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There's something about a walnut stock and blued steel that never goes out of style, and the Weatherby Vanguard Sporter in .223 Rem nails that look without sacrificing anything on the performance side. The stock is A-grade Turkish walnut with a satin finish, Monte Carlo raised comb, and a rosewood forend cap that gives it a touch of class you don't often see at this level. Pair that with a matte bead blasted blued finish on the barreled action and you've got a rifle that looks as good in the safe as it does in the field.
Weatherby guarantees this rifle will print a three-shot group of .99 inch or better at 100 yards from a cold barrel with Weatherby factory or premium ammo. That confidence comes from a 24 inch cold hammer forged #2 contour barrel with a 1:9 twist, which stabilizes a wide range of .223 bullet weights and gives you the velocity to reach out on prairie dogs, coyotes, and steel. The muzzle is threaded too, so adding a suppressor or muzzle device down the road is simple.
The Vanguard action has earned its reputation the hard way, through years of dependable service. You get a one-piece machined bolt body that's fluted to cut weight and reduce binding, a beefy M16-style extractor for positive case removal, and three gas ports for an extra margin of protection. The match-quality two-stage trigger adjusts down to 2.5 pounds and breaks clean, while the 3-position safety lets you cycle the bolt to unload with the safety still engaged. Capacity is 5+1 through a hinged floorplate, and the receiver comes drilled and tapped for scope bases since there are no iron sights.
This one makes a lot of sense for varmint and predator hunters who want a full-size rifle with mild recoil, or anyone who appreciates traditional lines with modern accuracy behind them. At around 7.5 pounds it carries fine and settles nicely on sticks or a bag. Mount a quality scope, find the load it likes, and this rifle will hold up its end of the bargain.
No, this rifle ships without iron sights or an optic. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so all you need is a set of bases and rings to mount the scope of your choice. Given the accuracy this rifle is capable of, a quality optic is worth the investment.
Yes, this version of the Vanguard Sporter features a threaded muzzle on its 24 inch #2 contour barrel. That makes adding a suppressor or muzzle brake a straightforward job. The cold hammer forged barrel is a big part of why Weatherby backs the rifle with a sub-MOA guarantee.
The 1:9 twist is a versatile middle ground for .223 Rem. It handles the popular 40 to 69 grain range well, which covers most varmint and target loads on the shelf. Heavier match bullets in the 75 grain and up range generally want a faster twist, so stick to mid-weight loads for best results.
Yes, the Vanguard comes with a match-quality two-stage trigger that's adjustable down to 2.5 pounds. It breaks clean out of the box, and many owners find it needs no tweaking at all. The 3-position safety also lets you work the bolt to unload while the safety stays engaged.
| UPC | 747115455720 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | VDT223RR4T |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 24" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| Capacity | 5 + 1 |
| Color | BLUED |
| Length | 48.25 |
| Package Height | 2.6 |
| Package Width | 6.5 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | 3 Position |
| Shipping Weight | 9.0 |
| Sights | No |
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