Description
There's a reason the Vandal Prime sits at the heart of Horizon's Core series lineup. This is a Texas-built precision rifle that brings custom-shop components to a production platform, and the .308 Win chambering makes it one of the most practical versions in the family. Ammo is everywhere, recoil is manageable, and the cartridge has more than enough legs for deer, hogs, and steel out to distances most of us rarely stretch to.
What Sets the Vandal Prime Apart
The backbone here is a Horizon Stiller action, and if you've ever run a Stiller you know how smooth and consistent that bolt feels compared to a standard factory action. Ahead of it sits a 22 inch 416R stainless steel barrel with Horizon's distinctive banded 3-flute, 2-twist spiral fluting. It looks sharp, but the fluting earns its keep by shaving weight and helping the barrel shed heat during longer strings. The muzzle is threaded and wears an Iota SIM brake out of the box, so you can tame recoil right away or spin on a suppressor when you're ready. A TriggerTech trigger rounds out the package with the kind of crisp, repeatable break that makes precise shooting a whole lot easier.
A Carbon Fiber Stock That Pulls Its Weight
The hand-laid Iota EKO carbon fiber stock is a big part of why this rifle comes in at just 7 pounds 4 ounces. It's rigid where a precision stock needs to be, and the textured paint finish gives you a sure grip with wet hands or gloves. The receiver comes drilled and tapped, so mounting a scope base is straightforward.
Where the Vandal Prime .308 Shines
This is the rifle for someone who wants one gun that hunts hard and still holds its own on a prone mat. Light enough to pack into the backcountry, accurate enough to make long pokes feel routine, and built with components you'd normally spec on a full custom order. Pair it with quality glass and it's ready to work.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Horizon Firearms
- Model: Vandal Prime
- MPN: RF017S102214T19
- UPC: 850044680443
- Caliber: .308 Win / 7.62 NATO
- Action: Horizon Stiller Bolt Action
- Barrel Length: 22"
- Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel
- Barrel Features: Banded 3-Flute, 2-Twist Spiral Fluting, Threaded Muzzle
- Muzzle Device: Iota SIM Brake
- Trigger: TriggerTech
- Stock: Textured Iota EKO Carbon Fiber
- Receiver: Drilled & Tapped for Optics
- Magazine Capacity: 4 Rounds
- Weight: 7 lbs 4 oz
- Hand Orientation: Right Hand
What’s Included
- Horizon Firearms Vandal Prime rifle
- 4-round magazine
- Iota SIM muzzle brake (installed)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Vandal Prime come with a scope or rings?
No, the rifle ships without optics, rings, or a bipod. The receiver comes drilled and tapped, so you can mount the base and glass of your choice. Given the quality of the barrel and action, it deserves a scope that can keep up with it.
Can I run a suppressor on the Vandal Prime .308?
Yes. The 22 inch barrel is threaded and ships with an Iota SIM brake installed, so swapping to a suppressor is a quick change. Horizon uses the common 5/8×24 thread pitch on these barrels, which matches most .30 caliber cans and muzzle devices on the market.
Is this rifle light enough to hunt with?
Definitely. At 7 pounds 4 ounces bare, the Vandal Prime is lighter than most precision rifles thanks to the hand-laid Iota EKO carbon fiber stock and the aggressive spiral fluting on the barrel. It packs well for backcountry hunts while still having the rigidity and accuracy for long shots.
What action does Horizon use on the Vandal Prime?
It's built on a Horizon-branded Stiller action, the same pedigree found in plenty of full custom builds. Cycling is noticeably smoother and more consistent than a typical factory action, and it pairs with a TriggerTech trigger for a clean, repeatable break. The rest of the rifle is manufactured in-house by Horizon Firearms in Texas.





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