Description
The Weatherby Vanguard WG Bronze 257 Wby is a bolt action rifle from Weatherby in 257 Weatherby Magnum with a 22 inch barrel. This listing is UPC 747115456307, Weatherby SKU VWB257WR4T. Weatherby lists it at 7.5 lbs and 46.5 inches overall.
Weatherby Vanguard WG Bronze 257 Wby Overview
The Vanguard is the value line of Weatherby bolt actions, built in Japan with a two lug bolt, a three position safety and a two stage trigger. Weatherby backs Vanguard rifles with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee when used with Weatherby or premium factory ammunition.
Action and Trigger
The Vanguard two lug bolt runs smoothly, and the three position safety lets you unload with the safety on. Capacity is 3+1 rounds.
Barrel
The 22 inch barrel has a #2 contour and a 1:10 twist. The muzzle is threaded 1/2-28 for a brake or suppressor. Overall length is 46.5 inches.
Stock and Fit
Weatherby lists a 13.5 inch length of pull, .75 inch drop at comb and 1.25 inch drop at heel. The rifle weighs about 7.5 lbs without a scope.
Key Features
Weatherby lists these features for the Vanguard Weatherguard Bronze: Guaranteed Sub-Moa Accuracy; Two-stage Trigger; 3-Position Safety; Monte Carlo stock; Cerakote; Monte Carlo Stock.
The 257 Weatherby Magnum
The 257 Weatherby Magnum is a Weatherby cartridge built for high velocity and flat trajectories. Weatherby chambers use freebore, and ammo costs more and is harder to find than common rounds, so stock up before hunting season.
Big Game Hunting
This rifle suits big game hunting, from deer and pronghorn to elk depending on caliber. Confirm your zero before the season and know your effective range.
Buying Tips
Budget for quality optics, rings and ammo. Weatherby ammo costs more than common rounds, so factor that into practice. Weatherby photos may show another caliber or a right hand model.
Care and Value
Wipe the metal down after wet hunts, clean the bore regularly and store the rifle in a dry place. Weatherby rifles hold their value well.
State Laws
Bolt action rifles are legal to own in every state, though hunting caliber rules vary. Pennsylvania buyers can transfer at our Collegeville shop or at any FFL.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Weatherby
- Model: Vanguard Weatherguard Bronze
- Weatherby SKU: VWB257WR4T
- UPC: 747115456307
- Caliber: 257 Weatherby Magnum
- Barrel Length: 22 in.
- Barrel Overall Length: 26
- Barrel Contour: #2
- Muzzle Threads: 1/2-28
- Twist Rate: 1:10
- Capacity: 3+1
- Weight: 7.5 lbs
- Overall Length: 46.5 in.
- Length of Pull: 13.5 in.
- Drop at Comb: .75 in.
- Drop at Heel: 1.25 in.
- Hand: Right
Before You Buy
Federal law requires this firearm to ship to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer with a background check. Buyers must be 18 or older for long guns. Weatherby photos may show another caliber, gauge, barrel length or hand of the same model.
Who It Is For
The Weatherby Vanguard WG Bronze 257 Wby is a great fit for hunters who want an accurate Weatherby rifle for deer, elk and other big game.
Buy the Weatherby Vanguard WG Bronze 257 Wby at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Weatherby Vanguard WG Bronze 257 Wby online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more rifles. For factory details, visit Weatherby.
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