Thread: Howa Model 1500

Originally Posted by GravelBen

The hogue on the Howas isn't the full bedding block one, its very soft and flexy in the fore-end. The one I fondled in the shop I could push the stock onto the barrel with one finger which didn't make me want one. The rubbery feel is quite nice though.

As said they're a good accurate rifle, but heavy compared to some.

First time I saw one in a shop I squeezed the for end and barrel together with one finger and thumb and burst out laughing, Apologized to the salesman later(who I know) as there were other customers in the shop.