Ruger Guide Gun 338 Win Mag 20" 3-Rd Bolt Action Rifle

Description

The Ruger Guide Gun Model 47117 is a rugged bolt-action hunting rifle chambered in .338 Winchester Magnum, built for hunters who need substantial power in a relatively compact and weather-resistant package. This configuration combines a 20-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, stainless-steel construction, Green Mountain laminate stock, controlled-round-feed action, express-style sights, and Ruger Muzzle Brake System. Ruger's 2019 catalog identifies Model 47117 specifically as the .338 Win. Mag. version of the Guide Gun.

The rifle uses a 20-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, keeping the overall package relatively short and maneuverable for a magnum hunting rifle. Ruger's cold hammer-forging process is designed to produce precise rifling for accuracy and long barrel life. The stainless-steel barreled action carries Ruger's subdued Hawkeye Matte finish, providing a durable configuration intended for demanding hunting environments.

Model 47117 is fitted with Ruger's distinctive Green Mountain laminate stock. The laminate construction provides dimensional stability across changing environmental conditions, while wraparound checkering helps provide a secure grip. Ruger also equips the stock with a soft rubber recoil pad—an especially useful feature with the powerful .338 Winchester Magnum cartridge.

The stock's length of pull can be adjusted using three included 1/2-inch spacers, providing a range of approximately 12.75 to 14.25 inches. This allows the rifle to be fitted to different shooters or adjusted to accommodate heavier hunting clothing.

The Guide Gun uses Ruger's proven Mauser-type controlled-round-feed extractor. The non-rotating extractor provides positive control of the cartridge during feeding and extraction, while a fixed blade ejector positively ejects the case as the bolt is moved fully rearward. A rugged one-piece stainless-steel bolt complements the action.

Ruger equips the rifle with its LC6™ trigger, designed to provide a smooth and crisp trigger pull. A three-position safety allows the bolt to be locked or permits the rifle to be loaded and unloaded while the safety remains engaged.

For fast sight acquisition in the field, the Guide Gun features a large white-bead front sight paired with a shallow, express-style windage-adjustable V-notch rear sight. Ruger's integral scope mounts are machined directly into the solid-steel receiver, and matching scope rings are included for hunters who prefer a magnified optic.

The rifle also incorporates the Ruger Muzzle Brake System, which includes a removable radial-port muzzle brake to help reduce felt recoil. When the brake isn't desired, it can be replaced with an included dynamically matched muzzle weight. Ruger designed the system so switching between the brake and matched weight does not alter the bullet's point of impact for a particular load. A thread protector is also included.

With its .338 Winchester Magnum chambering, 3-round capacity, 20-inch barrel, controlled-round-feed action, adjustable stock, and approximately 8-pound weight, Model 47117 is a serious hunting rifle designed around portability, reliability, and substantial big-game capability.