Howa M1500 HCBNVTG243GW | .243 Win | 24″ Barrel

The Howa M1500 presented here is a bolt-action hunting and range rifle chambered in .243 Winchester with a 24-inch threaded steel barrel. It pairs well with a reliable hunting/field optic; consider a Vortex Crossfire II 3-9×40 for a durable, sub-$1000 option that covers typical .243 engagements. This rifle is offered in a right-hand configuration with a two-stage trigger and a three-position safety, making it appropriate for precision varmint work and medium-game field hunting.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is reported as .243 Winchester.
• The action type is Bolt Action.
• The barrel measures 24 inches and is described as threaded steel.
• The rifle has a reported capacity of 5 + 1.
• The handedness is Right Hand.
• The overall length is listed as 40.50 inches.
• The reported weight is 6.80 lbs.
• The trigger is described as a Two Stage trigger.
• The safety is a 3 Position safety.
• The reported rate of twist is 1:10.
• The barrel material is listed as Steel.
• One source lists a stock finish group as Black while the product name references gray webbing; the finish requires verification.
• The product name includes a stock description fragment reported as Stocky”s VGH, which appears to be a transcription error and requires verification.
• The UPC is 682146888362.

The Howa M1500 in .243 Winchester provides a stable, repeatable platform for field and range applications. Its two-stage trigger and threaded barrel give flexibility for optics and muzzle devices, while the modest weight and overall length keep it manageable for extended carry and positional shooting. If you need a dependable bolt-action for varmint work or medium-game hunting, this configuration balances accuracy-oriented features with practical handling.