The Ruger 77/17 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .17 WSM with an 18.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, matte stainless receiver, and green laminate stock. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Model: Ruger 77/17 
• Caliber: .17 WSM 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 18.5 inches 
• Capacity: 6+1 rounds 
• Overall Length: 37.75 inches 
• Weight: 7 lbs 
• Safety Mechanism: Three-position safety 
• Grip Material: Laminate Green Mountain 
• Receiver Material: Stainless Steel 
• Finish Color: Matte Stainless with Green Mountain Stock 
   

Features 

The cold hammer-forged barrel has a 1-in-9" twist rate, which stabilizes the .17 WSM's small-diameter bullets at high velocity. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounting. The three-position safety locks the bolt, allows safe carry, or disengages for firing. 
 
The green laminate stock is moisture-resistant and dimensionally stable in temperature swings, which matters in field conditions. The matte stainless finish doesn't require rust prevention beyond basic care. 
 

Use Cases 

The .17 WSM produces very high velocity with minimal recoil, making it accurate for varmint control and small game at range. At 7 lbs it's a moderate-weight rifle, and the 18.5-inch barrel keeps overall length compact. The stainless and laminate combination handles wet weather better than blued steel and wood.

Owners of the Ruger 77/17 .17 WSM in green laminate and stainless give it positive marks overall, with a few consistent practical concerns.

The stainless and laminate combination draws praise for durability, especially from hunters who shoot in wet or variable conditions. The green laminate stock is visually distinctive and gets compliments for standing out from standard synthetic.

Accuracy with the .17 WSM is a consistent strength. The caliber's high velocity and flat trajectory work well for varmints and small game at range, and owners report the 77/17 delivers that accurately.

The bolt action cycles smoothly, which is noted positively across multiple reviews.

Amunition availability is the main practical concern. .17 WSM is less common than .22 LR or .17 HMR and can be difficult to find during supply shortages. Buyers who don't have a reliable local source should account for this before committing.

Weight at 7 lbs is on the heavier side for a rimfire-class rifle. Some owners find it tiring on extended hunts, though others appreciate the added stability for precision shots.

The community around this rifle discusses optimal scope pairings and uses -- pest control, small game hunting, and informal target shooting are the common applications mentioned.