Ruger American Rifle Generation II

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Originally Posted by TLB

Problem with the gen 11 is the price looks like it will be quite close to the likes of a tikka so it probably won't do all that well.
Shame because the gen 1 for it's price was a good entry level rifle.
I've had 3 and they were all as accurate as any tikka I've owned and needed little to no modification. Magazines are terrible but so are the Howa minis and the tikka t1 so it's across the board. Actions aren't smooth but if you want something that is aesthetically pleasing then you probably wouldn't be buying a $950 rifle.

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I can't agree with you about the magazines at least in 223. The pmags are superb unless you want to load long.

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Originally Posted by TLB

Yeah I am fairly confident they do, haven't actually paid attention. I still have one in .243 so I'll have a look next time I'm in the safe.

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Not sure about other calibers but .223 and 6.5 creedmoor are the same. Bolts fit either one so got to double check you have the right bolt before heading off.

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Originally Posted by vulcannz

Mine was $900 new, threaded 16" barrel, some sort of coating on the barrel. It has an accutrigger style trigger which I like. Though I must admit I don't like the newer mags, I like a flush mag as it's nicer to carry.

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Mine was $820 new, and yes threaded but blued not coated. Trigger is fine for a hunting trigger. Does not compare to my mates $3k Sako 223 but would not take that hunting.

A big consideration for me at the time was the 10rd mag capacity, AR15 Mag compatibility and excellent $85 aftermarket steel mags. Horses for courses...

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Originally Posted by Fatberg

The Howas are a work of art

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couldnt agree more LOL...there you go MB

Say what you like about the finish quality (and I'd probably agree) but they've got the important things right. With My gen 1, I fitted it with a new scope, measured clicks to ensure it was in the middle of the adjustment range and put it on. Bore sight looked good, first shot at 50m straight through the centre of a half inch bull followed by another 2. How often does that happen?.

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Originally Posted by Marty Henry

I can't agree with you about the magazines at least in 223. The pmags are superb unless you want to load long.

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I think there is a couple of different mag styles. The ones for the .243 and .308 were terrible. Replaced under warranty then crapped out again. Got new springs made but still don't feed reliably.

Re: Price. If you bought a rifle for $800-900 and it shoots straight, then you've done well. Standard price for the Gen I seems to be about $1300 now.

Nah it's a bit like Briscoes, never pay RRP - wait for the sale. GC were flogging them for $999 last month.