The Weatherby Element II is a semi-automatic shotgun chambered in 12 Gauge with a 3-inch chamber and a 22-inch barrel. It holds 2 rounds and wears a hydrodipped Mossy Oak Original Bottomland finish on a vented rib barrel. The receiver is drilled and tapped for optic mounting. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Weatherby 
• Model: Element II 
• Caliber: 12 Gauge 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Barrel Length: 22 in 
• Capacity: 2+1 
• Color/Finish: Bottomland (Mossy Oak Original Bottomland hydrodip) 
   

Detailed Features 

• 22-inch barrel with vented rib 
• 3-inch chamber 
• Mossy Oak Original Bottomland hydrodipped finish 
• Receiver is drilled and tapped for optic mounting 
• Limited run configuration of the Element II platform

Owners of the Weatherby Element II in a Bottomland pattern tend to call out the fit of the hydrodip finish as noticeably clean, with the pattern running consistently across the stock and receiver rather than peeling or bubbling at seams. The 22-inch barrel length suits turkey and close-range hunting setups where a longer tube would be an inconvenience in tight brush.

The semi-auto action on the Element II gets mixed remarks in very cold conditions; some hunters report it cycles reliably through a full hunt while others notice sluggishness with lighter loads. Feeding heavier loads clears that up for most.

The drilled-and-tapped receiver is a practical touch that owners appreciate for adding a red dot or low-power scope, and the Bottomland pattern blends well in a variety of woodland environments. The 2-round capacity (limited by design on this configuration) is the most common complaint from buyers who want more shots before a reload.