The Howa 1500 Hogue Elite .308 Win is a bolt-action rifle chambered for a cartridge that handles everything from deer-sized game to long-range target work. The Hogue pillar-bedded overmolded stock reduces felt recoil and gives a positive grip in wet or cold conditions. The Howa 1500 barreled action has a long track record for accuracy, and the 22-inch barrel gives the .308 Win enough dwell time to shoot consistently shot to shot. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 5+1 rounds 
• Weight: 7.80 lbs 
• Finish Color: Green 
• Type: Bolt Action Rifle 
• Manufacturer: Howa 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Features 

 
The one-piece forged bolt has two locking lugs and cycles smoothly. A three-position safety lets you carry with the bolt locked or with the action safe but operable, depending on your preference. The threaded muzzle accepts suppressors or muzzle brakes. Sling swivel studs are installed from the factory. 
 
At 7.80 lbs the rifle is on the heavier side of hunting-weight bolts, which some shooters find helpful for steadying shots from field positions. The green Hogue stock finish is distinctive; a few owners have noted it can show wear in rough terrain over time.

Owners of the Howa 1500 Hogue Elite in .308 Win are generally happy with what they get for the price. Accuracy right out of the box gets mentioned often, and the Hogue stock draws consistent praise for grip texture and how well it soaks up recoil. The bolt action is smooth by most accounts.

The weight comes up as the main complaint. At 7.80 lbs unscoped, the rifle is noticeable on long carries in the field. A smaller number of owners have flagged the green finish showing wear sooner than expected in harsh conditions. Some also ran into scope mounting friction with the factory-installed bases.

Overall the rifle sits well in the value-for-money conversation for bolt-actions in its class. Performance and build quality hold up; the weight and finish durability are real trade-offs worth knowing about before buying.