![]() Weatherby moved operations from Paso Robles, California, to Sheridan, Wyoming, in 2019. The family-run firm is currently run by Adam Weatherby, the 3rd generation Weatherby at the helm. For many years, Weatherby shotguns were made in Japan or Italy. The action for Vanguard is made by Howa in Japan. When I consult the serial numbers on this website, I see the German Weatherby serial numbers start with a P and have 5 numbers. I recently purchased a 'German' Weatherby Mark V with a serial number starting with a P and 4 numbers after. The data in the table below was derived from data contained in that book. Approximate serial number ranges for the Japanese made Mark V Rifles NOTE: These serial numbers are very approximate, and cover the period 1972 through 1992, which is the year the book “Weatherby - The Man, The Gun, The Legend” was written by Gresham & Gresham. Chambered for various popular standard American cartridges from.22-50 to.300 Win. ![]() Vanguard (early production) This was Weatherby's Japanese-manufactured economy rifle. Starting with a Howa two-lug push-feed action, a number of Weatherby ® signature safety features were incorporated, including a fully shrouded bolt and three gas ports on the bolt body, both providing protection in the event of an ammunition failure. The serial number starts with VS And has 6 numbers after that like VS3907. I've looked at Weatherby's website but it's not specific enough. I can't figure out what year model it is. Hey everyone, just picked up this Weatherby Vanguard 30-06 on a trade.
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