The Weatherby Vanguard Obsidian is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .223 Remington with a 20-inch heavy threaded barrel. The receiver is drilled and tapped steel, and the rifle has a Monte Carlo black polymer stock. It ships with a 5-round magazine. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Weatherby 
• Model: Vanguard Obsidian 
• Caliber: .223 Remington 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 20 in 
• Capacity: 5+1 
• Color/Finish: Black 
   

Detailed Features 

• 20-inch heavy blued threaded barrel 
• Drilled and tapped blued steel receiver 
• Monte Carlo black polymer stock (synthetic) 
• 5-round capacity 
• Obsidian finish throughout

Vanguard Obsidian owners appreciate the heavy barrel profile for its stability during varmint and target work. The threaded muzzle is a common reason buyers choose this variant over other Vanguard configurations, and most owners report the threads are well-cut with no alignment issues.

The Monte Carlo polymer stock draws mixed reactions. Some owners prefer its practical, weather-resistant character; others find the fit average and swap it for an aftermarket chassis relatively quickly. Trigger pull on the Vanguard line is a recurring topic, with many owners describing it as acceptable out of the box but worth a professional adjustment for precision work.

On value, Weatherby positions the Vanguard line as a practical bolt-action at a reasonable price and the Obsidian delivers on that. Aftermarket support for the Vanguard action is solid. The main repeated complaint is that the stock feels budget-grade relative to the barrel and receiver quality.