The Ruger Hawkeye Guide Gun rifle in .338 Winchester Magnum with a matte stainless finish and Green Mountain laminate stock (brand part no. 47117) is built for hunting guides and big-game hunters who need a compact, hard-hitting rifle for close-range encounters with dangerous or heavy game. Ruger fits the rifle with a 20-inch threaded barrel and a 1:10-inch twist rate suited to standard .338 Winchester Magnum bullet weights, giving hunters a compact rifle without sacrificing stopping power. The 3-round capacity and laminate stock combine durability with a manageable overall length for maneuvering in thick cover or from a boat. Among compact-magnum bolt action rifles, this Hawkeye Guide Gun configuration favors guides and hunters who want a hard-hitting, close-range platform.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .338 Winchester Magnum, delivering serious stopping power on heavy game.
• The barrel measures 20 inches in a matte stainless finish, threaded for muzzle devices.
• The twist rate is 1:10 inches.
• The magazine capacity is 3 rounds.
• The stock is a Green Mountain laminate design.
• The overall length measures 46.35 inches.
• Shipping weight of approximately 10.1 pounds.
• The sights are Yes.
• The action is bolt-action, manually cycled for reliable, repeatable accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this rifle built for? Its compact 20-inch barrel and .338 Winchester Magnum chambering suit close-range encounters with heavy game.

Is the barrel threaded? Yes, the barrel is threaded for muzzle devices.

Buy the Ruger Hawkeye Guide Gun Rifle

A compact, hard-hitting platform built for close-range big game is exactly what this Guide Gun delivers in .338 Winchester Magnum. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.