The Howa M1500 Mini Action is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .350 Legend with a 16.25-inch threaded barrel. It sits in a Kryptek Obskura chassis and ships with a 10-round capacity. The Mini Action platform uses a shorter bolt throw than a standard long-action design. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Howa 
• Model: M1500 Mini Action 
• Caliber: .350 Legend 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 10rd 
• Barrel Length: 16.25" 
• Color/Finish: Kryptek Obskura 
   

Detailed Features 

• 16.25-inch threaded barrel 
• Kryptek Obskura chassis 
• 10-round capacity 
• Mini Action bolt configuration

Owners of the M1500 Mini Action in .350 Legend appreciate the combination of a compact barrel length with a caliber designed for straight-wall cartridge regulations in Midwestern deer hunting states. The Kryptek Obskura pattern gets positive comments for field use, though some hunters find the chassis heavier than a traditional synthetic stock.

The threaded barrel is a practical feature that owners mention regularly, with some pairing the rifle with a muzzle brake to manage recoil on the .350 Legend cartridge. The 10-round capacity is considered generous for a hunting-oriented bolt gun, and the Mini Action bolt throw is frequently cited as a smooth, fast cycling experience.

Howa's M1500 action has a generally good reputation for consistency in the bolt-action segment. Some owners note that the chassis system limits stock adjustment options compared to aftermarket alternatives, and a small number find the trigger acceptable but prefer to upgrade it for competition or precision work.