Weatherby Vanguard Talon | 6.5-300 Wby Mag | 28 in.

The Weatherby Vanguard Talon in 6.5-300 Weatherby Mag is a lightweight, bolt-action hunting rifle built around a Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon fiber stock and an Accubrake ST muzzle device to manage recoil on magnum cartridges. The rifle features a cold hammer-forged, fluted barrel and an adjustable match-quality two-stage trigger. For a practical optic under $1,000 that balances magnification and clarity for this platform, consider a Vortex Viper PST Gen II 5-25×50 or a similar high-quality riflescope.

Product Specifications

• The action is Bolt Action.
• The caliber is 6.5×300 Weatherby Mag.
• The barrel measures 28 in. and is fluted.
• The barrel type is Fluted.
• The rifle has a capacity of 3 rounds.
• The stock is a Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon fiber stock with green & gray sponge camo accents.
• The finish is Tungsten Cerakote on barrel/receiver/trigger guard and Graphite Black on bolt and safety.
• The unloaded weight is listed as 6.9 lbs.
• The overall length is 46 in..
• The muzzle is threaded and includes an Accubrake ST muzzle brake.
• The trigger is an adjustable match-quality two-stage unit.
• The bolt is a fluted one-piece machined bolt body with a fully enclosed bolt sleeve.
• The rate of twist is 1-in-8.
• The country of origin is JP.
• The UPC is 747115451371.

Lightweight features and a premium carbon fiber stock make the Vanguard Talon a practical choice for long approaches and extended carry; its SUB-MOA accuracy guarantee and match-quality trigger also suit precise long-range magnum shots. Use this rifle for backcountry and mountain hunting where weight savings matter, or for pedestal/long-range work where a magnum cartridge is required. The combination of a cold hammer-forged fluted barrel, Accubrake ST, and Peak 44 stock balances accuracy and recoil management in a portable package.

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