Ruger Hawkeye Hunter 204 Ruger 24″ Stainless Walnut

The Ruger Hawkeye Hunter is a full-size bolt-action sporting rifle built for field use and precision varmint work. Chambered in .204 Ruger and fitted with a 24-inch free-floated, cold hammer-forged stainless barrel with 5R rifling, it pairs a classic American walnut stock with modern features including a 20 MOA Picatinny rail and factory-installed thread protector. The rifle uses Ruger’s LC6 trigger and a Mauser-type controlled round feed extractor for reliable, controlled operation. Ergonomic contours and a three-position safety make it suited to extended days in the field.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .204 Ruger for high-velocity varmint performance.
• The barrel measures 24 inches and is free-floated for consistent accuracy.
• The action is a Bolt Action with a one-piece stainless steel bolt.
• The stock is finished in American Walnut with a fixed pistol-grip configuration.
• The metal finish is Satin Stainless on a cold hammer-forged barrel with 5R rifling.
• Barrel threads use a 1/2-28 pattern and include a factory thread protector.
• The rate of twist is 1:12″ right-hand to stabilize typical varmint projectiles.
• Equipped with a 20 MOA Picatinny rail secured with #8-40 screws for optic mounting and elevation capability.
• The trigger is Ruger’s LC6 for a crisp, out-of-the-box pull.
• Features a hinged solid-steel floorplate and a Mauser-type controlled round feed extractor with fixed blade ejector.

With a blend of traditional walnut aesthetics and modern, accuracy-focused components, the Hawkeye Hunter is designed for shooters who want a reliable, accurate rifle for field work and varmint hunting. Its stainless, threaded barrel and 20 MOA rail make it straightforward to equip with optics and suppressors or muzzle devices while the LC6 trigger and controlled-feed bolt promote consistent shot-to-shot performance.

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