The Weatherby Vanguard High Country is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5-300 WBY Mag with a 26-inch barrel (28 inches with the included Accubrake ST) and 3-round capacity. At 7.3 lbs with a Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish and carbon fiber pattern stock, it carries a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee backed by Weatherby. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 747115445295 
• Caliber: 6.5-300 WBY MAG 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 3 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches (28 inches overall with Accubrake) 
• Weight: 7.3 lbs. 
• Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

 
Weatherby guarantees a three-shot group of .99 MOA or less at 100 yards with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition within two years of purchase. The cold hammer forged barrel and integral recoil lug contribute to the consistency behind that guarantee. The fluted bolt body reduces weight slightly and improves cycling feel. The two-stage adjustable trigger can be set to the shooter's preferred pull weight. The Accubrake ST is included and handles the substantial recoil from the 6.5-300 WBY Mag more effectively than a standard recoil pad alone. 
 

Usage 

 
The 6.5-300 WBY Mag is a fast, flat-shooting cartridge designed for long-range work, particularly on game where extended distance is common. The 26-inch barrel extracts the most from the cartridge's velocity potential. The Accubrake is important with this caliber -- it is a genuine recoil management tool, not just cosmetic. The Cerakote finish and carbon fiber stock make the rifle weather-resistant for field conditions.

The Vanguard High Country in 6.5-300 WBY Mag attracts shooters who want the performance of a fast 6.5mm magnum with Weatherby's sub-MOA guarantee behind it. Accuracy feedback is consistently strong -- owners who use quality ammunition report the rifle meets the guarantee and often beats it.

The build quality is well-regarded, and the FDE Cerakote finish looks distinctive compared to standard bolt guns. Weight at 7.3 lbs is considered reasonable for a precision-capable magnum rifle.

Recoil from 6.5-300 WBY Mag is significant; most owners note the Accubrake manages it effectively, though it also increases muzzle blast. This is an expected tradeoff with magnum cartridges and muzzle brakes.

Price is the recurring friction point. The Vanguard line sits below Weatherby's Mark V in price but above most comparable bolt guns, and some buyers question whether the sub-MOA guarantee and Weatherby name justify the premium over competitors. Owners who have shot the rifle extensively generally find it worth it; prospective buyers shopping by spec sometimes find comparable alternatives at lower cost.

Customer service experiences are mixed in community discussions, similar to what appears in threads about other Weatherby models.