Ruger No. 1 Medium Sporter 9.3x74mmR Single Shot Rifle

Ruger No. 1 Medium Sporter chambered in 9.3x74mmR. This rifle features a strong, simple, compact falling-block breech mechanism with artillery-style breechblock and under-lever is ideally suited for today's powerful cartridges. It has a sliding tang safety that provides instant security, visibility, and accessibility. A robust, sturdy, sculptured receiver forms a rigid support for barrel, stock and sliding breech block. The ejector mechanism provides maximum leverage at the point where the ejector engages the cartridge case and can be adjusted to provide extraction only. Integral scope mounts, machined directly on the solid steel quarter rib, provide a stable mounting surface for mounting scope rings. It has an adjustable rear notch sight and a front blade sight. The cold hammer-forged barrel results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy and longevity. The 9.374mmR is a rimmed, bottleneck design. This cartridge is used for hunting medium to large game animals. It is a popular cartridge for African safari hunting in countries with more German influence like Namibia. Manufactured in 2009. Includes the original box.