Rust Eoka Pistol
The luck-based wipe-day weapon. ~15% misfire rate, but a hit kills naked targets in one buckshot blast.
Fast facts
| Tier | T0 — default-known, no workbench |
|---|---|
| Ammo | 12 Gauge Buckshot / Slug / Incendiary |
| Magazine | 1 (single-shot, must reload after every fire) |
| Misfire chance | ~15-20% per pull (community-tested) |
| Reload | ~2.5s |
| Range | Very short (~10-15m effective) |
| Acquisition | Default-known. 75 metal fragments + 30 wood. |
| Damage | ~140 buckshot at point blank |
The Eoka Pistol is Rust's wipe-day chaos weapon. Default-known, dirt cheap, fires 12 gauge shells. The catch: ~15-20% chance to misfire on each trigger pull. When it works, it's a one-shot kill at point blank. When it doesn't, you're stuck pulling the trigger again while your target shoots back. Beloved (and feared) for its random feel.
Pro tips
- Get close — Eoka damage drops off fast. 5-10m is the kill window.
- Pull the trigger multiple times before committing to a fight — misfires happen, you want to know if it's working before you push.
- Use buckshot for naked targets, slugs for armoured.
- Wipe-day Eoka rushes are a Rust meme for a reason — high reward, high comedy.
Frequently asked questions
What's the Eoka misfire rate in Rust?
Roughly 15-20% chance to misfire per trigger pull. Community-tested values vary slightly by Rust patch but the rough range has been stable for years. Each misfire counts as a click but doesn't fire — you have to pull the trigger again.
What ammo does the Eoka use?
Standard 12 Gauge ammo — Buckshot, Slug or Incendiary. Same shells as the Pump Shotgun and Double Barrel. Buckshot is the default for player kills; Slug for distance and structure damage.
Can the Eoka one-shot players?
Yes — at point blank range against a naked or lightly-armoured target, a Buckshot blast deals enough damage to kill. Range falls off rapidly though; past 15m it's a poor choice.
How much does an Eoka cost to craft?
75 metal fragments + 30 wood. Default-known recipe, no workbench needed. The cheapest gun in the game.