What’s not to love about a good side-by-side shotgun? Earlier this year, Weatherby zeroed in on that sentiment with its latest offering in this category, the Orion SxS (below). The model offered classic styling and delivered smooth bird and clay sporting operation. Due to the popularity of the SxS, Weatherby is adding its first 410 bore option in decades to the line.
Weatherby Adds Its First 410 Bore in Decades to the Orion SxS Lineup
Scaled down from the 20-gauge model, this new option features a true 410 receiver. Like the 12- and 20-gauge models, the 410 accepts shells up to 3-inches. Likewise, the extractors ensure that you have full control over where your spent shells end up. So, you can put them in your pocket and not all over the landscape.
Staying true to the Orion SxS line, the 410 features an oil-rubbed, grade “A” straight English stock with stipling at the grip. Likewise, the slim splinter forend includes stipling for positive engagement while firing. The 28-inch barrel handles today’s modern shot selection and utilizes the Yildiz choke system. Correspondingly, the 410 includes five extended chokes (SK, IC, Mod, IM, Full).
For its first 410 in decades, the Orion SxS 410 Bore promises to be an excellent addition for uplanders, small game hunters, and small-bore enthusiasts.
To learn more about the other models in the Orion SxS line, please see below.
On August 30, 2023, Tactical Life reported:
Featuring classical styling, the Weatherby Orion SxS side-by-side shotgun is the company’s latest bird and clay companion. The break-action shotgun features a straight English oil-rubbed grade “A” stock and splinter forend. Additionally, the 28-inch barrel, in either 12- or 20-gauge, swings smoothly and predictably for chasing birds or clay.
The Weatherby Orion SxS Side-by-Side Shotgun
Channeling classic side-by-side styling, the Orion SxS builds on a matte blue receiver. Coupled with the receiver is the beautiful oil-rubbed grade “A” walnut straight English stock with a slim splinter forend. As a result, the shotgun not only maintains an appealing aesthetic but allows for natural pointing and easy transition between the two triggers.
Rounds are delivered on target via the mechanical double trigger. Correspondingly, the front trigger fires the right barrel, and the rear trigger fires the left barrel. Additionally, the triggers are housed within a long tang trigger guard that adds to the aesthetics while providing strength and additional stability to the wrist of the stock.
Featuring a 28-inch side-by-side barrel, the Orion SxS is designed to handle modern steel shot loads in either 12- or 20-gauge. The shotgun utilizes the Yildiz choke system and includes five extended chokes (SK, IC, Mod, IM, Full). Additionally, the extractors provide full control of where your empty shells end up.
Running the length of the barrels is the swamped rib with a slight U dip at the breech. Correspondingly, the dip couples with a brass bead sight at the end of the rib for a clear sight picture. Finally, an ambidextrous tang safety delivers ergonomic operation for right- and left-handed shooters.
Availability
The Weatherby Orion SxS side-by-side Shotgun is available now with an MSRP of $1,099.00. For more info, please visit Weatherby.com.
Weatherby Orion SxS Shotgun Specs
Caliber: 12-gauge or 20-gauge
Weight: 7.3 pounds (12-gauge), 6.7 pounds (20-gauge)
Overall Length: 46 inches
Barrel Length: 28 inches
Chamber: 3 inches
Choke: Yildiz IM, IC, M, F, SK
Length of Pull: 13.75-14.75 inches
Drop Comb: 1.5 inches
Drop Heel: 2.25 inches (12-gauge), 2.375 inches (20-gauge)
Sights: Brass bead
MSRP: $1,099.00
