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Hey Folks, Just came across this new release from Weatherby: Vanguard in 375 H&H Not sure if this has been mentioned yet but looks like a pretty nice package and would have to be considered a true value for a DGR. Howa builds a solid rifle and I really like the iron sights they've chosen.
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Very nice. I like both the Vanguard and .375.
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I wonder if they will be offering it in their own 375 version.
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Hey Folks, Just came across this new release from Weatherby: Vanguard in 375 H&H Not sure if this has been mentioned yet but looks like a pretty nice package and would have to be considered a true value for a DGR. Howa builds a solid rifle and I really like the iron sights they've chosen. I don't see wt. and bbl. length. DF
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But, But, But, it's a push feed? Surely it won't sell?
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But, But, But, it's a push feed? Surely it won't sell? You right... Won't sell, for sure... DF
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"I don't see wt. and bbl. length."
Weatherby is still working the kinks out of their new website, but you can find the specifics about the .375 H&H version listed with the standard synthetic model.
It has a 24" #2.5 cont barrel.... 8 pounds in weight.
I'm very happy to see a Vanguard in .375 H&H. I'll buy one!
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bad point on the Vanguard for 375 use is the very weak bolt stop......
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Very nice offering in a great (Vanguard) platform, I'd have no qualms with it, other that I don't do synthetics. I have a MKV in the same caliber (only made on year, 2006)and it's a beautiful rifle. I also own two VGs and they are fine rifles.
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bad point on the Vanguard for 375 use is the very weak bolt stop...... Haven't heard that. What's the story? DF
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the Vanguard bolt stop is designed somewhat similar to a M 70, however the screw that secures the sheet metal stop to the receiver is quite small , and then recessed out where the sheet metal pivots.... leaves a very tiny shank to absorb the shock when you run the bolt.....the spring is also quite small
I snapped that screw off on my 300 Vanguard just doing dryfire practise , and the spring disappeared to parts unknown......I could envision a panic situation with a dangerous critter where this would not be desirable !
Weatherby took care of me fine....sent new parts at no charge , but its still a weak design in my book , and it could be beefed up on their part with very little trouble
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Needs a 20" barrel and id buy one.
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Corresponded some with Weatherby today regarding this new model. While it is a 24" barrel, the contour is heavier and will not drop into after-market stocks. Apparently, Weatherby has some B&C stocks available that will accommodate this feature.
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If's it's really 8 pounds and 24 inches and has no brake I'm going to have get one.
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I had never heard of the weak bolt stop either. My dad has had one of his Vanguards since 1977/78 and it has never failed, with very hard hunting conditions.
I think, all counted, my group of family and friends have about 35 Vanguards currently. Never had a problem with any of them. We hunt in Alaska every year (originally from there) and have been to the African continent 4 times now, all with Vanguards, and a couple MArk Vs.
Does Nosler beef up this bolt stop when building their custom rifles off the Howa action? A friend has one of theirs in .458 Win Mag and it's also a sweet gun.
I did a Google search about this bolt stop issue and it does seem as though some people have had issues with it. I wonder if this is something that could easily be addressed by Weatherby, so the new rifles come out of the factory 100% bullet-proof..?
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I'd be willing to bet that Weatherby will be offering a stock upgrade/upgraded model in .375 H&H once they see how the market is.
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Always wondered why they didnt make the vanguard in 375.
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Is the 375 H&H action length the same as the vanguard 300 wby? If so the Back Country stock can be had for $300 or so.
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Is the 375 H&H action length the same as the vanguard 300 wby? If so the Back Country stock can be had for $300 or so. The action is the same, but the .375 H&H uses a slightly heavier barrel. I'm not sure the barrel channel will fit without modification.
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One simply can't have enough 375s! here is the aforementioned MKV only made in 06. Points and shoots very well:
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