The Ruger M77 Hawkeye Precision is a bolt-action target rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor with a 26-inch heavy contour barrel. It is built for long-range shooting, with an adjustable two-stage trigger and an integrated Picatinny rail. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Weight: 11 lbs. 
• Overall Length: 47" - 48.5" 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Finish: Matte Black 
   

Detailed Features 

The cold hammer-forged alloy steel heavy contour barrel is 26 inches long, which extends velocity and gives the barrel more thermal mass during extended range sessions. The adjustable two-stage trigger has a short take-up and crisp break with minimal overtravel, which can be set to the shooter's preference. The integrated Picatinny rail accepts standard 20 MOA or flat bases for scope mounting without separate rail hardware. 
 
The speckled black/brown laminate stock handles humidity without warping the way wood can and provides a stable platform for prone or bench shooting. At 11 lbs., this is not a walking-around rifle -- it is built for position shooting at the range or from a rest in the field. The 10+1 capacity is generously over what most target sessions require.

Owners of the Ruger M77 Hawkeye Precision in 6.5 Creedmoor generally focus on accuracy and the 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge's flat trajectory and low recoil. The combination works well and the rifle's weight -- 11 lbs. -- absorbs recoil enough that extended range sessions are comfortable.

The adjustable trigger gets consistent praise. The laminate stock is well-regarded for its dimensional stability and ergonomic fit. Build quality is generally called solid, with no common complaints about fit and finish at the price point.

The recurring criticisms are weight and cost. At 11 lbs., it is heavy to carry on a hunt, though that is expected for a heavy-contour target rifle. Some owners have added optics, bipods, or other accessories and note that the Picatinny rail makes that straightforward. A few discussions mention that the stock fit does not work for every body type, which is common with fixed-stock target rifles.