The Ruger Hawkeye Alaskan is a bolt-action rifle in .338 Win Mag built around a 20-inch cold hammer-forged barrel and a Hogue Overmolded stock. It's designed for big game hunting in rough country, where the stainless finish and rubber grip make sense for wet or muddy conditions. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model Number: 57101 
• Caliber: .338 Win Mag 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Overall Length: 42 inches 
• Capacity: 3 rounds (fixed magazine) 
• Weight: 8 lbs. 
• Finish: Hawkeye Matte Stainless with Black Hogue Overmolded stock 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
   

Detailed Features 

• Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel: Consistent bore dimensions and long service life, even under the high pressures generated by the .338 Win Mag. 
• Mauser-Type Controlled Round Feed: The claw extractor grips the case from the magazine and controls it all the way to the chamber, which reduces feed failures in cold or dirty conditions. 
• Three Position Safety: Lets you lock the bolt, carry on safe with the bolt operable, or fire, useful when approaching game quickly. 
• Stainless Steel Bolt: One-piece construction that cycles smoothly and resists corrosion in field conditions.

The Ruger Hawkeye Alaskan in .338 Win Mag draws most of its praise from big game hunters, with a few practical criticisms alongside.

Build quality and reliability are the most consistent positives. The matte stainless finish and Hogue stock hold up well in field conditions, and the Mauser-type feed is trusted in situations where a jam would be costly. Accuracy at distance gets good marks too. Users report solid performance with .338 Win Mag loads across various ranges.

Weight is the main complaint. At 8 lbs. before optics and sling, it adds up on long hauls into remote terrain. Recoil from the .338 Win Mag is real, and while most experienced hunters manage it without issue, shooters new to large-bore rifles should expect a firm push and plan accordingly.

The 20-inch barrel is a deliberate trade-off. It's shorter than a standard hunting rifle to make dense cover and pack transport easier, but ballistic performance compared to a 24-inch barrel is a point some users note.

Price is discussed as reasonable for the Ruger quality tier, though some comparisons to similarly-priced competitors come up in forum threads.