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There is something about a classic over/under that a pump or autoloader just can't match, and the Weatherby Orion I delivers that experience without the boutique price tag attached to most double guns. This 12 gauge wears a set of 26 inch barrels with a ventilated top rib and brass bead front sight, chambered for 3 inch shells and finished in a rich gloss blue that pairs nicely with the Grade A walnut stock and Prince of Wales grip. At around 7 pounds with an overall length of 43.75 inches, it carries comfortably through a full day of upland hunting and still swings smooth enough to run stations on the sporting clays course.
The heart of this shotgun is a traditional boxlock action built on a low-profile receiver. Weatherby tucked the sliding locking bars in above the ejectors, which trims bulk out of the action compared to a lot of similar over/unders and helps the gun shoulder naturally so your eye lands right down the rib. Automatic ejectors kick spent hulls clear the moment you break the action, so reloads on a fast covey rise or a doubles station happen without fumbling. The chrome-lined bores shrug off wear and clean up quickly, and the ambidextrous top tang safety keeps things simple for left-handed folks too.
Weatherby ships the Orion I with Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full choke tubes, which covers everything from close-flushing quail to late-season pheasant and longer crossing clays. The 26 inch barrels favor quick handling in tight cover, and the 14.625 inch length of pull fits a wide range of builds right out of the box. Owners consistently praise the balance and reliability of this gun, with plenty of folks noting it holds its own against doubles costing considerably more. If you have been wanting a proper walnut and blued steel over/under that earns its keep in the field, this one deserves a hard look.
It ships with three interchangeable choke tubes: Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full. That spread covers most upland hunting and clay target situations, from close flushing birds to longer passing shots. You can swap them quickly to match the day's work.
Yes, this configuration works well for both. The 26 inch barrels and 7 pound weight make it quick in the uplands and easy to carry all day, while the ventilated rib, automatic ejectors, and included choke set translate nicely to the clays course. Many owners run it as their do-everything double.
The Orion I has true automatic ejectors, which throw spent hulls clear of the chambers when you break the action open. That speeds up reloads noticeably compared to extractor-only guns. Unfired shells are simply lifted for easy removal by hand.
Yes, the chambers accept up to 3 inch 12 gauge shells, so it can run heavier loads when needed. The bores are also chrome lined, which adds durability and makes cleanup easier. For high-volume clay shooting, most folks stick with standard 2.75 inch target loads for comfort.
| UPC | 747115425471 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | OR11226RGG |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Shotgun |
| Barrel Length | 26" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Capacity | 2 |
| Chokes Included | Full/Improved Cylinder/Modified |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 31.5 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 3.5 |
| Package Width | 7.5 |
| Product Type | Shotgun |
| Safety | Tang |
| Shipping Weight | 9.0 |
| Sights | Brass Bead Front |
| Sights Type | Fixed Sights |
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