The Weatherby Vanguard Camilla is a bolt-action rifle built around the ergonomics of women shooters, with a 13" length of pull and a raised comb cheek piece that puts the eye in a more natural line with optics. The walnut stock carries Fleur De Lis checkering, grippy enough to matter in the field, and better-looking than the plain synthetic options in this price range. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Weatherby 
• Family: Vanguard Series 
• Model: Vanguard Camilla 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: .22-250 
• Finish: Matte Blue (Blued) 
• Stock: Wood Stock (Walnut Fleur De Lis Checkering) 
• Barrel Length: 20" 
• Overall Length: 39.5" 
• Rate of Twist: 1:12" 
• Capacity: 5 + 1 rounds 
• Thread Pattern: 1/2x28 
• Weight: 6.5 lbs. 
• Safety Features: 3-position safety 
• Additional Info: 
  • Length of Pull: 13" 
  • High Comb Cheek Piece 
  • Stock Fit to Women 
     

Detailed Features 

 
The matte blue finish handles weather adequately and won't blind you from glare. Threaded at 1/2x28, the barrel accepts standard suppressors or muzzle brakes without adapters. The three-position safety covers safe, bolt-open, and fire, useful when loading or unloading in the field. 
 
At 6.5 lbs. and 39.5" overall, this is a genuinely compact rifle. The shorter pull and lighter weight make a real difference on long carry days, and the .22-250 chambering keeps recoil modest while delivering flat trajectory out to varmint-hunting distances. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
The .22-250 caliber is well-suited to varmint and small game work. It's accurate enough for competitive shooting at mid-range distances. The compact dimensions and light weight make it easy to carry on extended hunts without the fatigue that comes from hauling a full-size rifle all day.

The Vanguard Camilla draws consistent feedback around two things: fit and accuracy. Shooters with smaller frames, women in particular, note that the 13" length of pull and raised comb actually position them correctly behind the glass rather than just being marketing language. The .22-250 chambering earns approval for flat-shooting behavior at varmint ranges, and users generally report good group consistency.

Criticism comes in two forms. Some newer shooters find the .22-250 has more bark than they expected, though it's a mild cartridge by centerfire standards. A recurring discussion in forums is whether the rifle needed to be marketed specifically as a women's model. The ergonomic specs would suit any shooter with a shorter draw length, and several reviewers suggest it would reach a wider audience without the gender-specific branding.

Build quality for the price point is generally viewed favorably, and the walnut stock is considered an upgrade over the synthetic options in the same tier.