2007 Firearms Ammunition Accessories

22007007 FIRREAEARRMMS AMMMMUNNIITIIOON ACCEESSSSORIES THE HISTORY upon that philosophy, he spent the next and French Brevex Magnum OF WEATHERBY decade developing the high-powered Mauser actions. However in 1957, began in the mid-1940s when a young Weatherby® Magnum cartridges for Roy would again catch the 2007 MARKS THE 50TH cartridge “wildcatter” named Roy which the company is known today attention of the shooting and NOTHING SHOOTS FLATTER, “We are extremely proud of HITS HARDER OR IS MORE ACCURATE. ANNIVERSARY OF THE Weatherby set out to change the world (.224, .240, .257, .270, 7mm, .300, hunting world with a proprietary the continuing educational efforts WEATHERBY HUNTING of firearm performance. Contrary to .30-378, .340, .338-378, .375, .378, action that is today recognized MIKE BREYMAN – CALIFORNIA Introduction ...................................................2 of the Foundation...” AND CONSERVATION AWARD, then-popular thinking (heavy bullets .416 and .460). Throughout that period, around the world as the Mark V®. The History of Weatherby .............................3 presented annually by the Weatherby Foundation International (formerly pushed at slow speeds), Roy believed Roy began producing rifles designed Weatherby Foundation International ............3 the Roy E. Weatherby Foundation). We are extremely proud of the that lightweight bullets traveling at specifically to accommodate his hyper ROY WEATHERBY congratulates his son, ® continuing educational efforts of the Foundation to promote the benefits super high speeds provided the best velocity ammunition. At that time, he Mark XXII Rifles .........................................4 Ed Weatherby on taking his first lion on SEND US YOUR FAVORITE photo ED WEATHERBY with your Weatherby®! If you have ® of ethical sport hunting among the non-hunting public. combination for one-shot kills. Based was producing his rifles on FN Mauser safari in Mozambique. 1970. Vanguard Performance .............................6 a photo of yourself, or a member of Vanguard Rifles ...........................................8 your family with a Weatherby rifle or shotgun, we’d love to see it. Send Vanguard Youth/Compact and Package .....10 MANY OF THE WORLD’S BIGGEST a photo print (or high resolution CELEBRITIES recognized the superior digital file) and a few words about Vanguard Traditional Wood .........................12 ® performance and unique styling of your hunt, and we may use it in a Weatherby rifles and shotguns. As the future Weatherby catalog or on the Vanguard SUB-MOA/Varmint .....................14 legend grew, so too did its presence among Weatherby web site. Sorry, photos many of these high profile, public figures. cannot be returned. Vanguard Custom Rifles ............................16 WEATTHHERBY Mark V® Performance ................................18 Of particular note is the growing success of their Outdoor Exposition Mark V Ultra Lightweight / The foundation for the Mark V The Weatherby lineage continued in Accumark® / SVM ........................................20 series, to date reaching nearly 1 million people with 78 events in 19 states. was the need for a stronger, 1986 when Roy’s son, Ed Weatherby, ® Nearly 40% of our country’s geography has benefited from the good—and safer action, able to withstand assumed the leadership mantle of Mark V Synthetic/ Fibermark /SVR ..............22 Formerly known as the Roy E. vitally important—work of the Foundation. For more information on tremendous pressure, and the the company. Under Ed’s guidance, Weatherby Foundation, the mission of Mark V Traditional Wood .............................24 Weatherby Foundation International, visit www.weatherby-foundation.org possibility of blown primers the company has seen growth the non-profit, tax-exempt Foundation Mark V CFP .................................................26 is to educate the non-hunting public And speaking of “foundations,” we are also pleased to introduce our and ruptured case heads and expansion both in Mark V on the beneficial role of ethical sport hunting and its contributions to Mark V Custom Rifles .................................28 ® and Vanguard rifle offerings, as new Mark XXII rifle. For many of us, the .22 was our introduction into (due to the unpredictability of wildlife conservation. Active in its Rifle Specifications .....................................30 the shooting sports—taking instruction from Dad or Grandpa, plinking early handloaded and wildcat well as a full line of Over/Under, mission, the Foundation currently Side-by-Side and Semi-Automatic leads a national initiative to foster the Authorized Service Centers ........................30 with friends, or honing your shooting eye on targets at the range or on cartridges). After nearly a half development of educational outdoor shotguns, and shooting and expositions, sponsoring 78 events Ballistics Specifications .............................33 small game. Our new Mark XXII (pages 4-5) is a testament to that heritage, century of proven performance, the to date in 19 states, with combined Mark V continues to be known as hunting accessories. Ammunition .................................................34 as well as a shining example of Weatherby style and performance. And, attendance figures of nearly 1 million it comes with a factory-shot target as your assurance of guaranteed “the world’s strongest bolt action.” The innovation and pacesetting people. The Foundation also annually Side-By-Side Shotgun Performance .........38 performance associated with the sponsors the Weatherby Hunting and accuracy. As you might expect, we’re very excited about the new Mark In 1970, Roy once again showed Conservation Award (2007 marks the Side-By-Side Shotguns..............................40 XXII and we hope you will be, too. You can learn more about it and all our his entrepreneurial spirit when Weatherby name spans more than 50th presentation of the Award), 60 years. Yet, while our place in For more information, write P.O. Semi-Automatic Shotgun Performance .....42 products at www.weatherby.com he introduced the Weatherby Box 1027, Turlock, CA 95381-1027; ® history is firmly established, it is (209) 634-4400; FAX (209) 634-5454; Semi-Automatic Shotguns .........................44 We hope you enjoy your time with our 2007 catalog. And from everyone Vanguard action, borrowing the prospects for the future that www.weatherby-foundation.org Over/Under Shotgun Performance .............48 here at Weatherby, thank you for your continued support. God Bless and many of the characteristics and shine brightest of all. Athena® Shotguns ......................................50 good shooting, design elements of the Mark V, but based on a dual-opposed lug Orion® Shotguns .........................................52 Mauser-style action. Over the Accessories ................................................54 years, the Vanguard has steadily Weatherby Collectors Association ..............55 gained in popularity for its superior ROY WEATHERBY was famous for demonstrating JIMMIE C. ROSENBRUCH - 2006 History of Your Rifle ....................................55 performance, guaranteed the power of his magnum cartridges in dramatic fashion. Here he examines the results of shooting Collectibles..................................................56 accuracy and exceptional value. a tree with a .300 Weatherby Magnum. 3 OUR NEW MARK XXII was developed MARK XXII MARK XXII® {MSRP $899*.22 LR/MSRP $949*.17 HMR} with the discriminating shooter in mind, combining celebrated .22 LR DXT22LR30 design, superior performance and unmatched fit and finish. Akin .17 HMR DXT17HMR30 “Wow! I haven’t had this much fun shooting a .22 to our legendary Mark V® Deluxe, the Mark XXII is as much fun since I was a kid. The Mark XXII is the real deal.” to shoot as it is to look at—offering guaranteed accuracy with a factory-shot target in every box. Our signature raised comb Monte Carlo wood stock is perfectly matched with a smooth, non- LEGENDARY STOCK DESIGN – A true Weatherby, the Mark XXII® features our legendary raised binding bolt action. Exceptional wood-to-metal fit, near custom comb Monte Carlo stock design with raised cheekpiece, maplewood spacers and rosewood forend and grip cap. Beauty and function come together as the stock design naturally allows for faster embellishments and attention to detail. On small game, or at the BRAD PASKEY {MINNESOTA} eye-to-scope alignment and target acquisition, enhancing shooter comfort and accuracy. Features range, the Mark XXII makes its mark with distinction in every way. rubber rifle pad to promote firm shoulder contact with the rifle. UNIQUE BOLT DESIGN features special cam cocking mechanism with target type GUARANTEED ACCURACY – Each Mark XXII SCOPE MOUNTING OPTIONS – Offers both a dovetail mounting option with 11mm dovetail receiver bolt handle. Precision CNC machining assures smooth, non-binding rifle comes with a factory-shot target in every rail, as well as drilled and tapped for ring and base scope mounts. Dovetail system fits popular mounts ® action, cycle after cycle. Bolt is easily removed and breaks box—your assurance of guaranteed accuracy from Bushnell, Leupold, Redfield, Simmons, Talley, Warne and Weaver. down into three pieces for ease of cleaning and oiling. and superior performance at the range or in the field. RECESSED BOLT FACE – Specially designed, recessed bolt face surrounds the cartridge head for MAARRK X XII complete support. Cartridge guide and claw extractor assures positive cartridge feeding

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