When Weatherby introduced the 6.5-300 Wby Mag cartridge, big game hunters from around the world praised the caliber for its flat-shooting, hard-hitting accuracy. To meet the demand for more rifle options chambered in the popular round, Weatherby has announced production of three additional Vanguard models in 6.5-300 Wby Mag. The models are: Vanguard Accugard, Vanguard Synthetic and Vanguard Wilderness.
The Vanguard Accuguard is highly regarded for its guaranteed SUB-MOA accuracy (.99” or less 3-shot group at 100 yards when used with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition). Weatherby’s Vanguard Synthetic is chosen for its toughness, with a Griptonite stock and all surfaces designed to repel the harshest conditions. The Vanguard Wilderness is known for its lightweight design (just 6.75 pounds in 6.5-300 Wby Mag), thanks to its weight-shaving carbon fiber composite stock. All Vanguards in 6.5-300 Wby Mag have 26” barrels for maximum performance with the powerful round.
Vanguard Accuguard Features:
• SUB-MOA accuracy guarantee (.99” or less 3-shot group at 100 yards when used with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition)
• Adjustable match quality, two-stage trigger
• Fluted bolt body
• One-piece machined bolt body
• Fully enclosed bolt sleeve
• Vanguard recoil pad
• 3-Position safety
• Cold hammer forged barrel
• Integral recoil lug
• Hinged floorplate
Stock:
• Hand-laminated, raised comb Monte Carlo composite stock
• Full length aluminum bedding plate
• Matte gel coat finish
• Spiderweb accents
Barrel And Metalwork:
• Matte, bead blasted finish
• 410 series stainless steel
• 26” #3 contour fluted barrel
• Recessed target crown to enhance accuracy and protect rifling
Vanguard Synthetic Features:
• SUB-MOA accuracy guarantee (.99” or less 3-shot group at 100 yards when used with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition)
• Adjustable Match Quality, Two-stage Trigger
• Fluted Bolt Body
• One-piece Machined Bolt Body
• Fully Enclosed Bolt Sleeve
• Vanguard Recoil Pad
• 3-Position Safety
• Cold Hammer Forged Barrel
• Integral Recoil Lug
• Hinged Floorplate
Stock:
• Monte Carlo Griptonite stock
• Pistol grip and forend inserts
• Right side palm swell (aids shooter comfort and control)
Barrel And Metalwork:
• Bead blasted matte finish
• 26”, #2 contour barrel
Vanguard Wilderness Features:
• SUB-MOA accuracy guarantee (.99” or less 3-shot group at 100 yards when used with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition)
• Adjustable Match Quality, Two-stage Trigger
• Fluted Bolt Body
• One-piece Machined Bolt Body
• Fully Enclosed Bolt Sleeve
• Vanguard Recoil Pad
• 3-Position Safety
• Cold Hammer Forged Barrel
• Integral Recoil Lug
• Hinged Floorplate
Stock:
• Hand-laminated, raised comb Monte Carlo carbon fiber composite stock
• Aluminum bedding plate
• Matte gel coat finish
• Spiderweb accents
• Weighs just 6 ¾ pounds
Barrel And Metalwork:
• Matte, bead blasted, blued finish
• Weight-saving, fluted 26” barrel