The Ruger M77 Hawkeye Compact is a bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in 7mm-08 Rem. It pairs a 16.5″ cold hammer-forged barrel with an American walnut stock and a satin blued finish. The rifle includes integral scope mounts and scope rings, and is configured with Ruger’s LC6 trigger and a three-position safety for controlled operation in the field.
Key Specifications
- Caliber is 7mm-08 Rem, as specified by the manufacturer.
- The action is a Bolt action platform for reliable manual operation.
- The barrel measures 16.5 inches and is described as cold hammer-forged.
- The stock is finished in American walnut with wrap-around checkering for a traditional look and hold.
- The metal finish is Satin Blued on barrel and receiver surfaces.
- The reported weight is 6 pounds for a lightweight compact profile.
- The overall length is 35.5 inches for a compact carrying length in the field.
- The trigger is listed as the LC6 model for consistent break and feel.
- Safety is a Three-position design that also allows bolt locking and safe unloading.
- Rate of twist is specified as 1:9.5″ RH for stabilizing typical 7mm-08 projectiles.
This compact Hawkeye balances traditional wood furniture and classic lines with modern Ruger features such as integral scope mounts, a hinged steel floorplate and a one-piece stainless bolt. Its combination of a short, hammer-forged barrel and modest weight makes it suitable for field use where a compact, reliable bolt-action rifle is preferred. The included scope rings and integral mounts simplify optics installation while the LC6 trigger and three-position safety provide practical control in real-world use.
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