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John D · April 5, 2011, 06:43 PM

I bought the Deerfield when in came out. Was impressed by its size, easy handling, robust action, and the 44mag teamed with my pistols.

Positives: easy to handle, load, points nicely, strong.
Negatives: for some reason, my mag falls out frequently. I don't know if I just hit the release with my finger or the recoil bounces it out, but it's happened to me (and others who have shot this rifle) enough times I always check it.

Would love to have an extended magazine for 10 or more rounds. The flush mount is nice for a saddle scabbard but having the option of higher capacity would be a bonus.

I sense this rifle wasn't one of Ruger's big successes. I like it.

April 5, 2011, 06:43 PM	#23
John D Senior Member Join Date: October 24, 2000 Location: No. Arizona Posts: 436	I bought the Deerfield when in came out. Was impressed by its size, easy handling, robust action, and the 44mag teamed with my pistols. Positives: easy to handle, load, points nicely, strong. Negatives: for some reason, my mag falls out frequently. I don't know if I just hit the release with my finger or the recoil bounces it out, but it's happened to me (and others who have shot this rifle) enough times I always check it. Would love to have an extended magazine for 10 or more rounds. The flush mount is nice for a saddle scabbard but having the option of higher capacity would be a bonus. I sense this rifle wasn't one of Ruger's big successes. I like it.