Howa HCSL65CGBG 1500 6.5 Creedmoor 20" 6-Round Threaded Barrel Rifle

The Howa HCSL65CGBG 1500 6.5 Creedmoor 20" 6-Round Threaded Barrel Rifle delivers precision rifle capability in a compact, lightweight platform built for hunters, competitive shooters, and tactical marksmen who demand accuracy without excessive bulk. Chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor—a modern intermediate-range cartridge known for ballistic efficiency and wind resistance—this rifle bridges the gap between traditional bolt-action reliability and contemporary long-range performance expectations. At 7.3 pounds, it remains handy enough for fieldwork while maintaining the structural integrity necessary for consistent sub-minute-of-angle accuracy.

Built on Howa's proven 1500 action, the HCSL65CGBG features a 20-inch barrel with factory-threaded muzzle (1/2x28 thread pitch) ready for suppressor mounting or muzzle brake installation, reducing recoil impulse and muzzle rise for faster follow-up shots. The 6-round rotary magazine ensures reliable feeding across diverse ammunition batches and environmental conditions, critical for both precision work and field deployment scenarios. Cold-hammer-forged barrel construction and quality control standards inherited from Howa's military supply heritage deliver consistent velocity and minimal shot-to-shot deviation—essential for trajectory calculations beyond 300 yards where 6.5 Creedmoor excels.

This rifle serves law enforcement precision riflemen, competitive long-range shooters, and hunters pursuing medium to large game where inherent bullet construction and velocity preservation matter. The threaded barrel compatibility opens aftermarket suppressor and brake options, allowing customization for noise reduction, recoil mitigation, or muzzle signature control depending on mission profile. Standard picatinny scope mounting surfaces accept industry-standard rings and bases, enabling integration with quality glass and shooting systems already in use across professional and civilian precision communities.