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M1500 MINI 6.5 GRENDEL BARRELED ACTION Reviews & Ratings

The Brownells Exclusive Howa 1500 Barreled Actions are the perfect platform for a quality precision rifle build, at an affordable cost. Every Howa Barreled Action features a hammer forged barrel, bottom metal and precise HACT two stage trigger. The receiver and bolt are forged steel, with the bolt featuring an integral bolt handle. Bolt faces are square to the barrel chamber and bolt faces have excellent contact with the receiver recesses. M16 style extractor ensure positive extraction and function. Factory barrels are hammer forged with headspace set to exacting standards. The HACT two stage trigger has a crisp, light and consistent pull. The included 3 position safety allows for the bolt to be locked, as well as put on safe when unloaded. Scope bases are available from a variety of quality manufacturers.

FEATURES:

Chambered in 6.5 Grendel
Standard profile barrel
Muzzle threaded 1/2x20 or 1/2x28 with thread protector
Blued or Stainless finish
1-8 Twist rate

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2 Stars

Reviews Summary

The M1500 MINI 6.5 Grendel barreled action has garnered mixed reviews. Users appreciate its accuracy and light weight, but are concerned with misrepresented features, especially the threaded barrel and magazine availability. While some praise the shipping speed, others express dissatisfaction with the plastic components and lack of support for parts. Overall, it's a solid base for custom projects but buyer beware.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Accuracy and Quality

60%

Reviewers frequently commend the accuracy and quality of the M1500 MINI 6.5 Grendel, noting impressive shooting performance at the range. Several users report achieving tight groupings, which highlights the product's potential for enthusiasts looking to customize their setup effectively.

Misrepresentation of Features

50%

A notable number of reviewers express disappointment over the product inconsistencies, particularly regarding the threaded barrel and metal components. Many found the advertised features inaccurately represented, leading to frustration in finding compatible fittings.

Component Quality and Customization

40%

Customers often criticize the plastic components of the barreled action, suggesting the need for metal replacements for durability. Customization emerges as a recurring topic, where users share their modifications to enhance performance and personal preference.

Magazine Availability Issues

35%

A significant concern among reviewers is the unavailability of magazines, with many struggling to find compatible options. This has led to frustration as some users warn potential buyers about the risks associated with relying on this product for consistent performance.

Shipping Experience

30%

Several reviews highlight a positive shipping experience, noting fast delivery times from Brownells. This aspect contributes to a favorable first impression for many users who ordered the product.

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Ultra light stalking rifle

The Howa action is really slick, good trigger, quite accurate. I put it in a Stocky's carbon fibre stock with a 4x fixed power scope. The whole package weighs less than 5 pounds. Shooting Hornady 129gr Interlocks at 2550fps the +/- 3" point blank range is almost 250 yards, far past the typical range to take a deer here in the upper midwest. Easy to carry, a pleasure to shoot.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by MARK J. on June 03, 2026

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Perfect Action

I ordered this barreled action just for the action. Howa torques these barrels to over 200 fl lbs If your going to be changing out barrels make sure you have a good action wrench that can take this load I ordered a tool from a individual in Jacksonville and it was junk

by WALLY S. on February 14, 2024

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Howa Mini 6.5 Grendel barreled action 22"

Howa mini 6.5 Grendel 22" barrelled action. Mine weighs 3 lb 12.4 oz. The magazine weighs 2.0 oz. So total weight 3 lb 14.4 oz (3.9 lb) which is slightly more than advertised. Contrary to several answers in the questions section, this does NOT come with a hinged floor plate. It comes with detachable plastic magazine. I'll still give it 5 stars for now, it seems well made. Bummer that Howa doesn't offer a hinged floor plate.

by Jacob C. on September 16, 2023

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Awesome

Got one about a month ago. Put a Boyd’s thumbhole stock on her and a good scope and loaded up some 90gr Speer TNT and 100gr Barnes TTSX with 4 different powders and headed to the range. Have many impressive groups at 100 yards to retry. Most groups were in the 1/2” range but best was a tiny 0.151” 4 shot group at 100 yards with 100gr TTSX, very impressive to say the least. I did replace the plastic bottom with metal one from DIP and added a GunBloke 1 1/2 pound spring kit and a Trident muzzle brake. Looking forward to her next group session.