The Howa M1500 Carbon Stalker is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 7mm PRC with a 24" barrel and a carbon fiber stock. It weighs 7.80 lbs — light for a 24" rifle in a hard-hitting magnum cartridge, which makes it a practical choice for hunters who cover ground in the field. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Manufacturer: Howa 
• Model: M1500 Carbon Stalker 
• Type: Bolt Action Rifle 
• Caliber: 7mm PRC 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Overall Length: 42.5 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Weight: 7.80 lbs (shipping weight: 9.05 lbs) 
• Safety Features: Three-position thumb safety 
• Trigger Type: Two-stage trigger 
• Finish Color: Carbon Fiber / Matte Blue 
   

Detailed Features: 

The carbon fiber stock keeps weight down while maintaining the stiffness that matters for accuracy. The 7mm PRC shoots a flat trajectory and retains energy well at longer ranges — a strong option for large game at distance. 
 
The barrel twist rate is 1:8", which stabilizes the heavier 7mm projectiles that perform best in this cartridge. The two-stage trigger gives shooters a clear break point. The three-position thumb safety covers loaded-chamber carry safely. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounting.

Owners of the Howa M1500 Carbon Stalker in 7mm PRC are mostly positive, with a couple of specific friction points.

The weight savings from the carbon fiber stock is the most praised aspect — 7.80 lbs for a 24" 7mm PRC rifle is genuinely light, and hunters who carry rifles all day notice it. Accuracy out of the box is reported as solid, with most buyers getting acceptable groups without extensive load development. The bolt action cycles smoothly, which comes up consistently in first-impressions reviews.

Recoil from the 7mm PRC cartridge in a lighter rifle is real. Experienced shooters handle it fine, but it gets flagged as a concern for newer shooters or anyone recoil-sensitive. Some users also note that aftermarket support isn't as extensive as for more common calibers, which limits customization options.

Overall, it's a well-regarded rifle for hunters who want 7mm PRC performance without carrying a heavy gun.