Description
Inertia guns have earned their reputation the hard way, in flooded timber and frozen layout blinds where gas systems start to gum up. The Weatherby Element II Tungsten runs on that same simple, spring-driven inertia principle, which means fewer parts collecting carbon and a gun that keeps cycling when the weather turns ugly. Weatherby then wrapped the receiver and 28 inch vent rib barrel in Tungsten Cerakote and chrome-lined the bore, so the finish is ready for salt marsh mornings and wet dog shakes alike.
Built for Cold Hands and Bad Weather
The Element II got a real upgrade in the controls department. The bolt release, charging handle, and safety are all oversized, so you can run the gun with gloves on or with fingers that quit feeling anything an hour ago. There's also a competition-style cut on the receiver that opens up the loading port for quicker reloads, and the recoil spring nut inside the stock now comes apart without tools, which makes end-of-season cleaning a lot less of a chore. A fiber optic front bead sits up top for fast target pickup in gray, early morning light.
Making the Element II Tungsten Fit You
Off-the-rack shotguns rarely fit everyone the same, and Weatherby knows it. Included stock shims let you adjust drop and cast until the gun points where you look, and the recoil pad plus the soft-shooting nature of a 7.3 pound 12 gauge keeps longer days at the clays range comfortable. The 3 inch chamber handles everything from light target loads to heavy waterfowl payloads, and the Crio Plus choke system ships with improved cylinder, modified, and full tubes so you can pattern it for doves, ducks, or late-season geese. From the uplands to the duck blind, this is a working shotgun that earns its keep.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Weatherby
- Model: Element II Tungsten
- MPN: ET21228PGM
- UPC: 747115457861
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Chamber: 3"
- Action: Inertia-Operated Semi-Auto
- Barrel Length: 28" Vent Rib, Chrome-Lined Bore
- Overall Length: 49.5"
- Capacity: 2+1
- Weight: 7.3 lbs
- Finish: Tungsten Cerakote Receiver and Barrel
- Stock: Black Synthetic with Adjustable Shims
- Sights: Fiber Optic Front Bead
- Choke System: Crio Plus (IC, Modified, Full Included)
- Safety: Push-Button
What’s Included
- Weatherby Element II Tungsten 12 gauge shotgun
- Crio Plus choke tubes: Improved Cylinder, Modified, Full
- Choke wrench
- Choke tube carrying case
- Adjustable stock shim kit
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Element II Tungsten good for waterfowl hunting?
That's exactly what it was built for. The inertia action stays clean far longer than a gas gun, the Tungsten Cerakote finish shrugs off moisture, and the 3 inch chamber handles heavy steel and bismuth loads. The oversized safety, charging handle, and bolt release are easy to work with cold or gloved hands too.
What chokes come with the Weatherby Element II?
It ships with three Crio Plus tubes: improved cylinder, modified, and full, along with a choke wrench and a small carrying case. The Crio Plus thread pattern is common, so finding aftermarket extended or specialty chokes is easy if you want to expand later.
Can I adjust the stock fit on the Element II Tungsten?
Yes. Weatherby includes shims that let you tweak drop and cast at the stock so the gun mounts naturally to your face and points where your eyes go. It's a quick job, and getting fit right makes a noticeable difference on crossing birds and clays.
How does the inertia action compare to a gas-operated shotgun?
Inertia systems use recoil energy to cycle the bolt instead of tapping propellant gases, so they run cleaner and need less frequent scrubbing. The tradeoff is slightly more felt recoil than a gas gun, though the Element II's recoil pad and 7.3 pound weight keep it manageable. For hunters who put their gear through mud, rain, and neglect, the simplicity is worth it.




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