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Howa 1500 .243 Win

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The Howa 1500 in .243 Win is a popular deer and varmint hunting bolt-action with Japanese precision manufacturing. Cold-hammer-forged barrel and a retail price under $500.

Type: Rifle

Action: Bolt-Action

Caliber: .243 Win

Capacity: 5

Year introduced: 1986, Japan

Weight: 102.4 oz

Overall length: 42.5"

Status: Active

Intended use: Hunting, Varmint Hunting