Weatherby Mark V Deluxe 257 Weatherby Magnum Bolt Action Rifle, 26" Barrel 3+1 Magazine Capacity, AA Fancy Grade Claro Walnut Stock Md: MDXM257WR6O
Legendary status is earned, not given. Since 1958, the Mark V® has been earning its stripes with proven performance as "the world's strongest bolt action." From the classic beauty of the Mark V® Deluxe, the technologically advanced features of the Accumark®, to the custom feel of the Ultra Lightweight, there's a Mark V that will prove itself on your next hunt.
Features:
- New ergonomically designed "AA" fancy grade Claro walnut Monte Carlo stock with right side palm swell (French walnut on 460 Wby. Mag model)
- Fineline, diamond point checkering, rosewood forend and grip cap with maplewood spacers
- Blued metalwork in high lustre finish
- Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad
- Accubrake™ comes standard on 378, 416 and 460 Wby. Mag models
Specifications:
- Caliber: 257 Weatherby Magnum
- Barrel Length: 26 inchess (#2 contour)
- Magazine Capacity: 3+1
- Overall Length: 46-5/8 inches
- Rifling: 1-10"
- Length of Pull: 13.5 inches
- Drop at Comb: 7/8 inches
- Drop at Heel: 1-5/8 inches
- Monte Carlo: 3/8 inches
- Stock: AA Fancy Grade Claro Walnut
- Weight: 8 lbs
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 257 Weatherby Magnum was designed by Roy Weatherby in 1944, so is one of the original Weathery Magnum cartridges. It is based on the belted 300 H&H case shortened, blown out, and necked down. It is by some margin the fastest commercial 25-caliber cartridge, and Roy Weatherby often commented that it was his personal favorite. With an 87-grain bullet at 3825 feet per second, a 100-grain bullet at 3602, and a 120-grain bullet at 3305 it is one of the flattest-shooting of all commercial cartridges. With heavier bullets of tough construction it can be effectively used on elk-sized game, and it is an excellent choice for longer shots on deer, antelope, and mountain game. Despite its attributes it has never become extremely popular, with Weatherby remaining the primary source for both rifles and ammunition. Federal has also offered a 257 Weatherby Magnum load, and a few other rifles have been chambered to it. — Craig Boddington
