Thread: Howa 1500

Doesnt need one, has a double safety, one to 'lock' the bolt, the first safety to lock the trigger.......

always laugh when i hear hunter/shooters talk about about 'dont trust the safety on a rifle'....why not?

the Howa is a modern Japanese technical masterpiece......not a 100 year old Lee Enfield with a worn 'dodgy' safety......

just my 2c, because ive got one!!!!!!!

Originally Posted by Scouser

always laugh when i hear hunter/shooters talk about about 'dont trust the safety on a rifle'....why not?
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If I'm going to rely on my safety I usually test it with rifle pointing to the ground after I've put it on an keep it pointing in a safe direction thereafter I.e. Don't have rifle over shoulder with round in Chamber.

Have found that safety, half cock, bolt open/closed is a hugely personal thing and for me it varies as to where I am and who I am with.