Weatherby VHH653WR8B Vanguard Outfitter | 6.5×300 Mag | Tan

The Weatherby Vanguard Outfitter is built to deliver reliable field performance and precision. It features a cold hammer-forged, spiral-fluted barrel with a threaded muzzle and Accubrake muzzle brake, an adjustable two-stage match trigger, and a Monte Carlo synthetic stock with hand-applied sponge paint for durability and improved recoil control. Paired with an optic such as the Vortex Crossfire II 3-9×40, this rifle is well-suited to extended glassing and accurate shot placement without exceeding a typical hunter’s optics budget.

Applications: long-range mountain hunting and precision varmint or big-game work where a lightweight, robust bolt action and effective recoil management are important.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer part number is VHH653WR8B.
• The caliber is 6.5×300 Weatherby Mag.
• The action is a Bolt Action design for reliable feeding and extraction.
• The capacity is 3 + 1 for three in the magazine plus one in the chamber.
• The barrel is finished in Graphite Black Cerakote for corrosion resistance.
• The barrel features a Spiral, Fluted Steel profile and is threaded 1/2×28 for muzzle devices.
• The muzzle device is an Accubrake to reduce felt recoil.
• The stock is a Tan Monte Carlo polymer with brown and white sponge paint.
• The trigger is an Adjustable Two-Stage Match trigger adjustable toward 2.5 lbs as described by the manufacturer.
• The safety is a Three-Position safety for safe handling.
• The rate of twist is 1:8″.
• The reported weight is 7.25 lbs.
• The model designation is Vanguard.
• The country of origin is listed as JP.
• The UPC is 747115454013.

The Vanguard Outfitter blends Weatherby’s Vanguard action with field-oriented features: a rugged synthetic Monte Carlo stock with textured touchpoints, a fluted bolt and barrel for weight savings and heat dissipation, and an adjustable two-stage trigger for a predictable break. Those who prioritize a dependable bolt action with effective recoil mitigation and a finish suited to rough use will find the Outfitter a practical choice on extended hunts and alpine glassing trips.

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