Thread: Lightweight chassis/stock for Howa 1500 223?

Alright... I learned yesterday that GC has the Howa Mini 223 in Excel Lite stock on the shelf here, so this morning went in to have a play with it. Interesting. In 2 minutes I found it was not for me. May suit others very well but the lightness, movement in stock etc just aren't my cup of tea. Then had good look at the Howa Mini again - they're in the Black Friday sale (includes saturday and sunday) - and again not so impressed. Basically the earlier Howa 1500 like mine is better made, better action..

I think I'm stuck with my heavier 1500 setup - don't laugh too hard Micky - though may explore a carbon stock if one pops up at reasonable price. And just might look at the 10 shot magazine conversion for mine - available from Delta Mike for $170. Box mag very handy in truck at night when you're bombing bunnies or wallabies in big numbers.

Lambing/tailing finishing in Tekapo/McKenzie in couple of weeks so we'll be back shooting there shortly. Great place to visit. Will give this present 1500 another blast or two and see then what mods I might make to it.

Many thanks to all for some helpful advice. Mudz.