The Weatherby Vanguard Synthetic Compact is a bolt-action sporting rifle built for a broad range of shooters, including youth and those who prefer a shorter, more maneuverable package. It features a 20-inch cold hammer-forged barrel with a bead-blasted, blued finish and an injection-molded synthetic stock with an adjustable spacer for length-of-pull. The rifle is finished with a 3-position safety and an adjustable match-quality two-stage trigger to support controlled, accurate fire.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is 7mm-08 Remington.
- The action is a Bolt action.
- The barrel is a 20-inch cold hammer-forged, bead-blasted blued barrel.
- The rate of twist is 1:9.5″.
- The overall length is 39 inches.
- The weight is 6.75 pounds.
- The stock is an injection-molded synthetic design with a removable spacer for adjustability.
- The length of pull adjusts from 12.5 to 13.625 inches using the included spacer.
- The rifle includes a hinged floorplate and a non-detachable magazine configuration.
- The barrel is threaded with an 1/2×28 NFA thread pattern.
Compact, adjustable, and built to Weatherby standards, this Vanguard Synthetic Compact is suited for shooters seeking a shorter sporting rifle that still emphasizes accuracy and a refined trigger feel. The adjustable length of pull and practical feature set make it a functional choice for youth transition, backpacking hunts, or shooters who prefer a lighter, more compact platform without sacrificing the fundamentals of a quality bolt-action rifle.
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