Forums46
Topics545,694
Posts9,825,282
Members87,647
|
Most Online25,604 Feb 12th, 2024
|
|
|
Weatherby experts ???
#7854871
05/29/20 06:37 PM
|
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193
Buzzsaw
OP
THF Celebrity
|
OP
THF Celebrity
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193 |
looking for exceptional wood.
which Mark V is the prefered gun to own? Do any shoot better than others? re; japan california sheridan wyoming
SPACE FOR RENT
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7854913
05/29/20 07:18 PM
|
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 3,271
pertnear
"Demolition Man"
|
"Demolition Man"
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 3,271 |
I've never seen one in person, but there was a Weatherby run with mesquite wood stocks. The stocks looked phenomenal! I heard they stopped because solid mesquite blanks were hard to find & the router bits wore out too quick. Some Pics Here
Last edited by pertnear; 05/29/20 07:31 PM.
"I haven't shot a 1,000 deer, but I've sat around a 1,000 Texas camp fires. I'm a happy man." - pertnear
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7854918
05/29/20 07:28 PM
|
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 61,936
BOBO the Clown
kind of a big deal
|
kind of a big deal
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 61,936 |
More modern the equipment the better they typically shoot.
Call Thompson Longrange, sure they can get you a shooter all set up
Bottom line, never trust a man whose uncle was eaten by cannibals.-Sen Joni Ernst
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7855119
05/29/20 11:21 PM
|
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 32,982
txtrophy85
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 32,982 |
the older Japan Models had some beautiful wood. IMO, and this goes for all manufactures', is that you don't get the same quality of wood as you did years ago.
accuracy wise the newer ones are more accurate across the board
For it is not the quarry that we truly seek, but the adventure.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: txtrophy85]
#7855165
05/30/20 12:10 AM
|
Joined: Jun 2015
Posts: 5,383
scottfromdallas
THF Trophy Hunter
|
THF Trophy Hunter
Joined: Jun 2015
Posts: 5,383 |
the older Japan Models had some beautiful wood. IMO, and this goes for all manufactures', is that you don't get the same quality of wood as you did years ago.
accuracy wise the newer ones are more accurate across the board I've seen that with Kimber and Sako. Wood used to be gorgeous, now pretty plain.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7855509
05/30/20 01:11 PM
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080
HWY_MAN
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080 |
looking for exceptional wood.
which Mark V is the prefered gun to own? Do any shoot better than others? re; japan california sheridan wyoming For that you need to look for Japan, allot of the wood they were getting then was some of the best you could find, hard to find wood of that quality anymore. They are not as accurate as the Weatherby's manufactured today and a person shouldn't expect them to be. Allot of technology has changed since those day.With that said I've yet to see an old one not shoot at least an inch with a good shooter and factory Weatherby ammo. Saved your first question for last. If you can find an old Weatherby look for the Euro models with a high grade stock, those are the best felling models out there, others are nice also but the do have a different feel. Caliber's? I have to go with the 257, that was Roy's favorite caliber if you can't find that (Don't be surprised if you can't) look for the 300. They're hard to find for a reason and if you do find one get ready to dig deep. You'll never regret it.
Yes! A Weatherby does kill them deader.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7855513
05/30/20 01:17 PM
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080
HWY_MAN
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080 |
Just as a warning! This one will set you back about 7 grand.
Yes! A Weatherby does kill them deader.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7855526
05/30/20 01:29 PM
|
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 3,679
DStroud
Extreme Tracker
|
Extreme Tracker
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 3,679 |
"Anyone taking up handloading necessarily plays with unknown factors and takes chances. But so does anyone who drives a car,goes to a cocktail party,eats in a restaurant,or gets married."
Jack O'Connor 1963
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7855530
05/30/20 01:34 PM
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080
HWY_MAN
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080 |
Just one more thing!
These are the kind of rifles you buy and you don't shoot and you don't get rid of, unless you're willing to make that kind of a commitment I'd buy a new model.The new model is far more accurate you can still get descent wood and they like all Weathery's hold their value well. Hang on to it long enough and you'll make money.
Yes! A Weatherby does kill them deader.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: HWY_MAN]
#7855541
05/30/20 01:55 PM
|
Joined: Jun 2015
Posts: 5,383
scottfromdallas
THF Trophy Hunter
|
THF Trophy Hunter
Joined: Jun 2015
Posts: 5,383 |
Just one more thing!
These are the kind of rifles you buy and you don't shoot and you don't get rid of, unless you're willing to make that kind of a commitment I'd buy a new model.The new model is far more accurate you can still get descent wood and they like all Weathery's hold their value well. Hang on to it long enough and you'll make money. You mean more than a year?
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7855692
05/30/20 04:41 PM
|
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193
Buzzsaw
OP
THF Celebrity
|
OP
THF Celebrity
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193 |
I love the brand new ones coming from Sheridan, WY. expensive
Need to stay well under $2000, Jap models looking good.
SPACE FOR RENT
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7855701
05/30/20 04:49 PM
|
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 20,770
cbump
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 20,770 |
I like the lazermark.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7855703
05/30/20 04:53 PM
|
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 21,393
Bullfrog
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 21,393 |
Cbump, freakin WOW that’s beautiful!
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7855738
05/30/20 05:49 PM
|
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 20,770
cbump
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 20,770 |
I’m poor though so I’m going to get the Lazerguard. Lol
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: cbump]
#7856116
05/31/20 02:00 AM
|
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193
Buzzsaw
OP
THF Celebrity
|
OP
THF Celebrity
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193 |
I like the lazermark. That's the wood I'm looking for but not a fan of the "laser grips". Little busy for my old tastes
SPACE FOR RENT
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7856163
05/31/20 02:59 AM
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080
HWY_MAN
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080 |
That's the wood I'm looking for but not a fan of the "laser grips". Little busy for my old tastes Take a look at the Mark V Wyoming Commemorative. Damn nice rifle. That will be worth some money in the future.
Yes! A Weatherby does kill them deader.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7856218
05/31/20 05:14 AM
|
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 4,431
jeffbird
Extreme Tracker
|
Extreme Tracker
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 4,431 |
Look for the now discontinued Euro model Buzz.
They typically had very nice wood with a nice oil finish.
They were only made for a few years and in low numbers.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7857184
06/01/20 11:07 AM
|
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 26,708
JCB
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 26,708 |
looking for exceptional wood.
which Mark V is the prefered gun to own? Do any shoot better than others? re; japan california sheridan wyoming Well none of the above. The most sought after ones are the West German models. I have played with a few and once you handle one you will know why they are so sought after. The profile of the stock feels much better than the newer ones. More of a slim feel and less bulk. Not to mention overall quality is second to none in the Mark V's they produced there.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7857617
06/01/20 06:34 PM
|
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 26,708
JCB
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 26,708 |
Also don’t overlook the Colt Sauer. They are a step up from the Mark V and one of the finest factory bolt rifles ever made.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7857648
06/01/20 07:03 PM
|
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193
Buzzsaw
OP
THF Celebrity
|
OP
THF Celebrity
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193 |
working with a dealer in Louisiana. He's going to show me a few he has in stock.
Good to know about the German made guns. I have seen a few in my search
SPACE FOR RENT
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7857659
06/01/20 07:16 PM
|
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193
Buzzsaw
OP
THF Celebrity
|
OP
THF Celebrity
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193 |
working with a dealer in Louisiana. He's going to show me a few he has in stock.
Good to know about the German made guns. I have seen a few in my search
SPACE FOR RENT
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: HWY_MAN]
#7857670
06/01/20 07:27 PM
|
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,609
fishdfly
Pro Tracker
|
Pro Tracker
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,609 |
Just as a warning! This one will set you back about 7 grand. Interesting on the value. I have a MARK V made in South Gate, Calif., Serial No. is in the 15XXX range. I inherited the rifle and best I can remember it was made somewhere prior to 1965. , it's a .270 Mag. The checkering on it is similar without the diamond. The checking is oak leaves with acorns. Any idea of a value? I maybe be low on what I marked down for my records.
Last edited by fishdfly; 06/01/20 07:30 PM.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7857704
06/01/20 08:05 PM
|
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193
Buzzsaw
OP
THF Celebrity
|
OP
THF Celebrity
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 36,193 |
Besides the .300 WM
isnt the .257 Weatherby Magnum considered their baby? .25-06 jacked up a bit??
SPACE FOR RENT
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: Buzzsaw]
#7857722
06/01/20 08:21 PM
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080
HWY_MAN
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,080 |
Besides the .300 WM
isnt the .257 Weatherby Magnum considered their baby? .25-06 jacked up a bit?? 400 fps is more than a bit.. Yep the 257 was Roy's favorite.
Yes! A Weatherby does kill them deader.
|
|
|
Re: Weatherby experts ???
[Re: HWY_MAN]
#7857888
06/01/20 11:15 PM
|
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 32,982
txtrophy85
THF Celebrity
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 32,982 |
Besides the .300 WM
isnt the .257 Weatherby Magnum considered their baby? .25-06 jacked up a bit?? 400 fps is more than a bit.. Yep the 257 was Roy's favorite. Magnum performance without the recoil. It’s loud as hell but really isn’t bad on the shoulder....about like a .270 win. Compared to the .300 wby it’s really shootable
For it is not the quarry that we truly seek, but the adventure.
|
|
|
Moderated by bigbob_ftw, CCBIRDDOGMAN, Chickenman, Derek, DeRico, Duck_Hunter, hetman, jeh7mmmag, JustWingem, kmon11, kry226, kwrhuntinglab, Payne, pertnear, rifleman, sig226fan (Rguns.com), Superduty, TreeBass, txcornhusker
|