I have an Ithaca LSA65 which I bought in 1975, it is made by Tikka, I also have 3 Savage rifles, which are American made, and they will all out shoot the Tikka. The Tikka does feel better, and has a slicker bolt. It's also the most effective rifle I've ever touched for running game, almost like it has radar. I have no experience with the Vanguard, so no comment on it.