Weatherby Orion
Value-priced over/under offering exceptional quality at half the cost of comparable competitors.
History
The first Orion was built by SKB in Japan from 1982 to 2007, then briefly by Fausti in Italy from 2007 to 2011. Since 2016, ATA in Turkey has manufactured the current Orion for Weatherby. The Orion features a traditional boxlock design, forged steel receiver, chrome-lined bores, and Grade A walnut stock. Available in Field (Orion I), Matte Blue, Sporting, and Side-by-Side configurations. The Sporting model includes a four-way adjustable comb, 30" ported barrels, and fiber optic bead. Despite pricing under $1,100, the Orion is Beretta 686-inspired and delivers reliability suitable for trap, hunting, or clays. Weatherby's five-year limited warranty provides peace of mind.
Did You Know?
- Originally built by SKB Japan (1982-2007)
- Beretta 686-inspired action
- Five-year limited warranty
- Often found under $800 at retailers
Specifications
Models in This Series
Shotguns in the Orion series
Orion I
Standard field model with Grade A walnut, brass bead, and automatic ejectors.
Orion Matte Blue
Matte finished metalwork and walnut for hunting in harsh conditions.
Orion Sporting
Competition model with adjustable comb, 30" ported barrels, and fiber optic bead.
Orion SxS
Classic side-by-side with English stock, double triggers, and 28" barrels.