a real problem.
I took the rifle to the range to use it for the first time since getting it back. The bolt closes easier than before but still is tight.
However I ran into a few problems the most serious of which was the first one:
1. As I was closing the bolt on 2 occasions the rifle discharged the bullet!!!!! No one got hurt as the gun was pointing at the targets on the range.
2. The bolt closes easier than before. I don't expect it to be loose and easy but it still takes a bit of force to close it.
3. The is bolt binding present. I think this is the correct term. On more than one occasion, I had to struggle to get the bullet out of the chamber.

I don't feel that this rifle is safe. I've lost my confidence in it.

Obviously I am going to call RUGER again. I really think I should get a new rifle.

I welcome other suggestions please.

 

[WMB30]

RG007
You are right, that rifle is not safe. Call Ruger, advise them what has taken place,request a tag to ship rifle to them for replacement not repair as you are done with it.

Bill

 

[RG007]

HI Bill:
I thank you for your comments.
I've had some thoughts and decided to ask for a refund.
Gorji

 

[5of7]

Please tell us what the outcome is when this issue is resolved.... 8)

 

[RG007]

Oh!! I sure will. UPS picked it up today; will get delivered tomorrow (NY -->NH is one day delivery by UPS). Then probably a 2 week wait. I plan on calling in a few days to remind them of their options and see what they are going to do.
Thank U

 

[Biggs300]

I've had this problem with some of my hand loads (358 Win) where I've purposely tried to stretch the COAL to get closer to the lands, but I've never had a problem with factory ammo. I would try some different factory ammo just to make sure that the ammo you're trying to chamber is not the problem.

 

[RG007]

Ok folks. I got a call from customer service. They are sending me a refund.
The saga may end after all. They said they cannot replicate my problem.

Now I need to decide what rifle to purchase.

 

[golferboy426]

another very odd story. Hard to understand how Ruger could not replicate the unintentional discharge

 

[RG007]

another very odd story. Hard to understand how Ruger could not replicate the unintentional discharge

I can assure you of the truthfulness of my statement. I sincerely experienced the problem with the rifle. I am glad no one got hurt physically.