Ruger M77 Mark II VLE / Target - Scope Rings

[ReedTX]

Hello,

I have a Ruger M77 Mark II VLE model that is the same as the rifle shown here;https://www.gunsamerica.com/9599745...308-CAL-26-BULL-BARREL-BLACK-LAMINATE-NEW.htm

I am getting a Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6x24x50 30mm tube that will be replacing the 3x9x40 1inch tube so I need new rings. I spoke with Vortex and they told me that I need rings that are made specifically for the M77 and advised that I can get these from Ruger or Leopold. I'd prefer Ruger purely for the cost saving and customer service. I have not had any dealings with Leopold before this.

I can see on the Ruger website that for a 50mm objective scope I need a front scope ring 5B30 High and a rear scope ring 6B30 Extra High. I am not sure what current rings I have on the scope because I bought the gun used and it came with them.

Has anyone had any experience with this rifle? Are Ruger and Leopold the only manufacturers that make rings for this rifle? I really like the rifle and plan to keep it, are the Leopold rings worth splurging for?

Thanks

 

[Varminterror]

Warne and Alaska Arms also make rings to fit the proprietary Ruger integral dovetail mounts. Both are typically more expensive than Ruger rings.

Ruger rings are fine. Very solid. Simple. I use them on almost all of my Ruger M77 MkII and Hawkeyes.

The rings which came on your rifle will not work for that new scope - the diameter is too small and the height too low. Order the new Ruger rings.

 

[ReedTX]

Thank for the advice Varminterror. I reached out to Ruger and confirmed the ring sizes so got them ordered. I will probably get it installed after the hunting season.