Why did Kibler's use the Hawken name for its mountain rifle kit if it isn't a direct copy of any single original Hawken?
The kit is meant to capture the flavor and the vast majority of the details of historical Hawken rifles, similar to how other Kibler's kits are inspired by originals rather than being exact copies down to every part. Hawken is also a widely recognized name that helps promote black powder shooting and the era it represents.