Ruger American vs Howa 1500 | Which is BETTER and WHY?

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Ruger American vs Howa 1500 | Which is BETTER and WHY?
In this comparison video we go over the Ruger American vs the Howa 1500.
We go over all the basic features as well as talk about the differences in design. We discuss the pro's and con's of each. We explain which is better and why. Is the Ruger better than the Howa? Find out!
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[@Bullets4Bucks]

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[@terrystill30]

Howa, most underrated rifle out there.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Truth

[@andrewcleveland]

@@Bullets4Bucks i agree. Ive owned two of them, that both shot amazing! They do not get the respect they deserve. Ive owned two ruger Americans, and they shot amazing also. I just never could fully warm up to the ruger though. Both are great guns.

[@nikoplagakis181]

Got 2 howa’s both shoot half inch groups at 100

[@americansoldier2530]

Thanks. I'm looking to get a Howa but I've never heard of them other than on the internet.

[@petergoogle3052]

I’ll never own another howa. Owned 3 and had major problems with 2. Not sure if I was very unlucky but I now own 2 tikkas in centrefire and a ruger American rim fire. Can’t fault any of them.

[@jackspeth4467]

Thank you for buying all these rifles, testing them, and giving people feed back. It really does help, thank you.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

You are welcome... my credit card ain't happy though lol

[@jackspeth4467]

@@Bullets4Bucks Yeah, I bet. Thanks again though. especially now that everything shooting related is more expensive...

[@chase7354]

i just got a remi700 5r milspec in 308 stainless steel but i have had an eye on the howa 1500's so im going to get a heavy barrelled stainless steel in 243win you have really sold me on the howa's i have watched pretty much all your videos on the howa's so thx Bullets4Bucks happy new year

[@billythekid2281]

I have a Stainless Howa 1500 in 30-06. Shoots under 1 Moa straight out of the box. I don’t know why people talk crap about them? I just don’t understand it.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Me either

[@J1I9M7M4Y]

Because they don´t know anything about it! Or they have bought expensive rifles that doesn´t perform any better than the fairly cheap Howa..

[@Spoons7414]

Because they’re not American made

[@J1I9M7M4Y]

@@Spoons7414 Very likely!

[@sibongileryan6747]

Howa is performing good here in South Africa it feels like is made in South Africa,,let's forget about made in Japan !!!

[@joserodolforamirez8773]

Your comparing a $449.00 rifle to a $1000.00 plus more rifle. You should have compared it to the $450.00 howa not the one that is double the price.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Its for informational purposes for those who still are curious

[@allentrevino9280]

True, if you add 550 dollars worth of upgrades to the American to match the price of this howa you could get your bolt polished, fluted and micro slick coated, get a smoother cocking piece and lighter firing pin spring and Timney trigger and blow the howa away for the same price. Apples to apples is a better informational video.

[@stevensteven5261]

Thank you for this video. I am from South Africa and had many rifles and calibers. I am into the big game hunting and I just fell in love with Howa I prefer Howa 1500 24inch bullbarrel in 30- 06 and the 375 H+H for my hunting. Your information on these calibers is so accurate. I appreciate that and you program.

[@mcman47]

I have both also and the Howa is a much better rifle. The Howa trigger is incredible out of the box. The Ruger gets a little better after you adjust it but not enough to beat the Howa.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Agreed

[@paulpepin2466]

remove the lawyer spring and the trigger is great in the ruger

[@bonsai9069]

I have a Ruger American in 22 WMR and a Howa 1500 in 6.5 CR and love both of them. Howa definately feels like a much more expensive rifle but both easily shoot MOA for me and are great value for money! In a centrefire I would take the Howa but love the RA in 22s.

[@adamelam6385]

I had no idea Japan ever made rifles for Sako. Not surprised though, Japanese quality is elite.

[@fielliesherbst4551]

Hi there all the way from South Africa, I own a Howa . 308,best bay of my life! I have after some load development gotten my grouping with in 3/4 of an inch at 250m, loaded with Hornady 168gr ELD MATCH, never did I ever expect to achieve this with one of the cheapest rifles on the market here by us. Thanx for all the great content👌👍

[@bergerbroer1]

Lekker jag en skiet raak.

[@cato7669]

Howa 1500 are the best value for your money rifle on the market 👍

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Truth

[@D70340]

I`ll second THAT statement! I`ve never have bought a better more accurate gun out of the box. The triggers are spot on! I`ve got competition triggers that aren`t even near as good as the HOWA HACT triggers are.

[@socrates5573]

TC is

[@DJones476]

A safety which doesn't lock the bolt handle down is a deal-breaker for me. Howa for the win!😎

[@Bullets4Bucks]

I like a locking safety

[@deanbalouris330]

Love my Howa 1500 chambered in .243. I bought it with an Axiom stock, and was not a fan. This year I switched over to an Oryx Sportsman chassis and the difference is like night and day. It went from having very poor groupings to sub MOA instantly.

[@leadpilled5567]

Howa is more old school bolt gun like the 700 70 and 77 as far as feel and looks and in function. The American is a fine rifle but it just kinda feels cheap. Let’s not forget a Weatherby Vanguard is also a Howa 1500 and Weatherby offers more cartridge choices that what Howa offers.

[@markt5450]

Howa all the way!

[@Cedar-Cypress3377]

Bought my first rifle today a nice little Walnut Howa 1500 chambered in .308

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Awesomeness

[@bennichols561]

Congratulations. It was a fine choice.

[@davidkitson635]

I have a Howa 1500 chambered in .308 with the heavier fluted barrel. I absolutely love the rifle, the quality is absolutely first rate. Consistent accuracy and the trigger action perfect, breaking at 2.5 lbs. Crisp and predictable.

[@diedraramsey4588]

Just purchased and ordered a Howa 1500. I forget all the specs but it was a really nice one. Looking forward to my first hunt with it. My sixteen-year-old daughter and I are going for her first hunt soon.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Good choice!

[@buckaroobonsi555]

I have a Howa and I bought one for my son as well! Fantastic rifles incredible underrated. Great 2 stage trigger than can easily be adjusted down to 2lbs. Bolt and action are forged steel and nicely machined. The action is machined on an endmill from steel forging. It does not get any better than that!

[@woodendoors1075]

Japanese build quality is higher than American build quality I have a hard time buying anything made in America anymore.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

While that is generally true in certain product niches there are exceptions. The weatherby mark v as well as others are made in the USA. I do like Japanese rifles and optics though.

[@automandan]

Both countries make good rifles.

[@austinanderson8485]

Got a howa 1500 In 270 win for 11 years now and it’s help up great I did change the scope out but other than this it’s great shoots 1.25-1” with factory ammo and reloads it does .75 consistently couldn’t ask for anything better out of a hunting rifle

[@magusxlr]

Excellent comparison and great points. I was very close to purchasing a Howa1500 in their Whitetail combo with the scope, hogue stock, bipod and 10rd dbm but ended up getting a Mauser m18 for several reasons. I still really like Howas and might still pick one up in the future, but i would love to see you review the m18 and possibly compare it to the Howa1500.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jordanfriesen432]

How’s the M18?

[@texaspowerbulldogs8908]

@@jordanfriesen432 mauser M18 awesome Rifle

[@gordyowens9570]

I choose the Ruger because it is made in America and I have always had good luck with rugar I I a Ruger 6.5 creedmoor it shoots great.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Good to support American companies

[@johnrussell2003]

But do you drive to your local gun store in your Japanese vehicle? Asking for a friend.

[@frankschneider5566]

I used to feel the same way... Sadly an Americal vehicle is sourced around the world now days...and the American companies are building cars in China and shipping them back here. But i get your point on buy American. At least the best ya can.

[@joelriggs9153]

I have 4 howa rifles the 222 Remington and 6.5 grendel mini actions, and the 300 win mag and a rebarreled 33 nosler howa in long actions

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Awesomeness

[@douglasschafer6372]

Enjoyed your review, I have a Ruger in 204 (for prairie dogs) but haven't been able to get it to shoot yet. Thinking about a Howa Mini.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Thanks

[@redfirekla]

Good review both are good, the Howa is equivalent to the new CZ in 7.62x39 but it has an aluminum receiver so overall i say Howaa is the best but Ruger has advg that u can use 20rnd mags

[@Bullets4Bucks]

There are howa rifles that take 20 round mags

[@redfirekla]

nice thanks for letting me know... this just made me order one@@Bullets4Bucks

[@nadinewestraad3574]

Brought 2 Howa's 308 24 Inch Bull barrell Premium ammo sub MOA Reload 0.6 to Sub Moa A better riflemen will get under 0.5 Moa 223 20 Semi Bull Barrell Pretty much same as the above Absolutely value for money for entry level to experinced hunters Its no frills but practical and great accuracy If you want upgrade the stocks and other parts there are plentiful options

[@bobparvin9773]

I've got a Howa 243 that will put 3 shots into a soda straw @ 100 yds. Don't matter if it's Rem. Or Win. 100 grain softpoints.

[@jackwessel7239]

You compare a Howa HS precision, not a Howa 1500. Your title is misleading. Obviously a gun that costs twice as much will be better than the Howa that is similarly priced to the Ruger. From the comments not many people noticed that?

[@Bullets4Bucks]

It's a howa 1500 reciever. Just like remington 700 has tons of different models within the remington 700 family. Howa 1500 also does. They even say Howa 1500 on the reciever. The video is to help those who don't know the differences between the two.

[@pipedreams57]

The Howa 1500 I have in 223 caliber uses a 10 round polymer magazine that is pure junk and Howa knows it and has failed to fix it.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

That stinks

[@jimsteinway695]

My hunting buddy suggested Howa. Just a freaking amazing rifle

[@NELLY-jg2rx]

Video is worth a sub! Just bought a 1500 7-08!

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Nice! Thank you

[@chadcowman6293]

Is the howa 1500 mini action the same as this howa hs model but different stock and shorter throw?

[@bustabass9025]

I have a couple Wby Vanguard rifles I bought a few years ago. They are fine rifles, and available at a rather attractive price point. When I was in the market for a 300 PRC, I looked at both the Howa 1500 and the Bergara Hunter. Opted for the Howa because of the great feel it offers in my large hands. Sharing the same pedigree with my Vanguards also cinched the decision for me. Do you handload for your 300 PRC? Which brand and bullet weight does your 300 PRC seem to like best. Going to be working up an elk load for Wyoming this fall. Thx!

[@LifeisGood-ye8rl]

Howa is Japanese made and they are a stickler for following technical schematic to the letter, no short cuts. If you don’t believe me ask actual German engineers, they have high respect for Japanese made stuff. Or try purchase Japanese made knives and see for yourself. Am sure there are rough spots here and there but when it comes to what matters for the product to work, they take pride in their work and never take a short cut. Buy howa before the actual gun buying fever get caught up with them as well

[@stevensteven5261]

Thank you sir 18:54 18:55 18:55 for a good program. Howa is a good rifle.

[@MehulKamdar]

Thank you for a great comparo. I have several expensive rifles including custom made Mausers and some rare MCA Mannlichers. I also have a Ruger American 1st generation rifle in 350 Legend and with a Crimson Trace red dot on it (the total came to well below $300 three plus years ago when my daughter saved up her money to buy both for me) and it has accounted for more than 200 pigs here in Texas. The rifle is light, very accurate and comfortable to carry in the heat here. As you rightly point out, it is American manufactured too. As an old man who is far from perfect himself, I find the Ruger more than enough to do it's job and I think it will be in fine shape long after I am called to the next world. understand that some seek the ultimate in refinement. I guess I am happy to enjoy ridding Texas of pigs and helping do it with a budget but very reliable and effective rifle is the icing on the cake. Good hunting to you, and stay blessed always.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

You are welcome

[@Frank419]

I knew which direction this review was going as soon as I saw your sponsorship hat.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Yet I was not sponsored lol. The ruger american is a good budget rifle. The Howa depending on the model is a better built rifle.

[@ricciardocarp5394]

Hi, having both in .308 I do agree with all your remarks. Just add - when I squeeze trigger on Ruger - I hear noise from trigger's coil spring. According to me, Ruger is unexptionally precise rifle for ranges to 150 meters (partly given to balistics datas of my ammo - approx. 150m when it secondly breaks level of aim). It's fully comparable even for longer distances in skilled hands. But than Howa taking it's advantages due to longer barrel and your groups will be significantly better with Howa arround and over 300 meters. For me, I like to travel and walk for hunt with empty gun - when I need load: taking magazine from pocket - Ruger is loaded in a second. For that; Howa haves optional magazine conversion (you spent more🤷‍♂️). Ruger is working horse, more smart, lighter, cheaper, will do it's job and for the money - very VEry VERY precise. Good for daily use in country forestry, for family competition or challange with neighbors. You'll not regret. Howa for me means improvement or needs for longer ranges, haves bit better craftmanship from gunsmith, and also needs to say; it's different price category.

[@ThinkingBiblically]

Ruger American sucks ( I, regrettably, own 2). Howa is much better ( I owned a Weatherby Vanguard). If you want a cheap rifle to take a potshot at a deer with your buddies, the Ruger Amaerican is "ok". It doesn't feed reliably, its trigger sucks and it's about as accurate as cheap factory ammo.

[@NoGoBu]

Great, I just bought a Ruger American. Naturally it's the worst of the two. I'll be my own judge, thank you ❗️

[@bobparvin9773]

And I also have a Ruger American in 308 win. It will shoot Win. 180 gr. Softpoints into a jagged hole bout the size of a penny, right out of the box.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Nice

[@billymartyn5573]

Thanks for the overview, I learned a few things. I like how you just talked about the two rifles and didn’t try to act all tough (that’s rare in gun reviews).

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Thank you for watching.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

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[@TMFShooting]

Thanks Steve for helping me make my mind up , I have just purchased a Howa 1500 Fantastic Rifle *****

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Thanks tmf

[@col.cottonhill6655]

Thank you for reaffirming my purchase. I have that exact Howa 1500 in 6.5cm same barrel. And stock. For the price I don't think I've come across something better.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Best deal

[@williamwlotzka8721]

Before the video even ends I'm gonna take a swag & say the Howa comes out on top...HOLY MACKERELFUCK,the Howa takes the gold!!! I know the Howa is a better all around rifle,while the Ruger is damn near the very definition of a budget rifle,but remarkably accurate for its price point. It's not a particularly fair comparison. Like a Granny Smith to a crabapple. I don't know if he's compared a Howa to a Weatherby Vanguard,but I would watch that video.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

It would be like comparing the same rifle against the same rifle only real difference is the stocks weatherby or legacy sports chooses to throw on each model they cone out with

[@johns1834]

Ruger is a piece of junk, light primer strikes, and poor accuracy. Was very disappointed and got rid of mine pretty quickly.

[@randybichsel4597]

If you think you want a custom rifle for cheap get real. I've never found any gun that didn't need some kind of help.ive never had to worked on any gun that I couldn't make better, other than a savage you can polish a turd but it's still a turd just shinier

[@poorfatman5317]

Ruger has a whole lot more models than you know of not sure who has more models but I can think of several models of Ruger you never named like the M 77

[@tomalophicon]

The M77 Mark2 is one of the best rifles ever made.

[@joshuaarmand5236]

Love my Howa 1500 in 243. It’s my favorite outta all my hunting rifles. It shoots smoother outta the box than the rest. I have a Moosberg Patriot in 7mm-08 Rem , Mossberg ATR100 in 270, Savage Axis in 25-06, and a Ruger American in 22-250.

[@dj3114]

That is what I needed to buy the Howa. Your experience over 5 rifles lends great credibility.

[@JackHoff-cz3eq]

I bet your ruger american is the most accurate out of all those

[@joshuaarmand5236]

@@JackHoff-cz3eq My Howa is most accurate, then the savage

[@DavidGomezRgr3_75]

Hey brother, what kind of scope is mounted on your rifles¿ I see that they are very high turrets and has spiked my interest…

[@randypullum8462]

I have 2 americans,1 xpr,1 1500,2 minis,2 vanguards...I like my Howas better.

[@TheDanCarr]

I've heard of people complaining that the bolt stop or the bolt stop screw are weak and sometimes break, I've never personally had any problems with the bolt stop on my .308 howa, I'm wondering if you've heard of anyone making a similar complaint.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

No I never had that problem or heard of it

[@TheDanCarr]

@@Bullets4Bucks it sounded like nonsense to me, cheers mate 👍

[@ar_sureshot4992]

I bought the Howa 1500 300 Blackout. First time at the range and had issues with the magazine dropping out, and the bolt getting jammed shut. Ehhh I wasn’t impressed.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Wow! That's rare to hear. That stinks

[@davidzeegers6583]

for me the bolt ergonomics grate me however the hogue stock and performance make me forget!

[@timferguson593]

Howa has metal trigger guard and all metal magazine. Still has old school quality.

[@JimParvin-o9e]

I've got both brands and both of these rifles are extremely accurate with quality ammunition that they like. The difference between the triggers, the Howa wins hands down. The difference in the stocks goes to the Howa also. The Ruger American has the advantages of being lighter, because of that lighter flimsy stock, and that's alot harder to master in hunting situations, and doesn't have a near the balance of feel in my hands. I don't like my bolt rifles stocks minus a good cheek piece. Stability is critical to make precise shots at any distance. The Howas just plain my preference because of the wooden stocks with cheek pieces, with a low mounted scope, the vanguards and Howa 1500s are tack drivers, outdone Remington these days. My favorite gun is a real old 30/06 BDL though, back when Remington was the cream of the crop. I've hunted with that old gun from hell to breakfast. Last deer season, I killed 2 larg axis deer using only one 150 grain handloaded Sierra pro Hunter. I poked it smak dab through the Adam's apple and it also broke the spine of the other one. First time I ever got a two for one on deer. HOWA BOUT THEM APPLES 🍎

[@coffeemaninsanity8596]

Honestly dollar for dollar the venture is better and cheaper

[@Bullets4Bucks]

I had one. I disagree, but thats ok

[@coffeemaninsanity8596]

@@Bullets4Bucks for $400 my venture ii loads out of the magazine as smoothly as any rifle I’ve used, the trigger is really good for the price, the action is quiet and tight, and it has the moa guarantee

[@johanbotes4147]

Just received my Howa 1500 6.5 creedmoor so far very happy with it .

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Good to hear

[@wicked650s]

Speaking of objective, is there a reason why your scope is mounted so high?

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Because I already had that scope in the rings and was just testing the rifle.

[@jodanwoody7917]

Well this wasn’t biased 😂

[@ArmedAndIndigenous]

Just bought a Howa 1500 in OD green, 30-06. The bolt is kinda zippery but that's probably because it's new still. But I couldn't pass up Japanese quality. I put a 6-18x30 Leupold VX freedom CDS on it and took it to the range. Only had the chance to sight in at 100 yards from after being bore sighted. But I was able to dial in within 20 rounds. The trigger is a little heavy but nothing I can't get used to. Overall I dig it. Due to inflation I got the rifle for about $571 out the door. And the Leupold for $499

[@billjenkins5693]

Buy made in the U.S.A.

[@rush2124u2]

I'm looking for a bolt 7.62x39 rifle, the CZ was way to expensive, the Ruger American was out performed by the Howa. Howa is at the top of my list. I would prefer a higher mag capacity like 10 round, are they available, who makes them. I'm sold on the Howa

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Truth

[@bennichols561]

I have a ten round for a howa. There are kits for both short and medium at least.

[@johnrussell2003]

Brownells and others sell conversion kits with you choice of 5 or 10 round box magazines.

[@rush2124u2]

@@johnrussell2003 Thanks Man, Brownells has them

[@carfvallrightsreservedwith6649]

How do I say this without causing some to be butt hurt?......, IF you're not willing to spend at least $1,000+ on a barebones rifle and equip it from there THEN you'd better be prepared to put some sweat equity into building a budget gun into what you expected. All it takes is knowledge (and a love of tinkering) and the ability to apply it. Otherwise go spend your dough. I've got a few Savage Axis rifles that hold their own against my $4K+ (my build cost) LRP out to 1,000 yards. If you're shooting commercially run production ammo out of a one of these firearms and didn't spend at least as much on the optic you've screwed yourself via ignorance. Not to mention the base/ring side of it. Then there's action torque, stock configuration, bedding, floating, barrel/contour accompanied by harmonics. Understanding bullet "jump", and the variables/list goes on and on. Final word.......stop worrying about being "tacticool" and become "knowledge-kool".

[@tommidd8042]

Howa 1500 has a real trigger. The others are toy-ish blade rubbish.

[@markofmckinney941]

Great review... very detailed. I'm considering buying a Howa and leaning toward it given your review. Blessings!

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Thank you for watching

[@sethgriffin6014]

I love Howa. I just hate the Hogue stocks the base model comes with. I have a Kuiu model that has a Hogue stock, but it isn’t overmolded, just polymer. It does much better IMO.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

I completely agree

[@shanegibb997]

I've got a Howa 1500 and a Weatherby vanguard , both made from the same factory , great rifles for the money.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Great value yes! Did you know the Mark V was made by Howa also many years ago

[@shanegibb997]

@@Bullets4Bucks no , I didn't no that. Beautiful rifles the Mark V's

[@Bullets4Bucks]

@@shanegibb997 One of the most beautiful mark v's is made by howa as a gift to the weatherbys for business

[@shanegibb997]

@@Bullets4Bucks Howa are excellent rifle maker's , I'd buy another Howa any day of the week. I have a 223rem and it shoots half inch groups all day with hand loads. Excellent fox rifle.

[@jimpalmer4916]

I've got both brands in 308. My Howa 1500 is a 24 in bull barrel and the Ruger American has a 22 ìn barrel. Both brands are very accurate with handloaded ammo. Both brands will shoot sub moa groups at 100 yards with factory ammunition.

[@2clicksup910]

I’ve got the R/A in 22-250, and I’ve got HOWA’s in 243 (x2), and 223 with a 223 in CMC Australian Mountaineer, which is essentially a HOWA. The 22-250 is a nice rifle that hits hard and punches holes in holes, but for basic functionality and general feel, I’d give it to the HOWA. I’ve also had a magazine break down in the R/A, and the $130 price tag for the replacement left a bad taste in my mouth, coupled with the fact that the replacement didn’t feel that much better than the original one. But, in saying all that, I’ll be keeping the R/A simply because it’s a Laser Beam. Gods vid. Always like your vids. Cheers from Down Under.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Thank you sir

[@bennichols561]

22-250 is hot. Love the sound of those things. I got the envy

[@adamelam6385]

I definitely prefer the layout of a Howa. Standard Howa 1500's are a bit chunky though for a lot of hiking. That's why I generally hunt with Tikka's.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

The howa superlite is the lightest production rifle on the market

[@adamelam6385]

@@Bullets4Bucks true but the standard 1500's are chunky. I had a Hogue 1500 in 7mm-08. Nice rifle and excellent for the price but I preferred a T3 for a little more money. I like Howa and I might end up with a Mini-Action one day but if I'm spending $1,300 Super Lite money it will probably be on a low end Sako.

[@marcosgiovani8435]

hello friend, your personal opinion Ruger American Standard or Weatherby Vanguard Synthetic Green, for hunting and shooting in the club. Caliber .308 win

[@jackb1888]

I think both are good rifles, Ruger American Predator is a really good cost effective accurate and dependable rifle however the weak spot is the bolt for me. Howa 1500 is a more customisable rifle with a better bolt.

[@EndOfThings77]

Ruger's had always done things and been marketed to be on the cheap end of things. They do work but unrefined in execution. If you want the cheapest of the bunch, get Ruger.

[@mr.mr.3301]

I don’t know much about bolts but I’m seeing that the trend is large bolts with 3 lugs and have zipper sounds. The butter smooth are smaller and 2 lugs excluding tikkas.

[@iTedious]

You were wearing Howa hat so you obviously gonna say howa

[@michaelcervantez3570]

The Ruger American gen 2 is friken awesome.

[@raubism]

Weatherby vanguard series 1 in the 90s had best japanese hammer forged barrels action was decent but very accurate barrels

[@ExtremelyAverageMan]

Really wish the CZ 527 was in there as well. Great vid nonetheless

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Me too

[@liamstephenson1686]

CZ 527 is rubbish. It’s metallurgy is so poor that any humidity all of the trigger assembly, and bolt stop just rusts. All of its metal parts are “blued” but rust very easily. Controlled feed aspect is awful.

[@jonm4342]

@@liamstephenson1686 not true Liam Stephenson. CZ make premium rifles

[@michaelherman3193]

I just picked up a Howa mini action .223 for some varmints and target shooting. I hope it's as good as the reviews. Maybe I'm just used to the awesome bolt in my pre64 model 70 but the bolt in this Howa feels gritty, loose and clanky..like how he was describing the Ruger.

[@charlesdemay4192]

Very good video comparing those 2 comparable rifles in 7.62X39. I just wanted to add another GREAT rifle somewhat in about the same price range if you get the nylon stock. I have the CZ527 in 7.62X39 but it has a BEAUTIFUL TURKISH WALNUT STOCK. I like that it does have IRON SIGHTS. BUT were it really shines is the TRIGGER, single set.😳😯 It's a GREAT TRIGGER, even when it isn't set it's not BAD. The trigger can be adjusted in not just weight, travel, take up. On the internet there is a GREAT video that nicely explains and shows the different adjustments. I also like how the top of reciever is machined so the rings (16mm) fastens directly, no other part to come loose and more choices where it is mounted. 🤔😁👍. Oh yeah it's a SHOOTER.😁👍

[@fatbowe]

Howard started out making guns for other companies... Like the Weatherby Vanguard...etc... Then realized we can make our own Hence "HOWA"...👊

[@aaronrodriguez1384]

I guess the hat he wearing will l tell which rifle he like better

[@dinsixiengmay9781]

I wound have to agree Howa is just a tad better 👍

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Yes

[@crislt1]

I have both the ruger ranch 223 and howa 1500 7.62x39 love them both I have kill lots of pig with them

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Very cool

[@kirkkronenberger877]

Excellent video. You made my decision even easier now.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Thank you

[@Waterfowl406]

A howa could out shoot and outperform any and all factory, semi custom or custom rifles. Lol this fanboy stuff goes way out on the howas

[@Bullets4Bucks]

They can shoot as well or better than most depending on the model. However there are of course better rifles out there but usually at a higher price point.

[@Waterfowl406]

I would like to see a heads up review review outside of Remington rifles as of late they’re garbage. Shot nothing but Remington for years. Not a huge Remington fan but! I would like to see a specs for specs shoot off. Any howa with the same same trigger pull sale match grade barrel same scope mounts same scope same everything besides a particular name brand ammunition. Straight heads up display. One gun shoots different ammo differently their not all clones. I like the channel I know everyone has that 1 special gun in that 1 particular caliber I’m just saying.

[@Waterfowl406]

And if I mite add at equal distances out to 1k for those who can. Or however far a guy is comfortable shooting accurately on paper

[@Hill_Billy_Without_A_Hill]

Wonder if the Howa has a different finish on the bolt? I've seen/felt them with silky smotth bolts and no zipper sound, same with vanguards.

[@robhtp3817]

Thanks for your insights. Really good info

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Thank you for watching

[@alwaysbetonflat7868]

Perfect timing. Thanks!

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Perfect!

[@timreigstad3249]

Howa’s are nice…way better then my 10ba but my enfield still smokes em all… Thank you for the in-depth review…lookin to find a 7.62x39 howa mini or a Ruger…

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Thanks for watching Tim

[@patthis]

Great video... I'd like to see the Howa vs tikka and see how they compare

[@Bullets4Bucks]

I have a video on my channel for it.

[@patthis]

Haha... I had already watched it...thanks again

[@slowtaknow]

I had a 1500 in 30-06, worst decision to trade it away, tack driver, I might be mistaken but I believe howa makes the 700 for Remington

[@tomalophicon]

You're mistaken. Howa makes the Vanguard

[@erikwilson7622]

Have Ruger Am in 243 and Howa 1500 in 22-250. My observations, both shoot equally well, as do my other "entry level" rifles (XPR, Rem 788, Savage Axis). However, the stock on the American is one reason why the American is priced so well, it is a complete POS, was replaced, as were all of the other rifles with a Boyds. The Howa Hogue Stock is OK, just haven't got around to swapping. I do like one thing with the American and the XRP VS the Howa, Rem, and Savage, and that is the 3 lug bolt. Shorter lift, faster to cycle, AND much easier to operate with a scope.

[@scottdeaussie]

I can tell from this clip that you only have eyes for Howa! 🤣🤣

[@lauriewatkins8522]

Howa polish their actions and bolt to remove any burrs, Ruger don't because of their price point but a bit of use or some 1800 wet and dry will fix that

[@juliogonzo2718]

It's funny cause the howa is cheaper here in Canada anyway (edit I lied I didn't realize the ones I was pricing were used

[@bobparvin9773]

Howa, Weatherby Vanguard, equal equipment, just different roll stamps, made in the same place, Japan, all the same thing.

[@Bullets4Bucks]

Different stocks. Legacy sports and weatherby just throw them in Different stocks

[@Leafbinder]

I think if i was to upgrade from my Savage 6.5 it would be to a tikka even though i started out wanting the ruger walmart didnt get me verified so i bought the savage online because of your review of it : ) Thx

[@bennichols561]

I have a ruger m77 ss ultralight in 7mm08 and a howa 1500 ss in 7mm08. The howa is newer. It has a nicer trigger, nicer hoge stock, smoother bolt, better bedding and I could get a mag kit for it. The ruger has served me well but its barrel is to light and we are having a pest problem and I couldn't get a magazine kit for it and the trigger was always heavy.