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Howa is a premier Japanese manufacturer of high-performance bolt-action rifles, renowned for their exceptional accuracy, reliability, and precision engineering.
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About Howa
Howa Machinery, Ltd. is a highly respected Japanese manufacturer renowned for producing some of the world's most reliable and accurate bolt-action rifles. Best known for their flagship Howa Model 1500 action, the brand has earned a stellar reputation among hunters, competitive shooters, and tactical marksmen alike. Built with exceptional attention to detail, Howa rifles feature a forged, one-piece bolt with dual locking lugs, a reliable M16-style extractor, and a smooth, dependable cycling action that performs flawlessly in the field.
Today, Howa offers a diverse lineup of firearms designed to meet the demands of modern shooters. From the ultra-lightweight Superlite series to heavy-barreled precision setups housed in premium HS Precision or carbon fiber stocks, their rifles are chambered in a wide array of popular calibers like .308 Winchester, .270 Winchester, and 6.5 Creedmoor. Backed by a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee, Howa firearms deliver custom-rifle performance and Japanese craftsmanship at an accessible price point.
Headquarters
Kiyosu, Aichi, Japan
Established
1907
Country of Origin
Japan
History & Heritage
Founded in February 1907 as Toyoda's Loom Works, Ltd., the company originally manufactured textile machinery before expanding into armaments in the 1930s. In 1941, it merged with Showa Heavy Industries to form Howa Heavy Industries, which was heavily involved in producing the famous Arisaka Type 99 rifles during World War II. Renamed Howa Machinery, Ltd. in 1945, the company went on to develop military rifles for the Japan Self-Defense Forces, including the Type 64 and Type 89, while simultaneously establishing a global reputation in the civilian market with the introduction of the Golden Bear and the legendary Model 1500 bolt-action rifles.
Notable Products
Notable product lines include the legendary Howa Model 1500, the ultra-lightweight Superlite Gen2, and the premium HS Precision series.
Why Choose Howa?
Shooters choose Howa for their legendary Japanese craftsmanship, exceptional out-of-the-box sub-MOA accuracy, and outstanding value.
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