The Ruger Hawkeye Hunter is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC, fitted with a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel with 5R rifling and a satin stainless steel finish. The American walnut stock has wrap-around checkering at the grip and forend. Weight is 7.2 lbs. and capacity is 3+1. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Ruger 
• Model: Hawkeye 
• Caliber: 6.5 PRC 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Weight: 7.2 lbs. 
• Finish: American Walnut / Satin Stainless Steel 
• Receiver Material: Stainless Steel 
• Safety Type: Three-position safety 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The non-rotating controlled-feed Mauser-style extractor provides positive case control through the feeding cycle. The hinged solid-steel floorplate lets you unload without cycling each round through the chamber; Ruger's patented latch prevents accidental releases. A 20 MOA Picatinny rail, secured with four #8-40 screws, comes installed and gives long-range optic setups plenty of elevation travel. 
 
The LC6 trigger is factory-set for a crisp pull. A thread protector is installed at the muzzle for suppressor or brake use. The 5R rifling geometry reduces fouling accumulation compared to traditional 6-groove rifling and maintains tight bore tolerances. 
 

Usage 

 
The 6.5 PRC chambering gives this rifle meaningful reach for big-game hunting and long-range target work, with manageable recoil. The walnut and stainless combination is more oriented toward field hunting than precision competition, but the 20 MOA rail and threaded barrel make it adaptable. At 7.2 lbs. it is a mid-weight hunting rifle — heavier than ultra-light mountain rifles but well-balanced for most field use.

The Ruger Hawkeye Hunter in 6.5 PRC draws consistent praise for the walnut and satin stainless combination. Owners who wanted a classical-looking hunting rifle in a modern magnum cartridge tend to be exactly the right audience, and most are satisfied with the results.

Accuracy with the 6.5 PRC caliber gets regular positive marks. The flat trajectory and manageable recoil make it comfortable for extended range sessions, and users report solid groups at hunting distances and beyond.

The LC6 trigger is well-regarded in most reviews. It is crisp out of the box, and most shooters run it without modification. Some want a lighter or adjustable pull, but complaints on this point are infrequent.

Weight comes up occasionally. At 7.2 lbs. before optics, it is not a pack rifle. Hunters doing long approaches or sheep-type hunts will feel it; those hunting from stands or vehicles will not notice.

Overall sentiment is positive. The Hawkeye Hunter in 6.5 PRC is well-positioned for hunters who want the cartridge's ballistic performance with a traditional wood-and-steel aesthetic rather than a synthetic chassis setup.