Howa Mini Rifles, Builds, and Upgrades

[Te Hopo]

Like the mag mod a lot, did you cut the spring any or leave it full length? Joe

I just left it full length, it's a bit stiff when loading but I reckon the extra spring pressure is a benefit as the 5 round mag has never faltered.
I've had a couple issues with factory 10 round mags not poking the round up at the right angle

 

[FSB12B]

Any reason to go with the 22" over the 20"? Anyone happier with one over the other?

 

[IDVortex]

Any reason to go with the 22" over the 20"? Anyone happier with one over the other?

Velocity would be the benefit. I went 20in HB for Velocity but also if the barrel shoots good might have it fluted.

 

[FSB12B]

Velocity would be the benefit. I went 20in HB for Velocity but also if the barrel shoots good might have it fluted.

Wasn't sure if one was inheritably more accurately than the other.

 

[BBob]

Any reason to go with the 22" over the 20"? Anyone happier with one over the other?

Most everyone including myself seems to chop them shorter so pick your poison

 

[nm.otter]

I recently sold both my blued Minis and replaced them with Stainless ones, time will tell how they hold up.

What cartridge(s)? What country?

First impressions?