The Howa Hogue Gamepro 2 is a bolt-action rifle in .300 PRC. It pairs the Howa 1500 barreled action with a Hogue pillar-bedded Overmolded stock, which cuts felt recoil and gives a consistent grip across different conditions. The three-position safety lets you carry with the bolt locked or unlocked, which is useful in the field. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .300 PRC 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Weight: 8 lbs 
• Finish: Black 
• Manufacturer: Howa 
• Model: Hogue Gamepro 2 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Safety Feature: Three-position safety 
   

Features 

 
The Howa 1500 action has a forged single-unit bolt with dual locking lugs. The pillar-bedded Overmolded stock keeps the action bedded consistently, which matters for repeatable accuracy. The rifle ships optic-ready and includes sling swivel studs. The .300 PRC caliber handles long-range work on big game - elk-class and larger are the obvious use case at distance. 
 

Usage 

 
This rifle works for big game hunting, precision shooting, and range use. The 24-inch barrel and .300 PRC combination give it reach at extended distances. At 8 lbs it's on the heavier side for a carry rifle, but that weight helps absorb recoil from a hard-hitting cartridge.

Most feedback on the Howa Gamepro 2 Elite .300 PRC centers on build quality and accuracy. Users regularly mention the smooth bolt action and tight groupings at distance. The Hogue stock gets specific praise for its feel and recoil management. The .300 PRC caliber is a draw for hunters targeting large game at longer ranges.

The main criticisms are weight and price. At 8 lbs, some hunters find it heavy for all-day carries in the field. A portion of buyers feel the price is high relative to competing options, though most seem to accept the cost given the accuracy and construction quality. Overall tone is positive, with the negatives being more about trade-offs than quality issues.