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There's a reason the Vanguard line has stuck around this long. Weatherby builds these on a proven Howa barreled action, a two-lug push-feed design that's fed hunters reliably for decades, and backs every one with a sub-MOA guarantee: a three-shot group under .99 inches at 100 yards from a cold barrel with quality factory ammo. The Black Hills edition takes that foundation and dresses it up for serious field work, and this particular version pairs it with a 16 inch heavy contour barrel chambered in 223 Rem.
A stubby, stiff barrel in 223 is a great recipe for a truck gun, coyote rig, or suppressor host. The cold hammer forged barrel comes threaded 1/2×28 and ships with Weatherby's 2 inch Accubrake already installed, so you can run the brake, spin on a can, or cap it and keep things compact. Feeding comes from a 5 round magazine, and the two-stage match-grade trigger breaks clean enough that you won't be fighting it on longer shots. The three-position safety locks the bolt handle on safe, a feature you don't see often at this level, and lets you cycle rounds with the trigger still blocked in the middle position.
The black polymer Monte Carlo stock from Peak 44 wears green and tan sponge paint that's applied by hand at Weatherby's shop in Sheridan, Wyoming, so no two look quite identical. The raised comb lines your eye up naturally behind a scope, and the weather-resistant synthetic build shrugs off rain and rough handling. Up top you get a Picatinny rail on the receiver, and the forend carries an Arca/Pic adapter, which means tripods, bipods, and bags all attach without hunting down extra hardware.
Matte blued metal keeps the glare down, the 16 inch tube keeps it quick in tight country, and the accuracy guarantee means you're not gambling. For predator hunting, ranch duty, or an all-around 223 bolt gun, this one covers a lot of ground.
Yes. Weatherby guarantees every Vanguard will shoot a three-shot group of .99 inches or better at 100 yards from a cold barrel when fed quality factory ammunition. The heavy contour barrel on this 223 model only helps that cause, since the stiffer profile resists heat-related stringing during longer shooting sessions.
It is. The 16 inch heavy barrel is threaded 1/2×28, the standard pitch for most 223/5.56 suppressors and muzzle devices. Weatherby ships it with a 2 inch Accubrake installed, so you can run the brake or remove it and mount a can of your choosing.
That's one of this rifle's strong suits. The forend wears a Peak 44 Arca/Pic adapter, so it clamps directly into Arca-style tripod heads and also accepts Picatinny-mount bipods without extra adapters. Combined with the Picatinny optics rail on the receiver, it's set up for accessories from day one.
Vanguard barreled actions are made by Howa in Japan, with final assembly completed by Weatherby in the United States. It's a two-lug push-feed design that hunters have relied on since 1970, known for smooth cycling and consistent accuracy. The pairing has earned a reputation as one of the best values in bolt guns.
| UPC | 747115462407 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | VBS223RR18B |
| Action | |
| Barrel Length | 16" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Color | Black, Tan |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | 3 Position |
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