Ruger Hawkeye FTW Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor

Ruger Hawkeye FTW Hunter: Purpose-Built for the Modern Hunter

The Ruger Hawkeye FTW Hunter represents a thoughtful approach to rifle design—one that respects both tradition and the demands of contemporary hunting. This is a rifle built to work, not merely to exist in a safe.

Action and Extraction

At the heart of this rifle lies a non-rotating Mauser-type controlled round feed extractor, arguably the most reliable case extraction system ever devised. The fixed blade-type ejector positively ejects empty cases as the bolt moves fully rearward, eliminating the uncertainty that plagues some designs. The hinged solid-steel floorplate allows quick unloading without cycling each cartridge through the chamber—a practical feature that separates working rifles from range queens.

Accuracy and Precision

Cold hammer-forged barrel ensures ultra-precise rifling that delivers both accuracy and longevity. The 24-inch barrel is threaded and topped with a 20 MOA Picatinny rail secured with four #8-40 screws, providing genuine long-range elevation capability beyond what traditional integral scope mounts offer.

The LC6 trigger delivers smooth, crisp performance out of the box—no gunsmithing required. The three-position safety is easily accessible and allows you to lock the bolt or load and unload with the safety engaged, a feature that matters in the field.

Recoil Management

The Ruger Muzzle Brake System is a clever solution to a real problem. The removable radial-port muzzle brake significantly reduces felt recoil, making follow-up shots faster and more accurate. When the brake isn't preferred, swap it for the included dynamically-matched muzzle weight—switching between them won't shift your point of impact.

Stock and Handling

The Pro-Series H-S Precision tan-black speckled synthetic stock features a full-length aluminum bedding block for consistent accuracy and a slender pistol grip with Pro-Center technology that promotes natural hand positioning. This is a stock designed for hunters who actually use their rifles.

Specifications

• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
• Magazine capacity: 4 rounds
• Barrel length: 24 inches (threaded)
• Receiver: Stainless steel
• Bolt: One-piece stainless steel
• Includes: Thread protector, muzzle brake, muzzle weight, and sling swivel studs

This is a rifle for shooters who understand that reliability, accuracy, and practical features matter more than unnecessary complexity.