The Vanguard gets fitted with a quality, well-figured Monte Carlo wood stock with rosewood-accented fore-end, fine-line point checkering and semi-gloss finish. The barreled action is hand-bedded, and the stock's fore-end pressure point helps dampen barrel harmonics and enhance accuracy. The Vanguard Sporter is available in a variety of standard and magnum calibers, including the awesome .257 Wby. Mag. Weight: 8.0 pounds. $582. (805) 466-1767, www.weatherby.com