The Weatherby Vanguard Obsidian is a bolt-action rifle in .22-250 Remington with a 24-inch sporter-profile barrel, 5+1 capacity, and a black polymer Monte Carlo stock. Weight is 7.4 lbs at 44 inches overall. Matte black finish throughout. The barrel is optic-ready with a direct mount system. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .22-250 Rem 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 5 Rounds (+1) 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Weight: 7.4 lbs. 
• Overall Length: 44 inches 
• Stock Type: Black Polymer Monte Carlo Stock 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Sights: Optic Ready with Direct Mount 
   

Features 

 
The bolt action runs smoothly and has a reputation for reliability. The adjustable two-stage match trigger provides a crisp break, and the 1:14" twist rate stabilizes lighter .22-250 bullets well. The direct mount optic system means you can put a scope on without buying a separate base — it accepts standard mounts directly. The Monte Carlo stock cheekpiece helps keep your eye lined up behind the optic. 
 

Usage 

 
This rifle is well suited to varmint hunting, where the .22-250's flat trajectory and high velocity are the main advantages. The 24-inch barrel extracts good velocity from the cartridge. At 7.4 lbs it is on the heavier side for a carry rifle but is steady on a rest. It also handles precision shooting competitions where .22-250 is permitted.

Owners of the Weatherby Vanguard Obsidian Precision in .22-250 Rem generally report strong out-of-the-box accuracy. The .22-250 chambering is consistently praised for flat trajectory and long-range varmint performance, and users report that it shoots well without needing extensive tuning.

Build quality comes up positively — the stock and barrel materials are considered solid, and the bolt cycles smoothly. Ergonomics are generally well regarded; the Monte Carlo stock fits most shooters comfortably during extended range sessions.

Weight gets occasional criticism from users who want something lighter for carrying in the field. The price-to-performance ratio is viewed favorably by most buyers when compared against other bolt guns in the same class.

Some users add optics or other modifications and find the platform accommodates them without issue. Customer service experiences with Weatherby vary across individual cases.