Cartridges are loaded into the magazine through the top of the receiver. It is a push feed action with an open top receiver that provides a generous loading/ejection port. The cartridge rim is encased by the famous Weatherby "three rings of steel." These are the recessed bolt face, the barrel and the front receiver ring. The Mark V action is the strongest in the industry.
"The New Mark V rifles all come with our SUB-MOA accuracy guarantee. Adjustable down to 2.5 pounds, the new LXX trigger will amaze you with every single round fired." A new, wider trigger face increases trigger-to-finger contact, all for a more consistent and comfortable pull. The engagement surfaces are precision ground and polished. "The Mark V trigger has always been outstanding and now we've made it even better with the introduction of the LXX trigger. The lighter weight results in increased comfort, control, quicker to the shoulder mounting and faster target acquisition." The grip diameter has been reduced, a slight right-hand palm swell has been added and overall weight reduced. The New Mark V stocks have been ergonomically enhanced with a slimmer forearm and sharper, more distinctive lines and contours. "The new Mark V Features the first significant refinements of this classic rifle since its original introduction in 1958. Here is what Weatherby says about their revisions to the new Mark V line: (Yes, our demographics show that we have a better educated and more discerning readership!) Having previously reviewed Mark V Deluxe (AA grade Claro walnut stock) and Mark V AccuMark (composite stock) models, for this review we requested a Mark V Sporter in.
Naturally, as one of the few major firearms publications that predominately features fine firearms, we requested a new, upgraded Mark V for a Guns and Shooting Online review. Now, for 2018, Weatherby has made some significant changes to their flagship Mark V rifle line. (Something we have never found to be a problem.) However, the Sporter was still a very nice looking hunting rifle with all the traditional Mark V functional advantages and one of its own, theoretically being less reflective than a Mark V Deluxe in bright sunlight. Some years ago, Weatherby introduced their Sporter model, a less expensive take on the walnut stocked Mark V Deluxe with a slightly lower grade of walnut, no maple line spacers, semi-gloss stock finish and matte blued metal finish. Even so, the Mark V action and the famous Weatherby stock design has remained a constant. Of course, over the years they have added models with composite stocks and some metal finishes other than the traditional, mirror polished, Weatherby luster blue. Weatherby does not often mess with their successful Mark V rifles. Rifle with Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm Riflescope 2018 Weatherby Mark V Sporter Rifle with Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm RiflescopeĢ018 Weatherby Mark V Sporter.