The set-up with the short action and a long barrel lenght and diamter is more a real joy to handle than you think. I often hunt with 20" carbines that are "nose" heavy.
While I bought this Creedmoor for my limited long range shooting,I would have no problem slipping thru my woods looking for deer and pigs.I think it's one of Ruger's best "balanced" rifles and I own about a dozen of 77's & 1'S.
I also have about 10 carbines that I have hunted with for years and never felt handicaped on a long shot.

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