The Weatherby Orion 1 is a traditional over/under shotgun designed for field use and sporting clays. This configuration is chambered for 12 gauge with a 3-inch chamber and a ventilated 28-inch barrel. It pairs a Grade A walnut field stock with a blued steel receiver and a Prince of Wales grip for a classic, functional feel. A set of internal choke tubes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder) and automatic ejectors are included to support a range of shots and quick follow-up reloads.
Key Specifications
- The action is an Over/Under configuration for a traditional double-gun setup.
- The gauge is 12 Gauge, suitable for a wide variety of field and clay targets.
- The barrel measures 28 inches and includes a ventilated top rib.
- The chamber accepts 3-inch shells to accommodate magnum loads where permitted.
- The capacity is 2 rounds (two-shot, break-open design).
- The stock is finished in Grade A walnut with a Prince of Wales grip and 22 LPI checkering.
- The metal finish is Gloss Blued steel and the receiver is steel construction.
- The set includes internal choke tubes: Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder.
- The shotgun weighs approximately 7 lb for balanced handling in the field.
- Sighting is a fixed brass bead front and a ventilated rib for target acquisition.
Built with a low-profile receiver and traditional boxlock action, the Orion 1 balances classic lines with practical features like a tang safety, single selective trigger and chrome-lined bores for easier maintenance. Its combination of walnut furniture, reliable ejectors and included choke set makes it a versatile choice for upland hunting, waterfowl seasons where legal, and time on the sporting clays course.
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