Scout rifle setups

[jjgaw]

I’ve been seeing an uptick in popularity of scout rifles lately. Personally, I like the concept and plan on adding one to my safe here soon.

So post your scout setups, include some details, your experiences, pros and cons.

 

[robtattoo]

One that I should NEVER have let go.
Ruger Scout in .223 with a Hi-Lux 2-7 scope.
It was heavy, but held perfectly offhand. I dropped a few piggies with it, shooting 65gr Sierra Gamekings.
The one pictured was 185yds, across an open field of tall grass with no rest option. Took the shot offhand & dropped him on the spot.

 

[jjgaw]

Nice rifle! I’m deciding between the gunsight scout like yours, or the new Ruger scout gen 2. Any plans to build another?

 

[Luke S]

I like my 308 Ruger Gunsite Scout a lot. But I mount my scope the traditional way. I bought a $50 scout scope to try out the concept but didn't warm up to it.
I am curious about those 223 scouts. Can you load bullets seated out farther then a AR mag?

 

[smellslikesteelcase]

Ruger m77 Frontier in 7mm-08. Compact and fast handling.

 

[jjgaw]

Ruger m77 Frontier in 7mm-08. Compact and fast handling.
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Sweet rifle and a great caliber. Fixed power scope?