The Weatherby Vanguard Weathguard Bronze (brand part no. VWB257WR4T) is a bolt-action rifle chambered in the legendary .257 Weatherby Magnum and built by Weatherby to pair that famously flat-shooting cartridge with an affordable, weather-ready package. A burnt bronze Cerakote finish covers the cold hammer-forged, #2-contour barrel, while a durable polymer Monte Carlo stock with bronze webbing keeps the rifle protected from field wear. Each rifle is hand-fitted for precise alignment, and an adjustable two-stage trigger gives shooters a clean, tunable break. The threaded muzzle and hinged floorplate round out a rifle built for hunters who want Weatherby performance at an entry-level price.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .257 Weatherby Magnum, a legendary flat-shooting cartridge developed by Roy Weatherby.
• The barrel measures 24-inch cold hammer-forged, #2-contour barrel.
• Rifled at a 1:10-inch twist.
• Finished in burnt bronze Cerakote, protecting the metal from field wear and moisture.
• Built with a polymer Monte Carlo stock with bronze webbing, adding grip and a distinct look.
• Feeds from a 3+1 round magazine with a hinged floorplate, a simple and dependable system.
• Includes an adjustable two-stage trigger, giving a clean, consistent break for precision shots.
• Threaded 1/2×28 at the muzzle, ready to accept a brake or suppressor.
• Uses a 3-position safety, adding a locked-bolt setting beyond simple fire/safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What cartridge does this Vanguard fire? It is chambered in .257 Weatherby Magnum, a high-velocity cartridge developed by Weatherby.

Is the barrel threaded? Yes, the muzzle is threaded 1/2×28 and ready for a brake or suppressor.

Is the trigger adjustable? Yes, it uses an adjustable two-stage trigger for a consistent break.

Buy the Weatherby Vanguard Weathguard .257 Weatherby Magnum Rifle

The .257 Weatherby Magnum’s reputation for speed and flat trajectories carries over into this affordable, bronze-finished Vanguard build. Order this Weatherby rifle from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse our full lineup of bolt action rifles.