Ive had occasion to fire a few of each brand, and bang for the buck either one of 'em is strong as new rope within their respective categories/classes. You can't go wrong either way. But to say they are one in the same is like saying an M3 is just another 3-series BMW (hopefully some of you are car people and get that analogy lol) If the wood is your primary concern in the deal, goes without saying the Vanguard Dlx or Sporter SS would be a big step up. As well, I love the accuracy guarantee of the Sub-MOA. Ive fired 3 of those, a 7mm Mag, a 300 Win Mag and a 22-250 Varmint and all three were MORE than within that accuracy spec with factory ammo.