^Lot 15 DSC EXCLUSIVE 2026 CHAPTER GUN: RUGER M77 HAWKEYE AFRICAN IN .275 RIGBY

Lipsey’s Exclusive Ruger M77 Hawkeye African, chambered in the classic .275
Rigby, is a stunning tribute to American Heritage and craftsmanship. Designed for elegance, precision, and performance, this rifle is a collector’s dream and a hunter’s trusted companion.
This rifle is more than a firearm—it’s a statement of tradition, conservation, and craftsmanship. One Box of Hornady Ammunition is also included.

Specifications

 Model Lipsey’s Exclusive Ruger M77 Hawkeye African
 Caliber .275 Rigby
 Custom- engraved bottom metal floor plate featuring DSC Foundation Logo
 Exclusive, only 32 in production
 Bolt Action Rifle
 Premium Walnut Stock with ebony forend tip
 24” Cold hammer-forged Barrel
 Blue Steel Finish
 Capacity 3+1 Rounds
 Three Position Safety
 Red Recoil pad
 Shallow V rear and white bead front sight

Est value- $2,699

Additional Information on the Ruger M77 Hawkeye African

.275 Rigby – A Legendary British Sporting Rifle


Overview
• British sporting name for the 7x57mm Mauser cartridge
• Popularized by John Rigby & Co. in early 1900s
• Legendary status among hunters for efficiency and versatility

Origins & Naming
• Mauser’s Cartridge (1892): Introduced as 7x57mm Mauser, respected after Boer
War
• Rigby’s Branding (1907): Renamed .275 Rigby for British market; rifles built on
Mauser actions

Key Figures & Legacy
• Jim Corbett: Used .275 Rigby for man-eating tigers and leopards in India
• WDM ‘Karamojo’ Bell: Took elephants ethically with 173-grain bullets, proving its
power

Performance
• Excellent for medium game worldwide
• Rigby’s ‘High Velocity’ version: lighter, faster bullets for deer
• Modern revival: Rigby Highland Stalker continues the tradition