The Weatherby Vanguard Obsidian Gen 3 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum with a 26-inch, #2 contour threaded barrel at 1:8" twist. The adjustable two-stage match trigger gives you control over pull weight. A three-position safety lets you move between safe and fire without shifting your grip. The Monte Carlo stock is black. Overall length is 46.5 inches; weight is 7.50 lbs; capacity is 3+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Vanguard Obsidian 
• Caliber: 6.5-300 Weatherby Mag 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Trigger: Adjustable Two-Stage Match Trigger 
• Safety: 3-Position Safety System 
• Overall Length (OAL): 46.5 inches 
• Weight: 7.50 lbs 
• Stock Description: Monte Carlo Style Stock in Black Finish 
• Twist Rate: 1:8" 
   

Features 

• 26-inch #2 contour threaded barrel, 1:8" twist 
• Adjustable two-stage match trigger 
• Three-position safety 
• Monte Carlo synthetic stock

The Weatherby Vanguard Obsidian Gen 3 in 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum is well-regarded for accuracy and long-range performance. The caliber's flat trajectory gets frequent praise from hunters and long-range shooters who want reach beyond what standard cartridges provide. Build quality is described as solid, and the adjustable trigger is appreciated for letting shooters dial in a pull weight that suits them.

Recoil is the main caveat. The 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum is a high-velocity cartridge in a 7.50 lb package, and less experienced shooters sometimes find it more assertive than expected during extended sessions. Experienced owners tend to find it manageable and note that the weight helps. Value is generally viewed as competitive for the feature set, making it a reasonable option for serious hunters or precision shooters willing to manage the recoil.