Ruger Hawkeye Hunter .358 Win 16.6" Threaded
Ruger's Hawkeye Hunter in .358 Winchester delivers a compact, hard-hitting platform with a 16.6" threaded barrel, integral scope mounts, and American walnut furniture. Satin stainless steel construction with LC6 trigger.
The Ruger Hawkeye Hunter: Purpose-Built for the Serious Hunter
The Ruger Hawkeye Hunter represents a refined approach to rifle design—one that prioritizes reliability, accuracy, and practical field performance. Chambered in .358 Winchester, this rifle offers genuine stopping power in a compact, maneuverable package ideal for hunters who demand both precision and portability.
Mechanical Excellence
Controlled Round Feed System The non-rotating Mauser-type controlled round feed extractor is among the most positive case extraction systems ever developed. Paired with a fixed blade-type ejector, this mechanism positively ejects empty cases as the bolt cycles fully rearward—a design principle proven over generations of use.
Trigger Performance The LC6 trigger delivers smooth, crisp performance right out of the box. No gunsmith work required. This is a shooter's trigger, responsive and predictable for both range work and field applications.
Safety and Handling A three-position safety allows you to lock the bolt completely, or load and unload the rifle with the safety engaged. The hinged solid-steel floorplate features an engraved Ruger logo and patented flush latch—no accidental cartridge dumps in the field.
Accuracy and Durability
The free-floated, cold hammer-forged barrel is threaded (5/8x24) and includes a factory-installed thread protector. Cold hammer-forging produces ultra-precise rifling that delivers exceptional accuracy and longevity. The 16.6" length keeps the rifle nimble without sacrificing velocity.
Integral scope mounts are machined directly into the solid-steel receiver, providing a stable mounting surface for the included scope rings. This eliminates a potential source of looseness and inaccuracy in the field—a detail that separates quality rifles from the rest.
Ergonomic Design
The American walnut stock features rounded contours along the barrel, bottom of the stock, and top of the pistol grip. Wrap-around checkering on the grip and forend ensures secure handling in all conditions. The one-piece stainless steel bolt is rugged and reliable.
What's Included
Scope rings, sling swivel studs, and thread protector come standard. You're ready to hunt.
The Bottom Line
The Hawkeye Hunter is a rifle for hunters who understand that reliability matters more than novelty. It's built to work, day after day, season after season.
