Weatherby Vanguard Compact | .350 Legend | 20″ | VYT350NR0O

The Weatherby Vanguard Compact is a bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in .350 Legend with a 20″ cold hammer-forged barrel and a black synthetic Monte Carlo stock designed for shorter length of pull. The Compact model includes an elongated removable spacer to adjust length of pull, making it suitable for youth shooters or any shooter who prefers a shorter fit. For a suitable optic under $1,000, a Vortex Crossfire II 3-9×40 provides a durable, versatile magnification range and mounting footprint that pairs well with this rifle. Typical applications include youth hunting and precision small-bore target shooting.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is .350 Legend.
• The barrel length is 20 inches.
• The action type is Bolt Action.
• The rate of twist is 1:16″.
• The metal finish is Blued / Matte bead-blasted blued.
• The stock material is Synthetic (Monte Carlo, black).
• The overall length is 39 inches.
• The rifle is configured for Right Hand use.
• The safety is a Three-Position safety.
• The trigger is an Adjustable Two-Stage Match trigger.
• The rifle features a Hinged Floorplate for magazine access.
• The rifle is marketed as a Youth Rifle and includes a removable spacer to adjust length of pull from approximately 12.5″ to 13″.
• The muzzle is finished with a Target Crown.
• The rifle includes Swivel Studs for sling attachment.
• The UPC is 747115452606.

The Vanguard Compact combines Weatherby/Howa action engineering with a user-adjustable stock to provide a compact, shootable package for younger or smaller-framed shooters while preserving Weatherby’s stated accuracy goals. Features such as a fully enclosed bolt sleeve, fluted bolt body, integral recoil lug and a two-stage match trigger are consistent with the Vanguard line.

This Compact model is well-suited to hunters introducing youth participants to field shooting and to shooters seeking a compact bolt-action with attention to fit and accuracy. Its synthetic stock and black finish emphasize durability and low maintenance in outdoor conditions.

Owners commonly praise the adjustable length-of-pull for accommodating youth shooters and note the Vanguard’s sub-MOA accuracy guarantee as a key strength of the platform.