Description

The Ruger M77 Hawkeye African Series in .35 Whelen is a full-power, controlled-round-feed bolt-action rifle built for dangerous game, large North American game, and hard field use. Designed with classic safari styling, it features a long, heavy barrel, satin blued steel, and a traditional walnut stock with barrel band front sight. Chambered in the hard-hitting .35 Whelen, it delivers excellent penetration and stopping power while maintaining manageable recoil and outstanding reliability.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Sturm, Ruger & Co.
• Model: M77 Hawkeye – African Series
• Caliber: .35 Whelen
• Type: Bolt-action rifle
• Action: Controlled-round feed with Mauser-style extractor
• Barrel Length: 24 inches
• Barrel Profile: Heavy, non-threaded
• Finish: Satin blued
• Rifling: 1:16″ twist
• Overall Length: ~44 inches
• Weight: ~8.5 lb (unloaded)
• Magazine Type: Hinged floorplate internal magazine
• Magazine Capacity: 4 rounds
• Stock: American walnut with ebony fore-end tip
• Stock Features: Barrel band front sling swivel; cross-bolted for strength
• Trigger: LC6 adjustable trigger
• Safety: Three-position wing safety
• Sights: Barrel band front sight with removable hood; adjustable express-style rear sight
• Optics Mounting: Integral Ruger scope bases; rings included
• Recoil Pad: Pachmayr Decelerator
• Use Case: Big-game hunting, African plains game, bear and moose hunting, collection.