Description
Seekins built the HAVAK Element M3 for the kind of country where every ounce matters and the shots tend to be long. The heart of the rifle is a hybrid action that machines the receiver from aluminum with a hardened steel insert where the barrel threads in, which is how Seekins keeps the weight of a fully featured precision rifle down around the six pound mark. Chambered in 6mm Creedmoor with a 20 inch carbon fiber wrapped 416R stainless barrel and a 1:8 twist, it stabilizes the heavy, high-BC bullets that make this cartridge such a flat-shooting, soft-recoiling favorite for deer, antelope, and steel way out past where most folks stop dialing.
What Sets the Element M3 Apart
The M3 generation brings some genuinely useful updates. The patent-pending quick-change barrel collar lets you swap barrels or calibers without sending the rifle off to a gunsmith, and the three-lug bolt runs a short 60-degree throw so you can cycle fast without smacking your scope. The bolt disassembles without tools for easy cleaning in camp, and the integrated 20 MOA Picatinny rail includes a built-in bubble level to help you stay off the cant on angled shots. A TriggerTech trigger comes factory set at 2.5 pounds and adjusts up to 5, and the Hunter muzzle brake on the 5/8×24 threaded muzzle tames what little recoil the 6 Creedmoor produces.
Element M3 Stock and Feeding
The PH3 carbon composite stock rides on the Seekins Mini Chassis and wears Mountain Shadow camo that blends into rocky, open terrain. An adjustable cheek riser gets your eye lined up behind bigger optics, and the full-length M-LOK forend takes bipods, ARCA adapters, and sling mounts wherever you want them. Feeding comes from a detachable 3-round carbon fiber magazine with generous cartridge overall length, so handloaders can seat long bullets without giving up magazine feeding.
Why the HAVAK Element M3 Earns Its Spot in the Pack
Between the light carry weight, the switch-barrel flexibility, and the no questions asked Seekins lifetime warranty, this is a rifle that can start as your backcountry deer gun and grow into whatever you need next. It shoots like a much heavier rifle and packs like a much simpler one.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Seekins Precision
- Model: HAVAK Element M3
- MPN: 0011710383-F
- UPC: 811452027336
- Caliber: 6mm Creedmoor
- Action: Bolt Action, Short Action, Aluminum/Steel Hybrid
- Barrel: 20" Carbon Fiber Wrapped 416R Stainless Steel, Threaded 5/8×24
- Twist Rate: 1:8
- Bolt: 3-Lug, 60-Degree Throw, Tool-less Disassembly
- Trigger: TriggerTech, User Adjustable 2.5-5 lbs
- Stock: Seekins PH3 Carbon Composite with Adjustable Cheek Riser
- Capacity: 3+1
- Muzzle Device: Seekins Hunter Muzzle Brake
- Optics Mounting: Integrated 20 MOA Picatinny Rail with Bubble Level
- Finish/Color: Mountain Shadow Camo, Armorer Black Anodized Action
- Handedness: Right Hand
What’s Included
- Seekins HAVAK Element M3 rifle
- One 3-round carbon fiber detachable magazine
- Hunter muzzle brake (installed)
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the HAVAK Element M3 different from the original HAVAK Element?
The M3 generation adds the Seekins quick-change barrel collar, a tool-less removable three-lug bolt with a faster 60-degree throw, and a carbon fiber wrapped barrel in place of the older fluted stainless setup. It also moves to the PH3 carbon composite stock with an adjustable cheek riser and full-length M-LOK. The tradeoff is a few extra ounces over the original, but you gain caliber-swap flexibility and a more adjustable fit.
Can I swap barrels or calibers on the Element M3 myself?
Yes, that is one of the biggest selling points. The quick-change barrel collar is designed so you can change barrels at home without sending the rifle to a gunsmith, and Seekins publishes open-source headspace and tenon specs. The M3 action is also interchangeable with Seekins M3 chassis and stocks, so the platform can grow with you.
Is 6mm Creedmoor a good choice in this rifle for hunting?
It is a great fit for deer, antelope, and similar game, especially at longer distances. The 1:8 twist stabilizes heavy, high-BC bullets, and recoil is mild enough in this lightweight package that spotting your own hits is realistic, especially with the included muzzle brake. It also doubles nicely as a long-range steel and practice rifle.
Does the Element M3 come with a scope or rings?
No, the rifle ships without an optic, but it has an integrated 20 MOA Picatinny rail machined into the action, so all you need is a set of Picatinny rings. The built-in bubble level in the rail helps you keep the rifle level on steep-angle shots. The adjustable cheek riser makes it easy to get proper eye alignment behind larger scopes.




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