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Ruger 96/22 96/17 Frequently Asked Questions

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#1 · (Edited)
This FAQ is for all rimfire models and calibers of the Ruger 96. It seems like there are consistently new posts about Rugers 96 series rifles that ask the same questions. Part of the problem is that it is difficult to use the RFC forum search for this model and the other part is that there just aren't a ton of these guns around. With that in mind, I've looked through all of the pages of threads in the "Ruger - Other" section and picked out the threads that are helpful. I hope to edit this FAQ and put in some notes about what each specific thread contains. It is worth noting though that these threads easily get off topic and talk about other issues related to the 96. It's worth reading alot of threads to get the general consensus of the topic. Also, please feel free to add links to things you think are important!

General Impressions and Quick Answers to questions such as:
How do you like your 96? How is the accuracy of the 96? Ect...
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=228479
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=225246
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=222464
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=208934
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=213763
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=188844
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=188384
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=176232
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=172251
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=125670
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=122350
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=115748
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=42500
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9301

Ruger 96 Instruction Manual (also includes part numbers and exploded views)
http://ruger.com/Firearms/PDF/InstructionManuals/28.pdf

Ruger 96 Parts Booklet and Exploded Parts Diagrams
http://ruger.com/Firearms/PDF/PartsBooklets/E13.pdf

96 Prices (please be aware that these posts are old)
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=214795
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=200628
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=186073
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=181090
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155258
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=150092

96/22Mag vs. 77/22Mag
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155728

Disassembly
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=216558
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=53546
Also view the Ruger users manual link at the top of this page.

Troubleshooting
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=143772
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=135823
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=109173

96/22LRs in 10/22 Magnum stocks
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=202803
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=235368

Stocks
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=219595
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=204307
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=207260
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=96478
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=166365
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=170181
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=88261
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=131078
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=113260
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=110703
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=93000

Barrel / Caliber Swapping
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=229775
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=227984
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=220429
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=216558
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=204307
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=209102
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=203316
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=196836
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=192907
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=184673
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=142298
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132932
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=123274
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=108960
http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=73585
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=81067&pp=15
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=97666

Trigger / Action Work
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=216558
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=207320
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=206401
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=203154
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=197779
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=163415
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155258
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=153977
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=148459
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=128132
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124186
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=110016
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=108960
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=90565
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=95508
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29515
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30128
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=235783

Scope Bases
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=224081
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=209464
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=169597
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133806
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=95367
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18605

Sights and Scopes
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=136873
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=138395
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=113260

Ammo
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=89991

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#6 ·
I was thinking posting years the various models were made and how many would be great.

Ruger Made the 96's from '96 to '07, but a friend told me this morning that they did not make that many numbers wise and that the 17 HMR was very rare and only made one or two years.

Mine was made in '07 and is as yet unfired. Do any of you guys know what years and how many 17 HMR's were made and from when to when?
 
#9 ·
The thing I haven't seen here or on the Ruger forums is the barrel interchangeability of the barrels on the Ruger rifles and what needs to be done if anything to make the barrel & caliber changes. One thing that will be needed on some conversions is barrel shims.

10/22 LR & 10/17 HM2 = barrels interchange and there is the ability to change to HMR & WMR with magazine modified.

77/22 LR & 77/17 HM2 = barrels interchange and there is the ability to change to HMR & WMR with magazine modified.

96/22 LR & 96/17 HM2 = barrels interchange and there is the ability to change to HMR & WMR with magazine modified.

When fitting the model 77 with a model 10 or 96 barrel I am told it will require taking some metal off the face of the breach. This can be done by using a machine flat and very fine emery cloth or by gunsmith. I have done that type of thing many times before without a problem, but I do not recommend you do it unless you know how and what you are doing.

If any comments or I have made any mistakes here please feel free to correct me and or add any thing I may have left out.
 
#11 ·
Bluelixir,

Thanks for putting all that together on this model!

I have been interested in this model for along time, but never had seen one in the shops in my area.
Reading just a little of that info, it looks like there are many things that can be done to make a slick and accurate sporting rifle out of one.
I am glad the 96 has the similar barrel to receiver mounting that the 10/22 and the earlier 77/22 had, just makes working on them much easier for me.
From my reading so far on those links to posts, it appears the 96 may need a little smoothing up the action, and perhaps bumping the breach face, and barrel shoulder back some to get better groups. My 77/22 responded great with just that.
I have to look at one first hand, it may be another one of those fun freaky Ruger designs, just have to have:eek:
 
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