Ruger's Model 77 Hawkeye

Ruger's Model 77 Hawkeye in 204 Ruger

Ruger Model 77 Hawkeye rifles have an air of century-old hunting rifle tradition. However, they are actually made

with very modern manufacturing processes, using very modern materials and finishes. The Model 77 Hawkeye is chambered for all of the popular standard cartridges, as well as a slew of new proprietary cartridges. This model translates well into a variety of chambers from the varmint shooting 204 Ruger right on up to the big 416 Ruger.

Most other Ruger M77 Hawkeyes I've handled have a matte black metal finish. This model has an attractive deep black gloss finish from barrel to bottom metal. It didn't seem to mar or scuff in use and it cleans up easily with a quick cloth wipe. The bolt is stainless, as is the case with all Ruger bolt action models. The satin finished walnut used on Ruger stocks these days is not as plain as it once was. There is just enough contrast and figure in grain to set off the clean checkering and patterns and to give the rifle a touch of character.

 Ruger Model 77 Hawkeye Standard
Model     37116
Chamber     .204 Ruger
Weight     7.25 lbs
Barrel Length     24"
Twist     12" RH
Magazine Capacity     5 Rounds

Ruger's 22 Charger Pistol

Ruger's 22 Charger Pistol...


The Ruger 22 Charger pistol was announced in December of 2007, a Ruger 10/22 derivative. In addition to recreational target shooting and varmint/small game hunting applications, both the original and current Charger fit well into special local and unlimited rimfire pistol silhouette competition where shooting distances may extend beyond 200 meters. The original Charger remained in production for approximately five years, before being discontinued in early 2013.

 Ruger 22 Charger Pistol

Model Number     4918 (TD) & 4917
Type Action     Semiauto
Caliber     22 Long Rifle
Capacity     15*

Colt Wiley Clapp

Minimalist Masterpiece: Colt Wiley Clapp Stainless Commander

Elegant yet functional, the new Colt Wiley Clapp Stainless Commander is everything you need and nothing you don’t.

Taking advice from Clapp regarding specifications and design, Colt has produced an entire series of TALO dealer-exclusive 1911s bearing the prominent gun writer’s name. So far, this series has comprised of the Wiley Clapp CCO, the Wiley Clapp Lightweight Commander and the Wiley Clapp Government Model.

Now, for 2016, Colt is adding another pistol to the Wiley Clapp line, this one an all-stainless steel version of the Commander pistol. Designed with specifications input from Clapp, the new Wiley Clapp Stainless Commander is an elegant, custom-quality 1911 purpose-built for carry and defensive use.

Manufacturer:      Colt
Model:      1911
Caliber:      .45 ACP
Capacity:      7