Weatherby Custom Mark V Deluxe 300 WBY mag 24″ Left Hand Bolt Action Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,125.00
LSB#: LSB260505KN009
Make: Weatherby Custom Shop, South Gate, CA; Made in Japan.
Model: Mark V Deluxe
Serial Number: H194190
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1972 – 1994 (“H” Serial Number Prefix) / Modern
Caliber: .300 Weatherby Magnum
Action Type: Left-Handed Bolt Action, Internal Magazine, Hinged Floorplate.
Markings: The right side of the barrel is marked “USE ONLY / WEATHERBY / .300W.M.”. The right side of the receiver is marked “Weatherby / SOUTH GATE CALIF. MADE IN JAPAN / MARK V / U.S. PATENT NO 3,013,355”. The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number “H194190”. The floorplate is factory engraved with floral engraving, and “WEATHERBY CUSTOM” in banner.
Barrel Length: 24″; 25 1/2″ with Radial Muzzle Brake. The muzzle brake is installed tightly, unable to verify thread pitch.
Sights / Optics: There are no provisions for iron sights. The top of the receiver is mounted with a West German Zeiss 3-9×36 scope, with a duplex reticle. The glass in the scope is clear. The scope shows light wear, with light scratches, dings, and light imperfections scattered throughout. Overall, the scope rates in Good condition. The scope is mounted to the receiver by a two-piece Conetrol brand scope base, and sits in 1″ rings. Included with the scope is the original Zeiss scope cover.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one-piece checkered walnut stock, with a capped semi-pistol grip, fluted monte carlo comb with cheekpiece, black rubber Weatherby buttpad, a tipped forend, and sling studs front and rear. The LOP measures 13 3/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock shows light wear, with scattered scratches, dings, scuffs, and compressions throughout. The stock’s finish is largely intact, and the wood grain is aesthetically pleasing. The checkering is mostly well defined, with a few dings in the checkering on the wrist. The stock fits tightly to the barreled action, with no play. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stock rates in Good to Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 80% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows thinning of the finish around the muzzle brake, very worn finish on the floorplate and bolt knob, along with small spots of minor thinning finish throughout the barrel. There are light scratches and dings scattered throughout all of the metal surfaces. The barrel shows minor surface corrosion starting to form towards the muzzle brake. The jeweling on the bolt and magazine follower is vivid and bright, with light operational wear on the bolt. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are lightly tooled, but all retain strong and serviceable slots. Overall, this rifle rates in Good to Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the safety. We did not fire this rifle, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with the scope and scope covers as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: Weatherby’s Mark V Deluxe has long represented the company’s flagship sporting rifle line, combining Weatherby’s strong multi-lug action, distinctive Monte Carlo styling, and high-velocity magnum chamberings. This left-handed Weatherby Custom Shop Mark V Deluxe is chambered in .300 Weatherby Magnum, one of Roy Weatherby’s signature cartridges, known for flat trajectory, high velocity, and strong performance on deer, elk, moose, and other large game at extended ranges. This example features a 24″ barrel, measuring 25 1/2″ with the radial muzzle brake installed, factory-engraved floorplate marked “Weatherby Custom,” checkered walnut stock with Weatherby styling, and a West German Zeiss 3-9×36 scope with clear glass in Conetrol mounts. The left-hand action, Custom Shop engraving, Japanese manufacture, Zeiss optic, and classic .300 Weatherby Magnum chambering should appeal to Weatherby collectors and left-handed hunters looking for a distinctive magnum sporting rifle.
This rifle rates in Good to Very Good overall condition, retaining about 80% of its original blued finish. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 10/10 in this writer’s opinion. The walnut stock rates in Good to Very Good condition, showing scattered scratches, dings, scuffs, and compressions, with attractive grain, mostly well-defined checkering, tight fit, and no chips or cracks. The metal shows thinning around the muzzle brake, heavy finish wear on the floorplate and bolt knob, small areas of thinning on the barrel, scattered scratches and dings, and minor surface corrosion beginning near the muzzle brake, while the bolt and magazine follower jeweling remain vivid and bright. The Zeiss scope rates in Good condition with clear glass and light exterior wear, and includes its original scope cover. The markings are clear and legible, the screw heads are lightly tooled but serviceable, and the action and safety function correctly. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition, and good luck on your bids! – J.D.