Offered for sale is an excellent condition Howa Model 1500 bolt-action rifle chambered in the powerful .300 Winchester Magnum. Manufactured in Japan and imported by Legacy Sports International (LSI), the Howa 1500 action is renowned worldwide for its forged-steel strength, incredibly smooth bolt travel, and sub-MOA potential. Outfitted with a 24-inch stainless steel barrel and a durable black synthetic stock, this rifle is purpose-built to withstand harsh weather conditions while delivering magnum-level performance on large game. This rifle has been fully inspected, cleaned, and is optic-ready for your next western hunt.
 
Specifications:
Manufacturer: Howa Machinery Ltd. (Made in Japan)
Importer: LSI (Legacy Sports International, Alexandria, VA)
Model: 1500
Caliber: .300 Winchester Magnum (.300 Win Mag)
Action: Bolt-Action
Barrel Length: 24 inches, Stainless Steel
Serial Number: B067364
 
Features & Configuration:
Receiver: Stainless steel receiver, factory drilled and tapped for standard scope bases. Features a forged, one-piece bolt with two locking lugs and an M16-style extractor.
Safety: Three-position safety allows the bolt to be cycled and unloaded while the rifle remains on safe.
Bottom Metal: Features a stainless steel hinged floorplate for easy and safe unloading of the internal magazine.
Furniture: Black synthetic stock featuring textured grip panels on the forend and wrist for secure handling in wet conditions. Fitted with a factory recoil pad to help tame the .300 Win Mag recoil.
 
Condition Report:
Mechanical: Excellent. The bolt cycles smoothly with tight lockup. The three-position safety engages positively, and the trigger break is clean and crisp.
Metal Finish: The stainless steel finish is in great shape, showing only very minor, superficial handling marks typical of light field use. There is no major scratching or wear on the receiver or barrel profile.
Wood/Polymer Furniture: The synthetic stock is solid and in excellent structural condition, displaying only standard, light scuffs from normal transport and handling.
Bore: Bright and highly reflective with strong, sharp rifling. Excellent condition and ready for the field.
 
Please review all provided high-resolution photographs to independently verify the exact condition and hardware prior to submitting offers.
 
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