Howa M1500 Standard Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor

The Howa M1500 Standard Hunter represents a time-tested approach to rifle design: solid fundamentals, honest engineering, and genuine accuracy at a fair price.

Key Features

  • Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor—a modern cartridge that delivers excellent ballistics and moderate recoil
  • Barrel: 22" stainless steel with threading for suppressor or muzzle brake installation
  • Receiver: Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in field conditions
  • Stock: Fixed walnut furniture provides a classic, durable platform
  • Capacity: 5+1 rounds
  • Accuracy Guarantee: Sub-MOA performance from the factory

Why This Rifle Works

The M1500 platform has earned respect among hunters and shooters for its reliability and value. The threaded barrel gives you flexibility to add a suppressor or muzzle device without gunsmithing. Stainless steel components mean this rifle will serve you well in varied weather and terrain. The walnut stock is not merely aesthetic—it's a proven, field-tested material that ages gracefully and requires minimal maintenance.

The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge offers a genuine advantage: it shoots flatter and carries energy farther than many traditional hunting rounds, yet produces less recoil than larger magnums. This makes it suitable for hunters of varying experience levels.

Ready to Hunt

This is a complete rifle ready for the field. Add your optic of choice and ammunition, and you're prepared for serious hunting or target work. The Sub-MOA guarantee means you can trust your shots at distance.

Attributes

Action: Bolt Action
Barrel Description: Threaded
Barrel Length: 22"
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Capacity: 4+1
Capacity: 5+1
Drilled And Tapped: No
Features: Not Specified
Finish: Stainless Steel
Grips: Walnut
Illuminated Reticle: No
Magazine: 4 Round Magazine
Metal Finish: Stainless Steel
Model: M1500 Walnut Hunter
Overall Length: 42.25"
Product Line: 1500 Series
Receiver Material: Stainless Steel
Safety: Three-Position Thumb Safety
Scope Included: No
Stock Description: Walnut
Stock Description: fixed walnut
Thread Pattern: 5/8x24
Twist Rate: 1:8