Howa Mini in 22 ARC

[ThatDUDE]

I am having my gunsmith turn my Howa Mini in 6mm ARC into a 22 ARC.

I have a Stockys VG stock on the way.

The load data is very promising. I can get less drop and drift with the 88 ELDM compared to the 108.

It’s going to be a month or two, but I will keep this thread updated.

I have a Taperless 750 with a 1/7 twist coming. It’s going to be finished at 18”.

 

[ThatDUDE]

22 ARC Load Data

 

[mustelid_master]

any updates?

 

[AZ_Hunter]

We would like to learn more…

 

[ThatDUDE]

I ended up pausing that build. I read somewhere that Howa may come out with the 22 ARC this next year. I had a hard time paying $500 for a rebarrel when I could get the whole gun for that.

 

[General RE LEE]

This thread had me look up the 22 ARC. I might get a mini barreled action if it comes out.

 

[hereinaz]

Definitely fun! It’s cool shooting the high BC 22 bullets out of a little rifle.

I built a 6BRA on a mini Howa and then added another barrel in 22BR. Have to open the bolt face a little for the larger case, but dang fun shooting gun.

 

[Robinhood21]

Not sure when but it’s coming

HOWA MINI HUNTER 22ARC 22'

<p>Howa USA M1500, Bolt Action Rifle, 22 ARC, 22' Threaded Barrel, 1/2x28 Thread Pitch, Walnut Stock, Matte Finish, Black, 5 Rounds HWH22ARC</p>

notjustguns.com

 

[hereinaz]

That’s the best cartridge for the Howa Mini platform, IMO.

 

[mustelid_master]

Man thats exciting. If only howas were more ..... refined....

 

[tak]

just bought a Ruger American 22 arc, but this sure is interesting