Product Overview
The Howa Hogue .308 Winchester bolt-action rifle delivers a robust and precise platform for demanding hunters and sport shooters. This configuration integrates the proven Howa 1500 barreled action with the ergonomic and durable Hogue OverMolded stock, providing a reliable and stable system designed for consistent performance in varied conditions.
Key Features
Howa 1500 Action
- **Receiver:** Features a forged steel, flat-bottom receiver with an integral recoil lug, optimizing rigidity and enhancing shot-to-shot consistency.
- **Bolt:** A two-lug bolt with an M-16 style extractor ensures reliable feeding and ejection, maintaining positive lock-up.
- **Safety:** Equipped with a three-position safety, allowing for safe unloading with the bolt locked, or safe carry with the bolt unlocked.
Barrel and Precision
- **Barrel Profile:** Fitted with a 24-inch heavy barrel, cold hammer-forged for enhanced rigidity and reduced barrel harmonics. This profile supports sustained accuracy during extended firing sequences.
- **Caliber:** Chambered in .308 Winchester, a versatile cartridge known for its balanced trajectory, effective range, and terminal performance across diverse applications.
- **Finish:** The barrel and action feature a black finish, providing a durable and corrosion-resistant surface suitable for field use.
Hogue OverMolded Stock
- **Material:** Constructed from a durable synthetic material with an exterior rubber overmolding, providing a superior non-slip grip in wet or dry conditions.
- **Ergonomics:** The ergonomic design mitigates felt recoil and enhances shooter comfort, promoting stable shot placement.
- **Bedding:** The stock is pillar-bedded, ensuring a consistent and stable interface between the action and the stock, critical for maintaining repeatable precision.
Trigger System
- **HACT Trigger:** Incorporates the Howa Actuator Controlled Trigger (HACT) system, a crisp, two-stage trigger designed to provide a clean and predictable break, facilitating precise shot execution.
Technical Specifications
- **Model:** Howa Hogue
- **Caliber:** .308 Winchester
- **Action:** Bolt Action (Howa 1500)
- **Barrel Length:** 24 inches
- **Barrel Profile:** Heavy Barrel
- **Stock:** Hogue OverMolded Synthetic, Black
- **Finish:** Black (Blued)
- **Safety:** Three-position
- **SKU:** LIP|LSHGR73102+
Utility and Application
The Howa Hogue .308 Winchester is a highly capable rifle designed for general hunting, target shooting, and competitive applications where robust construction and consistent precision are paramount. Its heavy barrel and stable Hogue stock integrate to provide a dependable platform for a wide range of shooting demands.
