The Weatherby Vanguard Black Hills is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC with a 24-inch threaded barrel. It is built on the Vanguard platform and includes a muzzle brake configuration available as an option. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Weatherby 
• Model: Vanguard Black Hills 
• Caliber: 6.5 PRC 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

• 24-inch threaded barrel 
• Muzzle brake option (24 + 2 brake configuration) 
• Bolt-action platform 
• Black Hills edition variant

Owners of the Vanguard Black Hills in 6.5 PRC generally praise the accuracy potential of the threaded barrel setup and the smooth bolt throw common to the Vanguard line. The 6.5 PRC chambering draws shooters looking for long-range capability without heavy recoil.

The Black Hills edition tends to get positive marks for its aesthetics and practical threaded muzzle, which makes it easy to run a suppressor or brake. Some owners note the factory trigger is acceptable but not exceptional, and a few swap it out for aftermarket options.

Value opinions are divided. The Vanguard Black Hills sits at a price point above entry-level bolt guns, and some owners feel the overall fit and finish justifies the cost while others think the premium is mainly for the Black Hills branding.