Originally Posted by MAhunter
Thanks, I would really like to know.....

where did you see the pics of blowups and what is the cause? Any help on which model would help also.


I took pictures of one that disassembled its bolt after shooting less than a box of factory ammo.

No doubt you have purchased the used Howa by now. Smart move, but if you are interested, you can see the ATR pictures here.

https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbth...&topic=0&Search=true#Post2621471

Ted