I picked up a Vanguard S2 last year in 243 Winchester. The gun is going to be my deer and preditor rig, in other words just a hunting rifle. Prior to buying I looked at Ruger, Remington, Winchester and Weatherby. The most impressive of those rifles was the Winchester in my opinion but it also had the largest price tag. I decided on the Weatherby mostly due to trigger pull and price and I am very happy I did, the gun shoots awesome. I have shot two 1/4" groups with it while working up reloads which for me is the best I have ever done. I don't think you'd be unhappy with either rifle but if money is an issue I'm sure you'll find the Weatherby more than satisfactory.