The Weatherby Vanguard Weatherguard SS is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Win with a 22-inch threaded barrel. It holds 5 rounds and uses a 2-Tone Griptonite stock. The VC40308NR2T is the stainless-steel (SS) variant with a satin finish. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Weatherby 
• Model: Vanguard Weatherguard SS (VC40308NR2T) 
• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Color/Finish: 2-Tone, Satin, Griptonite Stock 
   

Detailed Features 

• 22-inch threaded barrel for suppressor compatibility 
• Stainless steel construction with satin finish 
• 2-Tone Griptonite stock 
• Full-size bolt-action platform in .308 Win 
• 5-round capacity

Owners of the Weatherby Vanguard Weatherguard SS in .308 Win consistently highlight the stainless construction as the main reason they chose this model. The satin finish holds up well in field conditions, and buyers who use it in wet or rough terrain appreciate not having to worry about surface corrosion the way they would with a blued rifle.

The Griptonite stock is a point of division. Some owners find the texture and feel practical for hunting use in varying weather, while others find it less appealing than a traditional walnut option. The 22-inch threaded barrel gets consistent approval from those who run a suppressor, since the threading is factory-done rather than an aftermarket addition.

Value is generally viewed as solid for a stainless bolt gun with factory threading. The Vanguard Weatherguard competes well against similarly priced stainless hunting rifles, though trigger quality draws mixed opinions out of the box and is a common first upgrade among owners who shoot it a lot.