From upland birds to waterfowl, to fast-moving clays, Weatherby's Orion over/under handles them all with exceptional double gun performance. It features a traditional boxlock design, forged steel receiver and rich grade "A" walnut stock. A rock-solid, beautiful shotgun that delivers that exceptional balance and effortless swing through. The Orion I provides the hunter with a smooth swing, whether the need is claiming birds or shattering clays. The low profile receiver creates a natural shouldering of the shotgun allowing the shooter to acquire the target faster. The automatic ejectors throws empty shells clear and with the combined vent-rib with single brass bead front sight a shooter can quickly reload and be back on target in a moment.
Brand Weatherby
Category Shotguns
Model Orion I
Gauge 20 Gauge
Stock Finish Walnut
Action Break Open
Barrel Length Range 26" to 26.99"
Sights Brass Bead Front
Capacity 2rd
Chamber 3"
Size Full Size
Application Field
Chokes Included F,M,IC
Drop 1 1 / 2" @ Comb & 2 1 / 2" @ Heel
Hand Right
Length of Pull 14.50"
Max Capacity 2
Receiver Finish Blued
Receiver Material Steel
Safety Ambidextrous Top Tang
Stock Description Fixed with Prince of Whales Grip
Stock Finish Group Brown / Tan
Stock Material Wood
Weight 6.20 lbs
Barrel Description Vent Rib
Barrel Finish Blued
Barrel Length 26"
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
The 20-gauge follows the 12-gauge as America's second-most popular shotgun gauge. And, with modern shotshells, continues to gain ground. The 20-gauge has a bore diameter of .615-inch, with modern shells in either 2 3/4 "standard" or 3-inch "magnum" length. Most modern shotguns are chambered to handle both. Payloads vary from light-recoiling 5/8-ounce loads all the way to heavy turkey loads carrying 1 5/16 ounces of shot. Standard 2 3/4" loads for targets and upland birds are normally 7/8 or one ounce. At its very best the 20-gauge does not have the capability of a 12-gauge...but with modern shot, wad columns, and chokes it doesn't give up much, and it can be built into a much lighter shotgun developing less recoil. Virtually all manufacturers offer 20-gauge guns, and they are available in all action types and for virtually all shotgunning sports. The 20-gauge joins the 12, 28, and .410 as one of four events in skeet competition, and is becoming increasingly popular for sporting clays. — Craig Boddington
