The Ruger M77 Hawkeye FTW Hunter in 6.5 Creedmoor is a bolt-action rifle with a 24" cold hammer-forged stainless steel barrel, 4-round capacity, and a Natural Gear Camo stock. At 9.9 lbs and 44.75" overall, it is the heaviest configuration in the Hawkeye FTW line. The muzzle brake system ships with an alternate muzzle weight that can be swapped without changing point of impact on most loads. Integral scope mounts are machined directly into the solid steel receiver and ship with rings. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: M77 Hawkeye FTW Hunter 
• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Overall Length: 44.75 inches 
• Weight: 9.9 lbs. 
• Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Finish: Matte Stainless Receiver / Natural Gear Camo Stock 
   

Detailed Features 

• Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel: CHF rifling for consistent bore geometry and long service life. 
   
• Mauser-Type Controlled Round Feed Extractor: Non-rotating extractor with a fixed blade ejector for reliable extraction and ejection. 
   
• Three-Position Safety: Allows bolt locking and safe loading/unloading. 
   
• Patented Integral Scope Mounts: Machined into the solid steel receiver; eliminates loosening concerns from two-piece ring systems. Rings included. 
   
• Adjustable Length of Pull: Soft rubber buttpad with spacers for fitting different shooter sizes. 
   
• Muzzle Brake System: Reduces felt recoil. The included muzzle weight substitutes without changing point of impact.

Owners of the M77 Hawkeye FTW Hunter in 6.5 Creedmoor rate build quality and bolt smoothness consistently. The M77 action has a solid reputation, and the CHF barrel draws credit for consistent accuracy. The 6.5 Creedmoor caliber is rated well for recoil and ballistics across the range of uses these owners describe.

Weight at 9.9 lbs is the most cited concern. It is on the heavy end for a field hunting rifle, which leads some buyers to prefer a lighter Hawkeye variant. The Natural Gear Camo stock divides opinion -- practical for hunting, but some buyers prefer a synthetic option for varied weather. Price is generally considered justifiable for the build level, with occasional comparisons to competitors at lower price points.