Episodes
It's an exciting day here at Weatherby® as yesterday we released the all new SORIX™. The SORIX is a revolutionary shotgun featuring the innovative SHIFT SYSTEM™. Additionally, this shotgun has oversized controls, a competition cut for smooth reloading, and is made in Italy but finished here in Sheridan, Wyoming. Luke and Tyler sit down with shotgun guru and International Sales Manager, Kyle, to talk about the development and the long journey of launching the SORIX.
In this episode we...
Published 03/06/24
On Episode 80 of the On Our Mark podcast, we are sitting down with Koby Owens, our Content Producer, and DJ Dean our Social Media Specialist. Tyler and Luke host the first episode dedicated solely to photography/videography, camera gear, and backcountry camera gear prep. In this episode we discuss:
- The idea behind this podcast
- Backcountry camera gear list
- How each member got their start
- Finding the eye for photography
- How you can be an effective cameraman in the field
- What Koby...
Published 02/21/24
On the highly anticipated Part 2 of Episode 79, Remi Warren joins the Weatherby® team to talk about the brand new Mark V® Live Wild™ Edition. Listen in as the team talks about Remi's journey to partnership with Weatherby, the design behind the rifle, and all the amazing features available at a reasonable price point. In this episode we discuss:
- Remi’s transition from self filming to the present
- More about the Live Wild brand
- The brand new Mark V Live Wild Edition rifle
- Shooting it out...
Published 02/14/24
On this special episode of the On Our Mark Podcast, Adam, Luke, and Tyler sit down with Remi Warren. As a hunter, guide, and conservationist, Remi truly represents what it means to Live Wild. We are thrilled to announce that we have officially partnered with Remi and the Live Wild brand. Together we hope to grow and expand within the hunting industry and cohesively promote the conservation of wildlife. In this episode we discuss:
- Weatherby® and the Live Wild partnership
- Why Live Wild
-...
Published 01/18/24
On this episode of the On Our Mark podcast, Luke, Adam, and Tyler sit down to really review what all happened in the crazy year of 2023. 2023 was a year to remember at Weatherby® as we launched the most new products in the history of the company. In this episode we discuss:
-Weatherby's 2023 innovations
-Our favorite new products
-Controversial takes from the crew
-Ammo changes and additions
-Favorite hunts of 2023
-What’s on deck for 2024
-Where to find us during show season!
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Published 01/03/24
Have you ever dreamed of hunting every single month of the year? You're in luck, on this episode of the On Our Mark podcast, the Weatherby crew sits down and creates the perfect hunting season. Each member was tasked with filling out every month with a species to hunt and have devised their own "Perfect Season".
JD's Perfect Season
January: Mexico Coues Deer
February: Texas Aoudad
March: Alaska Mountain Goat
April: New Zealand Red Stag
May: Montana Black Bear
June: Hawaii/Texas Axis...
Published 12/20/23
Recorded from Kodiak, Alaska, the Weatherby® Team flips roles and are the guests on this special edition of the On Our Mark Podcast hosted by Brian Call from "Gritty". Hear from the crew about the black-tailed hunt experience, why sea duck hunting is the gentleman's version of duck hunting, and what each member would do differently before arriving to Kodiak.
In this episode we discuss:
-Team introductions
-Being too selective for deer
-Prior experiences of Kodiak
-Firearms used on the...
Published 12/17/23
The Weatherby team sits down to talk about their recent trip up to Saskatchewan and the experience of the unreal waterfowl opportunities that are there. Additionally, the team expands on the new Weatherby "Field and Flight" social accounts and why they were created.
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Published 11/29/23
Tyler sits down with Luke, Adam, and Sam Seeton from Infinite Outdoors to talk about their recent trip to Colorado and the story behind Adam's largest bull elk to date. On this episode we discuss:
-Booking through Infinite Outdoors
-How elevation takes its toll on everyone
-Spotting elk and picking which group to go after
-Closing the gap
-Finding the BIG bull
-The final moments before the shot
Published 11/22/23
Luke and Tyler sit down with Rob Gearing from Spartan Precision Equipment to talk about his recent Mongolian Ibex hunt and what's next for Spartan Precision. In this episode we discuss:
-The beginning of Spartan Precision
-Rob's experience in Africa
-Hunting at high altitudes
-Mongolian Ibex hunt
-Rich mongolian traditions
-Using the Backcountry 2.0
-The future of Spartan Precision
Published 11/09/23
Luke sits down with Tyler and Dale Evans from Petersen's Hunting Magazine to talk about their recent adventure up to Alaska chasing moose and the highs and lows of the hunt. In this episode we discuss:
-Traveling up to Alaska
-The DIY experience
-Day by day hunt recap
-Missing out on a huge bull
-Knowing the regulations and judging size of moose
-Close calls and unfortunate opportunities
-The last, hopeful effort
-Final morning success
Published 10/25/23
Adam and Luke sit down to talk about all the new products Weatherby® launched this week. In this episode we discuss:
-Model 307™ - MeatEater Edition
-Orion SxS .410
-New chamber offerings
-Mark V® High Country
-Vanguard® Outfitter
-18i™ Limited
-Vanguard Talus
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Published 10/13/23
The Weatherby team sits down with Ryan Callaghan and Garrett Long to discuss the brand new Model 307 - MeatEater Edition
In this episode we discuss:
- The brand new Model 307 MeatEater
- Features of the new rifle
- The design inspiration
- Shooting the rifle out to 1000 yards
- Trapshooting with the Orion SxS
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Published 10/06/23
The Weatherby team sits down with Mack Winzenburg and Jared Smethurst to talk about the 6.5 WBY RPM. In this episode we discuss:
- The Rebated Precision Magnum
- Why the rebated rim?
- How does this fit with Weatherby ammunition
- The 6.5 market
- Bullet ballistics
Published 09/20/23
The Weatherby Team sits down with Adam and Brenda Weatherby to discuss their recent Yukon Sheep Hunt.
In this episode we discuss:
- How the hunt came to be
- The importance of rain gear
- Navigating the Yukon terrain
- Closing the gap on a ram
- Bonus wolf
- Brenda's giant caribou
Published 09/06/23
The Weatherby team sits down with guest Peak 44 to talk about choosing the right optic for your Weatherby rifle.
In this episode we discuss:
-History of Optics
-Purpose of your rifle and how this effects scope selection
-Weight of Optic
-FFP vs SFP
-Best Budget Scopes
-Top optic pics
Published 08/22/23
The Weatherby Team sits down to talk about our new Orion Side by Side shotguns.
In this episode we discuss:
- The new Orion side by sides
- Why we felt it was time to bring a side by side back
- The thought process behind the function and feel
- Testing the Orion SxS
- What gauges and lengths it will come in
Published 08/02/23
The Weatherby Team sits down to talk about our new Non - Weatherby loaded ammunition.
In this episode we discuss:
- Our new Non - Weatherby load production schedule
- Specs on the 6.5 PRC, 280 AI, 7mm PRC, 28 Nosler, and 300 PRC
- Bullet selection
- Why we have such low SD
- Our processes for testing new ammos
- How much goes into reloading for factory ammunition
Published 07/28/23
The Weatherby Team sits down to talk with Luke's guide for his Ibex hunt.
In this episode we discuss:
- Hunting in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan
- Saku's past and how he and Luke met
- The health and growth of Ibex and Marco Polo Sheep, depending on the types of grass and altitude
- Riding Yaks
- Heating homes with sheep scat and yak scat
- Why snow leopards may not be as rare as you think
- Kelly's dream of collaring a Marco Polo Sheep
- The crazy elevations in that part of the world
Published 07/18/23
The Weatherby Team sits down with the HUSH guys to recap our Colorado late season mule deer hunt.
In this episode we discuss:
- How the hunt went down
- How Infinite Outdoors is looking to change the game in private land hunting
- The Model 307 seeing some of its first field testing
Published 07/12/23
The Weatherby Team sits down to talk about the lightning rod that is the 6.5 -300 Weatherby Mag.
In this episode we discuss:
- The inception of the 6.5 - 300 Weatherby Mag
- Cartridge tech and specs
- Comparable cartridges then and now
- Luke's favorite cartridge
Published 07/05/23
The Weatherby Team sits down to talk about the venerable 270 Weatherby Magnum.
In this episode we discuss:
- The inception of the 270 Weatherby Mag
- Cartridge tech and specs
- Comparable cartridges then and now
- Jared's epic voice
- Why Ed said the .270 WBY MAG was his favorite
Published 06/28/23
The Weatherby Team sits down with Design Engineer Ryan Bartok and Product Manager Jared Smethurst to talk about the creation and engineering behind the new Weatherby Model 307 rifle platform.
In this episode we discuss:
- How the Model 307 operates
- How we designed the tool-less takedown
- What the engineering looked like behind the scenes on the Model 307
- What you get when you buy the builders action
- How the bolt stays in one piece despite the ease of takedown
- Specifics to both the...
Published 06/07/23
The Weatherby Team sits down to talk with Adam Weatherby to talk about the all new Weatherby Model 307 platform.
In this episode we discuss:
- Why we developed the Model 307
- The models available at launch
- Price point
- The development history of the Model 307
- Where the Model 307 fits in between the Vanguard and Mark V rifles
- Where the name 307 comes from
Published 05/31/23
The Weatherby Team sits down with our Content Producer Mack Winzenburg and Ballisitician Keaton Lyons, to talk about a recent bear hunt in which they came upon a black bear they'd been blood tracking only to find him still alive.
In this episode we discuss:
- Spotting and stalking a large black bear boar
- Panicking and potentially losing the bear
- Shooting the bear off a 40 foot cliff
- How hard bears are to blood track
- Tracking the bear through thick brush and having to shoot him two...
Published 05/26/23