The Howa M1500 Walnut Hunter is a bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in .243 Winchester, built around the Howa 1500 action fitted into a traditional walnut Monte Carlo stock. It features a 22 inch threaded steel barrel and a blued receiver and barrel for a classic appearance. The rifle includes the HACT two-stage trigger and a drilled-and-tapped receiver for optics.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .243 Winchester.
- The action is a Bolt Action with two locking lugs.
- The barrel measures 22 inches and is steel and threaded.
- The overall length is 41.5 inches.
- The unloaded weight is 7.2 pounds.
- The magazine capacity is 5+1 with a hinged floorplate.
- The rate of twist is 1:10.
- The stock material is walnut in a Monte Carlo profile with checkering.
- The metal finish is blued.
- The muzzle is threaded 1/2-28 for accessories.
Built for field use and precision-minded shooters, the Howa M1500 Walnut Hunter combines a traditional walnut stock with modern features like a threaded barrel, HACT two-stage trigger, and a receiver ready for optics. Its balance of weight, consistent two-stage trigger, and a Sub-MOA performance guarantee make it suitable for hunting and precision shooting scenarios where reliability and predictable accuracy matter. The rifle’s classic styling and practical feature set deliver a dependable platform for seasons of use.
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