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jmr40 · February 23, 2011, 01:35 PM

I'd have forgotten my password after 6 years.

I like the Howa rifles. The Weatherby Vanguard is built using the same action, but with slightly different safety's, bolts, barrels, and triggers. I actually prefer the Howa 3 position safety to the Vanguard 2 position. They are usually very accurate.

My only complaint is that they along with the Vanguard are the heaviest production actions commonly available and make for a heavy rifle. If you want a lightweight there are better options. If weight is not a concern they are excellent choices.

February 23, 2011, 01:35 PM	#9
jmr40 Senior Member Join Date: June 15, 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 10,808	I'd have forgotten my password after 6 years. I like the Howa rifles. The Weatherby Vanguard is built using the same action, but with slightly different safety's, bolts, barrels, and triggers. I actually prefer the Howa 3 position safety to the Vanguard 2 position. They are usually very accurate. My only complaint is that they along with the Vanguard are the heaviest production actions commonly available and make for a heavy rifle. If you want a lightweight there are better options. If weight is not a concern they are excellent choices.