The Weatherby 18i series of semi-automatic shotguns are designed for hunters and shooters that require performance in the toughest conditions. All Weatherby 18i shotguns are built on a field proven inertia recoil system which provides reliable cycling and an evenly-weighted gun. Available in a 3″ chamber that allows the 18i series to be more efficient at cycling lighter target and small game loads.
FINISH
Stock – Matte finish walnut
Receiver / Barrel / Top Rib – Nickel with custom LaserTech engraved receiver
CHOKES
Cylinder, Improved Cylinder, Modified, Improved, Full Choke Tube Guide
The 18i Limited is a high-end Weatherby shotgun, including a hand polished receiver with custom engraving done by Italian artist Bottega Incisioni di Cesare Giovanelli. The engraving features real 24-karat gold inlays and accents, bringing amazing craftsmanship to the Weatherby lineup. With an exhibition grade walnut stock that is unique to each and every shotgun, the walnut is sure to catch your eye. Built on Weatherby’s proven inertia recoil reloading system and set up on the crio plus choke system, the 18i lineup of shotguns are endurance, tested and field proven by Weatherby. Crafted by some of the best Italian gunmakers in the world, this design is available in limited quantities. Available in both 12ga and 20ga.
FINISH
Stock – Exhibition Walnut
Receiver – Hand Polished Brushed Nickel with custom engraving and 24K gold inlays
Barrel / Top Rib – High Gloss Finish
CHOKES
Crio Plus Chokes in Cylinder, Improved Cylinder, Modified, Improved, Full, choke key, carrying case Choke Tube Guide
The Weatherby 18i series of semi-automatic shotguns are designed for hunters and shooters that require performance in the toughest conditions. All Weatherby 18i shotguns are built on a field proven inertia recoil system which provides reliable cycling and an evenly-weighted gun. Available in a 3″ chamber that allows the 18i series to be more efficient at cycling lighter target and small game loads. Or upgrade to a supermag with 3.5” chamber for handling the largest magnum loads on the market
The Weatherby 18i series of semi-automatic shotguns are designed for hunters and shooters that require performance in the toughest conditions. All Weatherby 18i shotguns are built on a field proven inertia recoil system which provides reliable cycling and an evenly-weighted gun. Available in a 3″ chamber that allows the 18i series to be more efficient at cycling lighter target and small game loads. Or upgrade to a supermag with 3.5” chamber for handling the largest magnum loads on the market
For traditional upland gunners and waterfowlers who like the look of matte walnut and blue steel. Inertia-operated for smooth operation and excellent handling.
We saw this historic move to the Cowboy State as an opportunity to make a limited rifle set that would showcase the Weatherby quality and craftsmanship while boasting our new location at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains in beautiful Sheridan, Wyoming.
The Vanguard Badlands is the first production rifle to appear in the popular Badlands Approach® camo. The Approach pattern uses adaptive coloration to construct a neutral color palette that adapts to your surrounds and lighting conditions.
*As of 07/01/2024 the Weatherby Vanguard will now come standard with a threaded barrel. There are still options without a threaded barrel available until inventory is sold out. Some barrel lengths have also changed. Please view tech specs below for updated information.
Are you a technical hunter, needing the best gear available? The Mark V First Lite is a product that incorporates powerful concealment on the legendary Mark V action.
Sitka Tribe, the wait is over for a Weatherby® Mark V production rifle wrapped in Gore™ Optifade™ Subalpine camo. Weighing as little as 5-1/2 pounds, this combination of weight, accuracy, and finish means this rifle deserves to go deep into the backcountry. *Accubrake varies on caliber.