Is there any difference between a Weatherby mV Action and a Weatherby vanguard action? Wanting to build a rifle on a Weatherby action.
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Weatherby Mark V Action vs Weatherby Vanguard action
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Originally posted by Darton View PostMark V is a 9 lug action built to withstand the pressures of Weatherby Magnum cartridges.
Vanguard is a 6 lug action that work within the confines of regular non Weatherby rounds.
Mark V is a true Weatherby while a Vangaurd is a regular rifle in Weatherby clothing!
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The Mark V action is what Roy Weatherby designed for his cartridges. As mentioned, it is a very sturdy 9-lug lockup with a recessed bolt face that encases the cartridge base inside 3 layers of steel. It has vents that direct any gas blowback that may occur away from the shooter's face. The bolt throw is only 45 degrees, as opposed to a full 90 degrees on a mauser action (most other rifles, including the Vanguard). Lots of differences.
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Originally posted by Darton View PostMark V is a 9 lug action built to withstand the pressures of Weatherby Magnum cartridges.
Vanguard is a 6 lug action that work within the confines of regular non Weatherby rounds.
Mark V is a true Weatherby while a Vangaurd is a regular rifle in Weatherby clothing!
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Originally posted by RR 314 View PostA world of difference. Mark V is far superior to the Vanguard.
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Thinking of old Roy used it as a marketing gimmick. His cartridges were on the cutting edge for having lots of power in their time when introduced. Is the action strong, yes but so are normal 2 lug designs. The MK 5 action does offer a shorter bolt throw over others. If they are so superior why hasn't the rest of the world jumped on the design?
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Originally posted by ultrastealth View PostThere are people who would argue with that. The Vangard action is generally considered superior for accuracy. The issue seems to be that, even though the Mark V has 9 lugs, it's very difficult to get all 9 lugs engaging evenly. Back in the 90's, I asked Kleigunther to build me a .300 weatherby on a Mark V action, and he declined, because he liked the two lug Sako actions.
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