The Howa 1500 in .243 Win with stainless barrel and action is a weather-resistant dual-purpose rifle. For hunters in the Pacific Northwest and coastal regions who use .243 Win for both deer and varmints, stainless construction provides significant practical benefits. The cold hammer-forged stainless barrel maintains accuracy over the barrel's full service life. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: .243 Win Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1995, Japan Weight: 7.5 oz Overall length: 43" Status: Active Intended use: Hunting, Varmint / Predator