The Weatherby Vanguard Weatherguard is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC with a 24-inch cold hammer-forged barrel and Cerakote bronze finish. It ships with a 3+1 capacity and weighs 7.25 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Vanguard Weatherguard 
• Caliber: 6.5 PRC 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 3 rounds (3+1) 
• Weight: 7.25 lbs. 
• Trigger Type: Adjustable Two-Stage Match Trigger 
• Safety Mechanism: Three-position safety 
• Overall Length (OAL): 44 inches 
   

Features 

 
The #2 contour barrel is cold hammer-forged and coated in Cerakote bronze, which handles weather and hard use well. The adjustable two-stage match trigger breaks cleanly and adjusts down to 2.5 lbs., giving you fine control over break weight without sending the rifle out for trigger work. The three-position safety locks the bolt in two safe positions, so you can unload safely without going to the fire position. The fixed Monte Carlo stock has a raised comb for cheek weld consistency behind a scope; the synthetic construction keeps weight down and survives harsh conditions without warping. 
 
A fluted bolt body and integral recoil lug round out the action, and the hinged floorplate gives fast magazine access when reloading in the field. 
 

Usage 

 
The 6.5 PRC has a flat trajectory and retains velocity well at distance, which makes the Weatherguard a natural fit for elk or deer hunting at extended ranges and competitive long-range shooting. At 7.25 lbs. and 44 inches OAL it's a full-size hunting rifle, not a backpacker's gun.

The Weatherby Vanguard Weatherguard in 6.5 PRC gets the most discussion for two things: out-of-the-box accuracy and the Weatherguard finish. Both consistently earn positive marks. Owners regularly report tight groups right off the shelf, which they credit to the cold hammer-forged barrel and match trigger combination. The bronze Cerakote is visually distinctive and holds up well to field abuse and weather.

Build quality and balance get favorable mentions. The rifle feels solid in hand without being ungainly at 7.25 lbs.

The adjustable trigger is highlighted by shooters who've worked with the factory pull. It adjusts cleanly, and most owners get it to where they want it without third-party parts.

Weight is the most common practical criticism. For hunters covering long distances on foot, 7.25 lbs. plus a scope is a real consideration. Price is another friction point; while most buyers feel the performance justifies it, a handful of forum comparisons put similarly-priced rifles in view. Weatherby's customer service earns positive mentions when issues do come up.

Aftmarket accessories for the Vanguard platform are available but less abundant than for Remington 700-footprint rifles, which comes up for shooters planning significant customization.