The Weatherby Vanguard Black Hills is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .350 Legend with a 20-inch threaded heavy barrel. It comes in a Green/Tan finish and includes a muzzle brake. The heavy barrel profile is suited for a compact, hard-hitting configuration. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Weatherby 
• Model: Vanguard Black Hills 
• Caliber: .350 Legend 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 20 in 
• Color/Finish: Green/Tan 
   

Detailed Features 

• 20-inch threaded heavy barrel 
• Muzzle brake included 
• Green/Tan stock finish 
• Bolt-action platform in .350 Legend 
• Threaded muzzle for brake or suppressor use

Owners of the Vanguard Black Hills in .350 Legend typically run it as a deer rifle in straight-wall cartridge states. The 20-inch heavy barrel keeps the rifle manageable in dense cover while retaining good velocity for the .350 Legend cartridge. The included muzzle brake is a practical addition that most owners leave on.

The Green/Tan finish is one of the more popular aesthetic choices in the Vanguard lineup for hunting use, and feedback on durability is positive. A few owners mention the heavy barrel makes the rifle feel slightly muzzle-heavy compared to standard-contour Vanguard models, though that crowd is a minority.

The Vanguard Black Hills trigger draws consistent positive mentions. It's a step above the standard Vanguard trigger in feel, and most owners don't feel the need to replace it. Value-per-dollar is frequently cited as a strong point of the platform at this price tier.