Let me start by saying I'm not slamming Ruger rifles, just giving my experience. I've had a M77 in 30-06, a 77-22, a Ruger #1 in 45-70, and presently have a 10-22. None of them would/will group worth a crap, and I reload. I admit, I did not try many loads in the #1, but I tried a ton of loads...