New Vanguard Model from Weatherby Offers 'Deluxe' Looks, Guaranteed Accuracy in Affordable Package

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Weatherby's New Vanguard® Model Offers 'Deluxe' Looks, Guaranteed Accuracy in Affordable Package

Weatherby introduces the Vanguard® Deluxe, a wood-stock rifle designed to offer hunters and shooters an affordable combination of eye-catching good looks and superior shooting performance.

"Weatherby fans may recognize the Vanguard Deluxe as a close relative of the VGX rifle, which was last available in our line more than 10 years ago," said Brad Ruddell, Weatherby's vice president of sales and marketing. "The VGX was popular because it looked similar to our classic Mark V® Deluxe rifle and had many of the same features, but cost much less. Constant requests to bring back the VGX spurred us to develop the Vanguard Deluxe. In addition to its handsome looks, the Deluxe also offers guaranteed accuracy, like all the Vanguard rifles in our 2006 line."

Nearly identical in appearance to the Mark V Deluxe, the Vanguard Deluxe features a raised-comb Monte Carlo walnut stock (gloss finish) with maplewood spacers and rosewood forend. A polished action and high-gloss blued metalwork further enhance the rifle's looks.

Manufacturer's suggested retail price is $865. Like all Vanguard rifles, the Deluxe comes with a factory-shot target to guarantee accuracy of a 1 1/2-inch or better 3-shot group at 100 yards from a cold barrel using premium (non-Weatherby calibers) or Weatherby factory ammunition.

Accuracy-enhancing features include:

• A 24-inch, #2 contour cold hammer forged 4140 steel barrel with field crown.
• Weatherby's famous Monte Carlo design allows quick eye-to-scope alignment and faster target acquisition.
• Adjustable trigger. The trigger can be precisely adjusted for let-off weight to match individual preferences (within factory pre-set minimums). Sear engagement adjustments must be performed by a Weatherby Service Center or qualified gunsmith.

The Vanguard action incorporates many of the strength and safety features of the Weatherby's renowned Mark V action including:

• A one-piece forged, fluted bolt body with three ports that allow high pressure gases to escape in the event of an accidental case rupture. The bolt sleeve completely enshrouds the rear of the action to provide protection from high-pressure gases and brass particles, should the case rupture.
• A one-piece forged and machined receiver with integral recoil lug is designed for exceptional strength and structural integrity.
• An easy-to-see cocking indicator provides an extra measure of safety.

Measuring 44 1/2 inches in overall length, the Vanguard Deluxe has a length of pull of 13 1/2 inches. Drop at comb, 5/8-inch; drop at heel, 1 1/8 inches. Weight is 7 3/4 pounds.

Vanguard Deluxe is available in .270 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, .257 Weatherby Magnum and .300 Weatherby Magnum. Right-hand model only.

For more information, contact a local Weatherby dealer or Weatherby, Inc., 3100 El Camino Real, Atascadero, Calif. 93422; (805) 466-1767. Or, go to www.weatherby.com.

Founded in 1945, Weatherby, Inc. manufactures and markets rifles, shotguns, ammunition, Performance Wool outerwear and security/shooting accessories. The company is based in Atascadero.

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