The Weatherby Vanguard Obsidian is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .223 Remington. It's built around a one-piece forged and machined receiver, which keeps component alignment tight and contributes to the accuracy Weatherby warranties. The 24" barrel with a 1:9" twist handles the typical .223 projectile weights well across a range of loads. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Vanguard Obsidian 
• Caliber: .223 Remington 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 5 Round Magazine 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Twist Rate: 1:9" 
• Overall Length: 44 inches 
• Weight: 7.5 lbs 
• Stock Type: Monte Carlo Synthetic with Raised Comb (Matte Black) 
• Finish: Graphite Black Cerakote 
   

Features 

 
The fully enclosed bolt sleeve keeps debris out of the action, which matters in field conditions. An integral recoil lug locks the action solidly into the stock, and the M16-style extractor handles extraction reliably. The two-stage adjustable trigger is the standout mechanical feature — it lets shooters dial in their preferred break weight rather than living with a factory-fixed pull. At 7.5 lbs, the rifle is on the heavier side for a .223, but that weight settles recoil and steadies the hold at distance.

The Vanguard Obsidian draws consistent praise for accuracy and build quality. Users regularly report clean, repeatable groups, and the Cerakote finish holds up well in weather. The stock's raised comb is appreciated by scope users — cheek weld is solid without needing aftermarket risers.

The adjustable two-stage trigger is mentioned frequently as a genuine advantage over other rifles at this price. .223 recoil is light, which makes it accessible for newer shooters and comfortable over longer sessions. Value comes up often in comparisons to other bolt-actions in the class; most buyers consider it competitive. Weatherby's customer service gets mixed marks — warranty work tends to get resolved, but some users report longer turnaround times than expected. Customization discussions usually center on optics and bipods rather than stock replacement.