The only thing I will point out on the Howa is the bolt release screw is very small and weak. I have owned and hunted with a Howa for 12 years now and have broken the screw before. Pulled the bolt back and it never stopped, just fell out the back and onto the range floor. Rifle can be used as a single shot after that, but is a pain to get the screw out once sheared off. (In case anyone is curious, I use my palm to operate the bolt, pulling back until it stops then pushing it back forward, again with my palm.)
I talked to the makers of Howa and got told "it's not a battle rifle" and should not be working the bolt that hard. I thought it was a terrible answer and, further, if you are using a 375 on a dangerous game hunt, then it is a battle rifle. Last thing I'd want is the bolt to slide out the back when I go to reload as a grizzly bear is running towards me.
That is the only gripe I have with Howa. Unfortunately a pretty big one for an otherwise excellent rifle.
