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ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP***update***
« on: June 16, 2008, 05:38:26 AM »
i bought a ruger 1-A 30-06 light sporter. when my ffl log in the rifle he checked the ser.# on box and rifle and all matched. when i got it home i checked and found that the ser.# on box matched but after picking and looking at the cal. is a "9.3X74R". i called ruger and they want it back. should i keep it? does it have any collectors value? yout thoughts please.
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP
« Reply #1 on: June 16, 2008, 08:43:25 AM »
I suspect it would be worth more than an -06 but how much more I'm not sure. Likely once fired that difference wouldn't be much. To me it would be a rather desireable rifle to keep and I'm sure they are charging a bit more for them new than what you thought you were getting. I'd keep it personally.
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP
« Reply #2 on: June 16, 2008, 09:33:26 AM »
See what they'll offer you for it. and make the best deal that you can, or just keep it. Somebody is gonna get their butt chewed out.....
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP
« Reply #3 on: June 16, 2008, 11:33:55 AM »
I would keep it for sure as far as value goes. May not be worth more right now but it sure will be down the road sometime. You can always find an 06.
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP
« Reply #4 on: June 16, 2008, 01:45:10 PM »
i have been looking for a 1-A light sporter in 30-06 for awhile. i sure don't want this caliber as i have a 35 whelen. $60.00 to 80.00 dollars a box for ammo for 9.3X74R. ruger just wants to send me a shipping label and my rifle goes away. the lady said they will "send me a replacement eventually". that just don't sound right. i guess i'll take your advise and stick it in the safe. with all my cost i've got $850.00 in this and i still don't have what i want. thanks, richard
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP
« Reply #5 on: June 16, 2008, 02:32:49 PM »
Is it really a 9.3X74R or is it mis-stamped?  Larry
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP
« Reply #6 on: June 16, 2008, 03:34:22 PM »
it is stamped "9.3X74R" and the barrel is twice as big as my 270. and alot heaver.
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« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2008, 02:56:20 PM »
ups picked up today. i will post reports. regards,richard
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP
« Reply #8 on: June 17, 2008, 05:12:57 PM »
I hope they get you your 30-06 fast and give you a little kick back for you trouble.

Good luck
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP
« Reply #9 on: June 18, 2008, 12:17:17 PM »
  I'd use the same advice from this same question on Ruger Forum.   :D
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« Reply #10 on: August 13, 2008, 02:46:01 PM »
got replacement today 8/13/08. Damn, if they did'nt send the wrong rifle again.  ruger #1 RSI 270 ?<>%X#$


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« Reply #11 on: August 14, 2008, 08:40:41 AM »
Toadja ta keepit..... ;D
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP***update**
« Reply #12 on: August 27, 2008, 10:52:40 AM »
Quote from: fatercat on August 13, 2008, 02:46:01 PM
got replacement today 8/13/08. Damn, if they did'nt send the wrong rifle again.  ruger #1 RSI 270 ?<>%X#$
I think the ruger #1 rsi is the prettiest rifle ever made. If I had even the slightest use for one I buy it (in 7x57 mauser) That being said Is the second screw up  on one gun purchase, I would be doing some serious butt chewing
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP***update***
« Reply #13 on: August 27, 2008, 02:30:38 PM »
I would rather have the .270, but I would have some serious dialogue with Ruger. I love No. 1's and really like the .270 Win although I do not have one in the No. 1.
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« Reply #14 on: August 27, 2008, 02:41:56 PM »
I wouldn't have a .270 for free.  I'd ask for what I paid for.
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Re: ruger wants my rifle back. need some thoughts ASAP***update***
« Reply #15 on: August 27, 2008, 11:47:48 PM »
I've got a RSI in 7x57... and love it.

The 7x57 in a strong action like a Ruger #1 International (full Mannlicher stock) is, to me, "THE" perfect combination of a classic rifle in a classic caliber.  The only thing that might make it a tad more "classic" would be if it were in a 7x57R (rimmed case)... but the rimmed cases are harder to come by than the standard 7x57mm cases and I handload... so that's an important point.

Since the #1 action is so strong, the 7x57mm Mauser cartridge can be loaded to higher (50,000 CUP) pressures than the standard factory rounds which are loaded to the SAAMI maximum pressure of 46,000 CUP due to the older, weaker 1893 and 1895 Mausers still in use around the world.

When the 7x57mm Mauser cartridge is loaded to it's full "capacity", it slightly out-classes the much newer 7mm-08 Winchester round which has been gaining popularity for several years.

Isn't it strange that a cartridge that was introduced almost 120 years ago can still very much rival and even exceed one of the newest cartridges that has been brought out and gained so much popularity?

As for the RSI in .270 Win. that was sent to you in error, I won't get involved in the on-going, old argument about the .30/06 Springfield vs. the .270 Winchester... they are BOTH excellent hunting cartridges.   :)


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« Reply #16 on: August 30, 2008, 03:15:24 AM »
ron T, i also have the 7x57 rsi #1 and load for it. 3/4" group inch yesterday with 140 gn accubond.  they finley sent the right one 30-06. just a plan jane stock. it is the 1-a lite sporter.
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« Reply #17 on: September 03, 2008, 04:07:18 PM »
Quote from: fatercat on August 13, 2008, 02:46:01 PM
got replacement today 8/13/08. Damn, if they did'nt send the wrong rifle again.  ruger #1 RSI 270 ?<>%X#$




I have all 3 calibers (9.3x74r, .30-06 and .270) and like all three for varying applications.  What are you going to use the rifle for?
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« Reply #18 on: November 11, 2008, 12:43:29 AM »
 I am glad you got what you wanted. I would have thought Ruger would have gave you a little extra for all the hassle. Guess they are looking out for #1(them selves)

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« Reply #19 on: December 05, 2008, 11:48:19 AM »
Quote from: plumberroy on August 27, 2008, 10:52:40 AM
Quote from: fatercat on August 13, 2008, 02:46:01 PM
got replacement today 8/13/08. Damn, if they did'nt send the wrong rifle again.  ruger #1 RSI 270 ?<>%X#$
I think the ruger #1 rsi is the prettiest rifle ever made. If I had even the slightest use for one I buy it (in 7x57 mauser) That being said Is the second screw up  on one gun purchase, I would be doing some serious butt chewing
Roy
I agree.  I have been lusting for one of these for a long time.  Do they even make this in 7x57 anymore (blued, not stainless)?
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« Reply #20 on: December 05, 2008, 12:10:59 PM »
Hmm, I'm very surprised that Ruger didn't toss you a bone of some kind for their screw up(s).  Their CS is generally very good and they often go beyond what you ask for especially if a problem was their doing.  For instance, if you had an LCP that was part of the recall they would return the fixed gun with an extra clip and finger extensions on the house.
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