I now (as of recently) own three HOWA's, and only just finished my usual treatment of all my rifles, of bedding and floating the latest aquisition.
Took it out tonite for a short hunt to field test it AFTER duly sighting in and zeroing.
I am pleased to say that as per usual for a Howa,,,, it was very pleasing to use.
In the short duration of being out there the only thing that popped up was a little multi colored pig.
I settled the cross hairs on the base of the ear,,, and squeezed off a shot.
The job was done adequately with the whole crown of its head and one ear simply disappearing.
Lasered range of 126 meters,, .223 Polymer tipped factory.
I am now looking forward to using it as my main go to,,, for Dingoes/Feral Dogs.