I bought a Vangaurd two seaons ago and have no complaints. Mine has the Monty, is blued and sythetic. 300 WIN and shoots very smooth and accurate with managable recoil. The Vangaurds will soot 1 inch groups out of the box.
I choose this rifle because it fit me right when shouldered and for the price a guy doesnt mind getting it dirty.
Great overall utility rifle