MS Hitman,
I have never figured out why the "swept back" style of bolt handle became so popular here in The USA (Model 54 and Model 70 Winchester, Model 700 Remington, Model 77 Ruger, etc., etc., etc.)
They are ugly if nothing else, sort of like the wind flange, aka "spoiler" across the trunk of a car or, vinyl tops (aka "Landau Top") on 1970's cars, etc., etc.
The best looking and most functional bolt handle in the world IMO, was the Pre-War Orberndorf Model 98 Mauser sporting rifle - perfect in every way.
Another pretty good one was on the 6.5x55 Swede Military Mauser.
I've not been smacked by the Ruger version but, I do not own one at the moment however, I do like them (aside from their weird bolt handle though).
Did get my trigger finger knuckle bruised properly from a Pre-64 Model 70 Winchester in .375 H&H that I used to own.
But admittedly, it was because I did not have a stout grasp with my shooting hand on the rifle as I touched off that particular shot.
The world would be such a wonderful place, if only I could be in charge, LOL.
Cheers,
Velo Dog.