The Weatherby Vanguard Black Hills is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 25-06 Remington with a 24-inch threaded barrel and a 5+1 capacity. It ships with a muzzle brake and an Arca adapter on the forend. The Peak 44 stock is finished in Black with Green and Tan accents. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Weatherby 
• Model: Vanguard Black Hills 
• Caliber: 25-06 Remington 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 5+1 
• Color/Finish: Black with Green and Tan Accents (Peak 44 stock) 
   

Detailed Features 

• 24-inch threaded barrel with muzzle brake 
• Arca adapter on the forend for tripod and rail compatibility 
• Peak 44 stock with Black, Green, and Tan accent pattern 
• 5+1 round capacity 
• Vanguard action with 25-06 Rem chambering suited for long-range field use

The Vanguard Black Hills draws a specific kind of buyer: someone who wants a Weatherby bolt gun with practical field features (Arca rail, threaded barrel, muzzle brake) without stepping up to the Mark V price point. Owners generally find the Vanguard action accurate and the 24-inch barrel well matched to 25-06 Rem for flat-shooting performance at distance.

The Peak 44 stock's Black/Green/Tan pattern is divisive. Some owners genuinely like the field-oriented aesthetic; others find the color combination busy. The Arca adapter is almost universally praised, especially among hunters who run tripods, as it eliminates the need for an aftermarket rail add-on.

The muzzle brake is effective and appreciated at the range, though a common note is that it makes the rifle noticeably louder for anyone nearby. The trigger on the Vanguard platform gets a mixed reception, with some owners finding it serviceable out of the box and others upgrading it early. Value is considered strong for a rifle with this feature set at the Vanguard price tier.