Weatherby Vanguard VGL Lightweight Carbine .270 Win, 20-inch, Japan-Made, Green Synthetic, Leupold Base
This Weatherby Vanguard VGL Lightweight Carbine is a Japan-made .270 Win bolt-action with a 20-inch light sporter barrel and an internal 3+1 magazine. The VGL variant was discontinued by 1988, and this example features a green textured synthetic Monte Carlo stock, a recessed-crown barrel, and a Leupold one-piece scope base installed on the drilled-and-tapped receiver.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are visible marks from previous handling and use on exterior surfaces. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view.
What’s Included
- Weatherby Vanguard VGL Lightweight Carbine rifle in .270 Win
- Leupold one-piece scope base (installed)
The VGL Lightweight Carbine pairs a compact 20-inch barrel with a light sporter profile and recessed crown, delivering a handy field length while maintaining Weatherby’s Vanguard action. The barrel is correctly marked "USE ONLY .270 WIN." and remains unthreaded, with no iron sights.
The receiver is factory drilled and tapped and fitted with a Leupold one-piece scope base, providing a solid foundation for the optic of your choice. Receiver markings include "PAT. PEND." and "VANGUARD."
Its green textured synthetic Monte Carlo stock features a right-hand cheekpiece for a consistent cheek weld, along with sling swivel studs and a black recoil pad with a spacer line. Length of pull measures 13.5 inches.
This full-size, bolt-action .270 Win uses an internal 3+1 magazine and a two-position safety. Made in Japan and stamped "MADE IN JAPAN," it represents the discontinued VGL configuration, which adds context and appeal for Weatherby enthusiasts.