The Howa M1500 Walnut Hunter is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .22-250 Remington with a 22-inch barrel, walnut stock, and blued receiver. Overall length is 41.5 inches and weight is 9.35 lbs. The .22-250 cartridge is a fast, flat-shooting round well suited to varmint hunting and target work at distance. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: M1500 Walnut Hunter 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Caliber: .22-250 Remington 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Overall Length: 41.5 inches 
• Weight: 9.35 lbs. 
• Capacity: 5 Rounds 
• Finish: Walnut stock with blued receiver 
• Rate of Twist: 1:12" 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The hinged floorplate allows quick unloading without cycling rounds through the action. The Monte Carlo walnut stock improves cheek-to-scope alignment and adds a traditional look. Each M1500 ships with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee. The muzzle is threaded 1/2"-28 for suppressors or muzzle brakes. A recoil pad is fitted at the butt.

Owners of the Howa M1500 Precision Hunter in .22-250 Rem generally come away satisfied, particularly on accuracy and value.

The bolt action is smooth out of the box, and the rifle consistently delivers at the range. Varmint hunters in particular like how the .22-250 performs at longer distances. The adjustable trigger is a genuine plus, giving shooters a way to fine-tune the feel without going to a gunsmith. Most owners think the M1500 punches above its price point compared to other factory bolt-actions.

The main complaint is weight: 9.35 lbs is on the heavier side for a field rifle, and it adds up over a long day of walking. Some owners also swap out the factory stock for aftermarket options to improve ergonomics, though opinions on the walnut stock itself are mostly positive from a looks standpoint.