Vanguard Talon: Precision Meets Portability
The Vanguard Talon is a testament to the pursuit of balance in firearm design, bringing together lightweight construction with formidable performance. This rifle embodies the essence of innovation by integrating the esteemed Backcountry 2.0's featherweight features into Weatherby's renowned Vanguard series.
At its core lies Peak 44's Blacktooth carbon fiber stock, tipping the scales at a mere 19 ounces, making it one of the lightest production stocks available today. The result? A rifle that shaves off over a pound compared to other Vanguards and begins at an astonishingly low weight of just 6.2 pounds.
The Talon's prowess doesn't end there; it's outfitted with an Accubrake and a sophisticated 3D Hex Recoil Pad, ensuring that even when chambered for Weatherby's legendary magnum cartridges, recoil remains manageable and controlled.
Cloaked in a striking cobalt Cerakote finish on its robust barrel measuring an impressive length of twenty-six inches, this rifle isn't merely about aesthetics—it's built for resilience against harsh environments while maintaining superior accuracy.
This is not just another hunting tool; it's your steadfast companion ten miles deep from where you parked your truck—a precision instrument designed to make each shot count when every ounce matters and every step takes you further into untamed wilderness.
Features
- adjustable two-stage trigger
- fluted #2 barrel & bolt body
- peak 44 blacktooth stock
- peak 44 blacktooth carbon fiber stock
- accubrake st included
- sub-moa accuracy guarantee (0.99-inch 3-shot group at 100 yards)
- cold hammer-forged barrel
- adjustable match-grade two-stage trigger
- fluted bolt body
- one-piece machined bolt body and fully enclosed bolt sleeve
- 3dhex recoil pad for added comfort and control
- integral recoil lug for improved stability
- hinged floorplate
- 3-position safety
- chambered in .257 wby mag
- weight: 6.2 lbs
- overall length: 44.5 inches
- magazine capacity: 3+1
- barrel contour: #2
- barrel threads: 1/2-28
- barrel overall length: 26 inches (24-inch barrel + 2-inch muzzle brake)
- twist rate: 1:10
- length of pull: 13.5 inches
- drop at comb: 0.625 inches
- drop at heel: 0.30 inches