The Howa M1500 Hogue Full Size rifle integrates a high-precision Howa 1500 action with an ergonomic Hogue OverMolded stock, establishing a dependable platform for both sporting applications and entry-level competitive use. This configuration delivers robust performance and consistent accuracy without unnecessary complexity, designed for the discerning shooter who prioritizes utility and repeatable results.
Key Features
Precision Engineering
The core of the M1500 Hogue is its Howa 1500 action, featuring a cold hammer forged stainless steel barrel. This manufacturing process ensures optimal bore concentricity and molecular grain refinement, contributing to enhanced accuracy and extended service life. The receiver and bolt are constructed from forged steel, ensuring robust structural integrity and reliable cycling under demanding conditions. This design methodology supports consistent shot placement and operational resilience.
Ergonomic Integration
This rifle is equipped with an OD Green Hogue OverMolded synthetic stock, characterized by its tactile grip and an integrated recoil pad for enhanced shooter comfort and control. The stock incorporates pillar bedding, a critical feature that precisely interfaces the action with the stock. This precision interface mitigates flex and external stressors, contributing directly to repeatable accuracy by maintaining consistent barrel harmonics and action stability during the firing sequence.
Trigger & Safety Systems
The HACT (Howa Actuator Controlled Trigger) 2-stage trigger system provides a crisp, predictable break, facilitating precise shot execution essential for consistent accuracy. A three-position safety mechanism allows for safe handling and loading/unloading operations. This system locks the bolt and disengages the trigger in the full-safe position, permits bolt operation with the trigger engaged in the mid-position, and allows firing in the forward position, enhancing user security and operational control.
Material & Finish
The barrel and receiver feature a stainless steel finish, offering superior corrosion resistance and durability in diverse environmental conditions. The OD Green stock provides a subdued, functional aesthetic suitable for various operational and recreational environments.
Technical Specifications
- Caliber: 308 Winchester
- Capacity: 5+1 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 22 inches
- Barrel Material: Stainless Steel, Cold Hammer Forged
- Receiver Material: Forged Steel, Stainless Steel Finish
- Stock: Hogue OverMolded Fixed Synthetic, OD Green, Pillar-Bedded
- Trigger: HACT 2-Stage
- Safety: 3-Position
- Sling Swivel Studs: Integrated
