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The Vanguard line has earned its reputation as one of the best values in bolt guns, and the Shadow in .223 Rem might be the most practical way to get into one. You get the same proven action Weatherby has built the series on, a cold hammer forged 24-inch barrel in a #2 contour, and a muzzle threaded 1/2-28 so you can spin on a suppressor or brake right out of the box. The Carbon Gray Cerakote on the barrel and receiver shrugs off weather and handling wear far better than a traditional blued finish, and the black Monte Carlo stock with gray and white accents gives it a look that stands apart from the sea of plain synthetic rifles.
Every Vanguard is backed by Weatherby's promise of a three-shot group under an inch at 100 yards with premium factory ammo, and the Shadow has the hardware to deliver. The adjustable two-stage match trigger breaks clean and can be tuned down to 2.5 pounds, which makes a real difference when you are squeezing off a shot at a coyote across a field. The one-piece forged receiver with integral recoil lug comes drilled and tapped for scope bases, and the three-position safety lets you cycle the bolt to unload with the rifle still on safe.
Here is the detail that sets this one apart: the 1:8 twist rate. Plenty of bolt-action .223s ship with slower twists that limit you to lighter bullets, but this barrel will stabilize the heavy 69 to 77 grain match loads along with standard 55 grain fodder. That opens the door to longer range target work, predator hunting with premium bullets, and cheap range days with bulk ammo, all from the same rifle. At 7.25 pounds with a 44-inch overall length, it carries fine in the field but has enough heft up front to settle down on the bench. The 5+1 capacity and 13.5-inch length of pull round out a rifle that is easy to live with whether it spends its life on prairie dog towns or a steel range.
Yes. The 24-inch barrel comes threaded 1/2-28, which is the standard pitch for most .223/5.56 suppressors and muzzle devices. A thread protector keeps the muzzle covered when you are running it bare.
The 1:8 twist is one of the best features on this rifle. It handles common 55 grain loads without issue and stabilizes heavier 69, 75, and 77 grain match bullets that slower-twist bolt guns struggle with. That makes it a solid pick for stretching the .223 out past typical varmint distances.
No, it ships without sights or optics. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope bases, so you will want to pick up bases and rings that fit the Vanguard/Howa 1500 action pattern. Mount a quality scope and you are set to take advantage of the accuracy guarantee.
Weatherby guarantees a three-shot group of .99 inch or less at 100 yards from a cold barrel when using Weatherby factory or premium ammunition. The adjustable two-stage trigger and cold hammer forged barrel do a lot of the heavy lifting there. In practice, many Vanguards will beat that number once you find a load the barrel likes.
| UPC | 747115462865 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | VC38223RR4T |
| Action | |
| Barrel Length | 24" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| Capacity | 5 + 1 |
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