The Howa M1500 Superlite Short chambered in 7mm-08 Remington (Howa part no. HWHSL708-16) pairs a compact, easy-carrying build with a mild-recoiling cartridge that hits well above its weight class on deer-sized game. The 16.25-inch barrel is rifled at 1-in-9.5-inch and threaded 1/2-inch-28, suppressor ready out of the box, and the checkered walnut stock and blued steel finish give the rifle a classic look without adding bulk. The internal magazine holds 5 rounds behind a hinged floor plate, and the receiver ships with no sights and a one-piece Picatinny rail, ready for an optic. A Limbsaver recoil pad tames felt recoil on an already light-kicking cartridge. As a Howa M1500, it carries the action’s long-standing reputation for accuracy into a shorter, more packable rifle.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 7mm-08 Remington, a mild-recoiling round with a strong record on deer-sized game.
• Fitted with a compact 16.25-inch barrel for a shorter, easier-to-carry rifle.
• Rifled at 1-in-9.5-inch, matched to standard 7mm-08 bullet weights.
• Finished in blued steel for a durable, classic look.
• Wears a checkered walnut stock for a traditional feel in hand.
• Holds 5 rounds in an internal magazine with a hinged floor plate.
• Ships threaded 1/2-inch-28 and suppressor ready out of the box.
• Comes with no sights installed and a one-piece Picatinny rail, ready for an optic.
• Weighs 4.3 pounds, keeping the compact build genuinely light to carry.
• Fitted with a Limbsaver recoil pad to further soften an already mild-recoiling cartridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the barrel threaded for a suppressor? Yes, it is threaded 1/2-inch-28 and suppressor ready out of the box.

Is 7mm-08 a good choice for new hunters? Yes, it offers mild recoil with enough energy for deer-sized game, making it a common recommendation for new or recoil-sensitive shooters.

How many rounds does it hold? The internal magazine with a hinged floor plate holds 5 rounds.

Buy the Howa M1500 Superlite Short 7mm-08 Remington Walnut Bolt-Action Rifle

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