Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 Badlands .308 Win, 24 in Barrel, Bronze Cerakote, Japan-Made, Sub-MOA Guarantee
This Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 Badlands in .308 Win pairs a 24-inch cold hammer-forged sporter barrel with a bronze Cerakote finish and a rugged synthetic stock in Badlands Approach camouflage. It carries Weatherby’s Sub-MOA (0.99 inch) 3-shot accuracy guarantee with specified ammunition and features a two-stage, user-adjustable trigger and a three-position safety. Made in Japan and outfitted with installed 1-inch direct-attach ringmounts and a padded sling; no separate bases are included. This rifle is set up for practical field use with dependable performance.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Shows minimal handling marks from previous use. See photos for detailed views of the exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- 1-inch direct-attach ringmounts installed
- No separate bases included
- Padded two-tone rifle sling with quick-detach swivels, attached
The 24-inch cold hammer-forged sporter barrel with a 1:10 twist is designed for consistent .308 Win performance. Weatherby’s Sub-MOA (0.99 inch) 3-shot accuracy guarantee with specified ammunition underscores the rifle’s precision potential.
The Vanguard Series 2 action uses a right-hand bolt with a shroud-mounted, three-position safety for secure and intuitive operation. A two-stage, user-adjustable trigger supports a clean break, and the internal box magazine with a hinged floorplate offers a 4+1 capacity.
Metal surfaces wear a bronze Cerakote finish for added protection and a distinctive look. The synthetic stock in Badlands Approach camouflage features a Monte Carlo comb, rubber recoil pad, and sling studs for practical carry and comfortable shooting.
The receiver is drilled and tapped and currently fitted with 1-inch direct-attach ringmounts, ready for the buyer’s chosen optic. No separate bases are included. The rifle is configured without iron sights, providing a clean top profile. Length of pull measures 13.5 inches.
Manufactured in Japan, this rifle is marked "MADE IN JAPAN" and reflects the build quality associated with that origin. It balances a durable finish, proven action, and field-ready stock in a versatile .308 Winchester platform.