Weatherby is an American firearms manufacturer who started their business back in 1945. In the late 60s, they worked with Howa to build an affordable rifle with premium features that every average hunter could use.
This is how the Vanguard was developed, and it was introduced into the market in 1970. Based on the Howa 1500 bolt action, the Vanguard was initially offered in standard hunting calibers and was an excellent alternative to the common Remington 700 and Winchester Model 70 rifles.
Now, they also offer some models chambered in their proprietary Weatherby magnum calibers.
There comes a time in almost every rifle shooterâs life when they just arenât satisfied with their OEM rifle stock.Â
It might be too heavy. It might be too flimsy. It might even be ugly.
Whatever the reason, if you find yourself seeking a stock that better suits your needs and desires, it's time for an upgrade.
Check out our top-tier stocks that blend style, durability, and precisionâbecause your rifle should be as exceptional as your shot.

Weatherby VanguardÂŽ Synthetic - Source: Weatherby, Inc.
Weatherby is an American firearms manufacturer who started their business back in 1945. In the late 60s, they worked with Howa to build an affordable rifle with premium features that every average hunter could use.
This is how the Vanguard was developed, and it was introduced into the market in 1970.
Based on the Howa 1500 bolt action, the Vanguard was initially offered in standard hunting calibers and was an excellent alternative to the common Remington 700 and Winchester Model 70 rifles. Now, they also offer some models chambered in their proprietary Weatherby magnum calibers.
Below you can find the list of the popular Weatherby vanguard models available on the market.
There comes a time in almost every rifle shooterâs life when they just arenât satisfied with their OEM rifle stock. It might be too heavy. It might be too flimsy. It might swell and contract with changes in temperature and humidity. It might even be ugly. Whatever the reason, most of us look for a stock that better suits our needs and desires.
Hereâs what you should be looking for when you decide to buy your aftermarket rifle stock.
Weatherby Vanguard / Weatherby Vanguard series 2
The standard Weatherby Vanguard comes with a composite synthetic Monte Carlo Pattern stock
The Weatherby Vanguard - First Lite features a Monte Carlo design stock. The stock has a right-side palm swell, raised cheek rest, and textured forearm and grip for easier use in wet environments. The rifle comes with the First Lite Fusion camo finish, which blends perfectly with most woodland and outdoor environments.
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The Weatherby Vanguard â Badlands also comes with a Monte Carlo pattern stock, however, it uses the popular badlands Approach camo pattern, which is designed using an adaptive coloration in contrast with a neutral earth-toned color pallet.
With multiple layers of visual confusion, this stock will blend into a wide range of surroundings in most lighting conditions.
The Weatherby Vanguard â Camilla has a stock specifically designed for female shooters and hunters. The stock is made from premium Turkish Walnut and incorporates several features to make it more comfortable for women. The butt stock features a raised comb and is angled away from the body, which makes it easier for women to shoulder. The pistol grip and fore-end have a slimmer profile, and the stock has a shorter overall length of pull and grip-to-trigger reach
Weatherby Vanguard - High Country
Like most Vanguard models the High Country also has a Monte Carlo pattern stock. It has a right palm swell and textured grip and forearm for better grip. The stock has a Black finish, with green and tan accents.
Weatherby Vanguard â Sporter:
As the name suggests, the Sporter is made for competition shooting. This rifle has a wooden Monte Carlo style stock made from Premium Turkish Walnut. The stock has a Raised Comb and diamond checkering on the grip and forearm.
The Sporter also comes with a match quality, two-stage trigger for better accuracy, and is available in popular sports shooting calibers like .25-06 REM. and .270 WIN.
Weatherby Vanguard â Synthetic:
Next up, we have the Weatherby Vanguard â Synthetic. This is one of the more affordable vanguard models with a more affordable Synthetic stock and matte finish. It still has the high-quality barrel and action that you can expect from any Weatherby Vanguard rifle.
Weatherby Vanguard â Weatherguard
The Weatherguard is made to withstand even the toughest weather condition. It comes with a Synthetic Monte Carlo stock, which is made from the super tough GriptoniteÂŽ material. Moreover, all the metalwork on the rifle is protected with a high-quality CerakoteÂŽ finish.
The stock has a matte black finish, with a gray grip and forearm inserts.
The Special Edition Vanguard rifles include the HUSH Edition and MeatEater Edition rifles. The HUSH edition has a Gray base Monte Carlo stock with black accent webbing. The grip and forearm are also textured, and the metal parts have a Graphite Black CerakoteÂŽ finish.
The MeatEater Edition is made in collaboration with MeatEater and features a Monte Carlo Pattern, Base black stock with green and gray accents. The metal components on this rifle have a Full Tungsten CerakoteÂŽ finish