I've been looking for a wood stocked rifle in either .223 or .22 Hornet. Lots of nice Hornets out there but (for some reason) they're all crazy expensive so probably going to go with a .223. I like the CZ's but am not a fan of having to run tall rings. I recently started considering a Howa mini action in .223. They're available with walnut stocks and seem to be reasonably priced. I haven't had the best of luck getting any "hands on" feedback from any owners. I could probably find a Howa forum but I'm pretty sure what they would say. Anybody here have any first or even reliable second hand knowledge? I know they made rifles for Weatherby and many others. Thanks.