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There is something satisfying about a bolt gun that is sized correctly for its cartridge, and that is exactly what Howa did here. Instead of stuffing the 6.5 Grendel into a short action with wasted bolt travel, the M1500 Mini Hunter uses Howa's Mini Action, which runs about 12 percent shorter than a standard short action. The result is a shorter, snappier bolt throw that cycles fast and keeps you on target for follow-up shots. At 6.4 pounds unloaded and just under 39 inches overall, this is the kind of rifle you can carry all day in the deer woods without thinking about it.
The 20 inch carbon fiber wrapped barrel is the headline feature on this version of the Mini Hunter. You get the stiffness and heat management of a heavier profile without lugging around the weight, and the 1:8 twist rate stabilizes the long, high-BC 6.5mm bullets the Grendel is known for. The muzzle comes threaded 1/2×28, so adding a suppressor or brake is a five minute job. Wrapping all that modern barrel tech in a classic walnut stock gives this rifle a look that stands out at the range, and sling swivel studs come standard for field carry.
The Grendel is a sweet spot cartridge, mild on the shoulder, easy on the wallet compared to bigger 6.5s, and plenty capable on deer and hogs at practical hunting distances. Feeding from a detachable 5 round magazine with one more in the chamber, the Mini Hunter matches that efficiency with Howa's two-stage HACT match trigger, which breaks clean with a predictable wall. The three-position safety lets you cycle the bolt with the trigger locked, a feature hunters tend to appreciate once they have used it. The steel receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so mounting a scope base is straightforward. Howa builds these actions with the kind of machining tolerances that earned the M1500 its reputation, and this compact Grendel setup is one of the better-thought-out packages in their lineup.
The Mini Action is scaled down about 12 percent compared to a typical short action, with a shorter bolt and chamber sized for compact cartridges like the 6.5 Grendel. That means less bolt travel, faster cycling, and a bit less weight. It is a purpose-built receiver rather than a big action running a small cartridge.
Yes, the 20 inch carbon fiber wrapped barrel comes threaded from the factory with a 1/2×28 pattern. That makes it easy to add a suppressor or muzzle brake. The threads pair well with the Grendel since the cartridge suppresses nicely with its moderate powder charge.
No optic or bases are included, but the steel receiver is drilled and tapped from the factory. You will want to grab bases or a one-piece mount made for the Howa Mini Action footprint, since standard short action bases will not line up. Plenty of manufacturers make mounts specifically for this receiver.
It is, within sensible ranges. The Grendel pushes high ballistic coefficient 6.5mm bullets at moderate velocity, and with quality hunting loads it handles whitetail and hogs well inside 300 yards or so. The bonus is very light recoil, which makes it a great pick for newer hunters or anyone who values quick, comfortable follow-up shots.
| UPC | 682146882445 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HWHCF65G |
| Capacity | 5 + 1 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Length | 20" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 6.5mm Grendel |
| Safety | 3-Position |
| Package Width | 10.1 |
| Shipping Weight | 7.2 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Number of Magazines | 1 5 rd. |
| Package Height | 4.1 |
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