The Weatherby Mark V Deluxe in 416 WBY Mag is a bolt-action rifle built for large and dangerous game. Chambered in one of the more powerful Weatherby magnums, it pairs a 26" barrel with a walnut stock and high-gloss blued finish, a traditional presentation for a heavy-hitting hunting rifle. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Manufacturer: Weatherby 
• Family: Mark V Series 
• Model: Mark V Deluxe 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: 416 WBY Mag 
• Finish: High Gloss Blued 
• Stock/Grips: Gloss AA Walnut Stock 
• Barrel Length: 26" 
• Overall Length: 48.75" 
• Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-14 
• Capacity: 2 + 1 rounds 
• Sights: No Sights (Sight Type: None) 
• Weight: 8.25 lbs. 
• Shipping Weight: 10.5 lbs. 
• Safety Features: 2 Position Bolt Mounted Safety 
• Additional Info 
  • TriggerTech Trigger 
  • Pachmayr Decelerator Pad 
     
    The AA walnut stock is drilled and tapped for scope mounting. The TriggerTech trigger offers a consistent, low-creep pull. The Pachmayr Decelerator Pad manages some of the 416 WBY Mag's recoil, though at 8.25 lbs. the rifle's mass does a lot of that work. The 2+1 capacity is standard for a rifle this size in this caliber. High-gloss blued finish requires more care in wet conditions than a Cerakote alternative, but it's the right look for a walnut-stocked Deluxe variant.

The Mark V Deluxe in .416 WBY Mag occupies a narrow niche, and the feedback reflects that.

Owners consistently praise the rifle's accuracy and the smoothness of the Mark V action. For big game hunting, particularly dangerous game where stopping power and shot placement both matter, the .416 caliber and the rifle's inherent precision are seen as a meaningful combination. The walnut stock and high-gloss blue finish get positive comments; this is a rifle that looks the part of a serious hunting arm, and owners appreciate the traditional craftsmanship.

On the critical side, weight comes up. At 8.25 lbs. unscoped, it's a substantial carry over long distances in rough terrain. The recoil from the 416 WBY Mag is significant, manageable with good technique, but demanding enough that less experienced shooters may need time to get comfortable with it. Price is the other persistent theme; the Mark V Deluxe is positioned at the higher end of the market, which gives some prospective buyers pause even when the quality is acknowledged.