The Weatherby Vanguard Black Hills is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Win with a 22-inch threaded barrel. It has a 5+1 round capacity and comes with a muzzle brake. The stock is finished in black with green and tan accents. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Weatherby 
• Model: Vanguard Black Hills 
• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 5+1 
• Barrel Length: 22" 
• Color/Finish: Black w/ Green & Tan 
   

Detailed Features 

• 22-inch threaded barrel for suppressor or muzzle device use 
• Muzzle brake included 
• 5+1 round capacity 
• Black stock with green and tan color pattern

Owners of the Vanguard Black Hills frequently point to the threaded barrel as the standout practical feature, appreciating the flexibility it provides for adding a muzzle device without extra machining. The .308 Win chambering draws in hunters and target shooters alike who want a proven cartridge in a factory rifle.

The green and tan stock finish gets mixed reactions. Some owners find it a practical field pattern; others feel it sits between tactical and hunting aesthetics without fully committing to either. Ergonomics on the Vanguard platform are generally praised as comfortable for a wide range of body types.

The muzzle brake is effective at reducing felt recoil in .308, which owners with high round counts appreciate. A common note is that the brake adds some noise and concussion at the muzzle, which matters in enclosed spaces or with a spotter nearby.