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I purchased a used Ruger Hawkeye with heavy barrel in .223 a few months ago and even though it is 1:12 it shoots the light varmint bullets to sub MOA. Now the bad part which probably comes with buying a used firearm. The trigger pull is Think about it and it will fire. I'm sure the previous owner dicked with the trigger and didn't have a clue. A couple of weeks ago I laid on the shooting bench and it discharged. Luckily I always have all firearms aiming down range. I chalked it up to "Maybe I touched the trigger." Then while cleaning it today after putting the bolt back in and closing it, I raised the bolt about 1/2" and sure enough CLICK! I tried it several times and each time it fired without pulling the trigger. Next will be a Timney or equal. First I will have it looked at just in case but I think the previous owner did something bad and dangerous and then sold it or traded it.