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a one-piece base and scope rings.

Sound moderation via the new RCC sound moderator with a deluxe gun bag plus life-time guarantee completes the package.

Manufacturer Howa

Model Contractor SP (combo)

Action Bolt action

Barrel 22in, ½ UNF thread

Calibre .243 Win on test

Overall length 40.25in, 47.25in with RCC sound moderator fitted

Finish Matt blued and synthetic

Stock Black synthetic Sporter

Trigger Single-stage adjustable trigger

Safety Three position

Magazine Hinged floorplate

Sights One-piece Picatinny rail

Weight 6.75lb

Features Rifle, Nikko Stirling Metor 3-12x56 scope, RCC Hunter sound moderator, one-piece mount/rings and deluxe gun bag

Price £879.99 (SP) or £949.99 (VT)

Importer Highland Outdoors, 0345 099 0252, highlandoutdoors.co.uk

The Contractor SP combo comes with a lightweight blued steel Sporter barrel. A Varmint/heavy barrel version — the Contractor VT combo — is also available