This mount fits:
- Howa 1500 Long Action
- Weatherby Vanguard Long Action
- Smith & Wesson 1500 Long Action
This mount will not fit:
Rail Type: One Piece Picatinny
Machined From: Solid 7075 T6 Aircraft Grade Aluminum
Finish: Matte Black Hardcoat
Center Spread: 4.485"
Overall Length of Mount: 7.064"
Height: .35" (Top of Receiver to Top of Picatinny)
Weight: 2.5 oz
Quick Disconnect Ring Compatible: Yes
Ambidextrous: Yes
Compatible with Picatinny or Weaver scope rings.
Mounting Hardware: #6-48 X 1/4 Screws and T-10 Bit Included
Torque Specs: 20 in/lbs
How to Choose the Best Scope Base for Your Howa 1500 Long Action
Selecting the right Howa 1500 long action scope base is crucial for accuracy, durability, and reliability. If you're looking for the best performance, a one-piece Picatinny rail is the best option. It provides a solid foundation for your optic, increased durability, and better flexibility compared to two-piece or Weaver-style bases. Let’s go over the key factors to consider.
1. Why One-Piece Picatinny Rails Are the Best Choice
A one-piece scope base is superior to two-piece designs in nearly every way.
✔ More Stability – A single-piece construction eliminates potential misalignment.
✔ Increased Durability – Fewer parts mean fewer failure points under recoil.
✔ Better Optic Positioning – More mounting slots allow precise eye relief adjustments.
✔ Handles Heavy Recoil – Built to withstand the force of long-action calibers like .270 Win, .30-06, and .300 Win Mag.
For a Howa 1500 long action rifle, a one-piece Picatinny rail is the best choice for a reliable, repeatable zero.
2. Picatinny vs. Weaver – Why Picatinny Is the Better Choice
While both Picatinny and Weaver bases exist, Picatinny is the clear winner for a Howa 1500 long action.
✔ More Mounting Flexibility – Picatinny rails have standardized spacing, making scope positioning easier.
✔ Better Compatibility – Works with both Picatinny and Weaver rings, whereas Weaver bases have inconsistent slot spacing.
✔ Stronger Under Stress – Designed for military use, Picatinny rails offer superior recoil resistance.
If you’re mounting an optic on a Howa 1500 long action, always choose a Picatinny rail over a Weaver base for better performance and durability.
3. Matching Your Scope Base to Your Rifle
Your scope base must match your action length to ensure proper fitment.
- Howa 1500 Long Action Picatinny Rail – Compatible with calibers like .270 Win, .30-06, and .300 Win Mag.
- Howa 1500 Short Action Picatinny Rail – Designed for calibers such as .308 Win and 6.5 Creedmoor.
- Howa 1500 Mini Action Picatinny Rail – Best for compact calibers like .223, 6.5 Grendel, and 7.62x39.
If you have a Howa 1500 long action, make sure you're getting a long action-specific Picatinny rail for proper fitment.
4. Weatherby Vanguard Compatibility
Because Weatherby Vanguard rifles share the same receiver as the Howa 1500, most Howa 1500 Picatinny rails will also fit Vanguard models.
✔ Weatherby Vanguard Long Action Picatinny Rail – Ensures a rock-solid scope mount.
✔ Weatherby Vanguard Scope Base Compatibility – Most Howa bases will fit, but always verify before purchasing.
5. Proper Installation & Torque Settings
To get the best performance from your Howa 1500 long action Picatinny rail, proper installation is key.
✔ Follow Torque Specs – Over-tightening or under-tightening can affect performance.
✔ Use Thread Locker – Applying blue thread locker to screws helps prevent loosening under recoil.
✔ Check Fitment – Ensure the rail is properly aligned before tightening screws.
By choosing the right Howa 1500 long action Picatinny rail and installing it correctly, you'll maximize your rifle’s accuracy and reliability.
We recommend:
0 MOA - if shooting 0-500 yards
20 MOA - if shooting 500-1000 yards
When zeroing your rifle with a 20 MOA mount, we recommend zeroing at 200 yards.
Installation: We recommend 20 inch lbs of torque and a drip of blue loctite (loctite is available through our website and is sold separately).
The entire mount and accessories (from the mounting screws and wrench down to the packaging) are made in the USA.
Warning: This product may be alloyed with trace amounts of lead and other elements which are known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm and cancer. To prevent exposure, do not alter the product by welding, grinding, etc. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Warning: This product may be alloyed with trace amounts of lead and other elements which are known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm and cancer. To prevent exposure, do not alter the product by welding, grinding, etc. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
