Considerations
- Lock Time - modern speed lock mechanisms on newer rifles are superior to slow lock times found on older rifles. with good shooter follow though the lock time speed is not as relevant.
- Barrel centering in stock barrel groove
- shot grouping
- options and accessories
Howa / Legacy Sports 1500
Howa rifles, like modern Browning rifles, are manufactured in Japan. These are considered among the best entry level rifles on the market today. The popular Weatherby Vanguard Sporter rifle is built by Howa. The new Howa rifles feature a 3 position safety design that is considered superior to the Remington 700 model rifles.
- Howa Machinery Ltd. of Japan
- Scheels carries the 1500SMU Pkg for $630 which includes a scope. 10-4590 1110426N
- There was a recall on model 1500, 1550, and 1700LS rifles made between 1970-1993 due to a design defect in the bolt.