The Ruger Hawkeye (M77) is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .257 Roberts. The 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel sits in an American walnut stock with a satin blued receiver. At 7 lbs. and 42 inches overall, it's a standard-weight hunting rifle that handles field conditions without issue. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Ruger 
• Model: Hawkeye (M77) 
• Caliber: .257 Roberts 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Overall Length: 42 inches 
• Weight: 7 lbs (128 oz) 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Finish: Satin Blued Receiver, American Walnut Stock 
• Safety Mechanism: Three-position safety 
• Trigger Type: LC6 
• Barrel Twist Rate: 1:10 RH 
   

Features 

 
The LC6 trigger has a smooth, consistent pull. No sights are included -- the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounting. The three-position safety lets you carry with a round chambered and the bolt locked, then move to fire without cycling the action, which is standard practice for field hunting use.

The Ruger Hawkeye M77 in .257 Roberts has a loyal following among hunters who appreciate the caliber's combination of flat trajectory and manageable recoil. The action is consistently described as smooth, and build quality receives positive marks -- the walnut stock and blued metal give it a traditional hunting rifle feel that many owners specifically prefer over synthetic options.

The .257 Roberts caliber itself comes up often. It is accurate and versatile for deer-sized game, and users who chose it deliberately tend to be happy with the selection. Finding ammunition locally can be harder than with more common calibers, which some buyers mention as a practical downside.

Weight is the main functional complaint -- 7 lbs. is reasonable but a few users who hike long distances would prefer something lighter. Aftermarket stock and accessory options are also thinner than for more popular Ruger models, which frustrates buyers who want to customize.