RE: Howa ???
I don' t have one but it just might be my next rifle purchase. I have handled them in stores and like thndrchiken said they feel great and everything is very smooth. I have also never read a bad review on them. You certainly can' t beat the price for the features you get on that rifle. I have seen them with the laminated thumbhole stock in stainless for well under $600. Good luck when you get your new rifle.