The Weatherby Mark V Hunter is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, built around Weatherby's nine-lug Mark V action and finished in Cobalt Cerakote. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Mark V Hunter 
• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches (sporter contour) 
• Capacity: 4 rounds + 1 
• Weight: 6.1 lbs. 
• Finish: Cobalt Cerakote 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Stock Material: Advanced Polymer Granite Speck 
• Overall Length: 43 inches 
• Rate of Twist: 1-in-8 
• Thread Pattern: 1/2x28 
• Safety Features: Two Position Bolt Mounted 
   

Features 

Weatherby backs the Mark V Hunter with a sub-MOA guarantee using Weatherby factory or premium ammunition — not a marketing claim, a written guarantee. The TriggerTECH trigger breaks with zero creep and is externally adjustable from 2.55 lbs., so you can tune it without pulling the stock. The 54-degree bolt lift is the shortest in the industry, which matters when you're cycling quickly between shots. The aluminum pillar-bedded polymer stock keeps weight down while maintaining consistent bedding for repeatable accuracy. At 6.1 lbs. with a 22-inch barrel, it's genuinely light for a hunting rifle that can reach out at long range.

The Mark V Hunter in Cobalt 6.5 Creedmoor draws consistent praise for its action and accuracy, with some honest friction around price and recoil.

Most owners are impressed by the bolt — the 54-degree lift and smooth cycling get mentioned frequently. At range, the sub-MOA guarantee appears to hold up; people report tight groups, which isn't a surprise given the 6.5 Creedmoor's reputation for consistency. The cobalt finish stands out visually, and the light carry weight makes a real difference on longer hunts.

Where it gets complicated: the price is high relative to competing bolt guns, and some shooters feel they're paying a Weatherby premium that's only partly justified. Recoil opinions are split — most find it manageable, but a few would prefer a muzzle brake option. Customer service experiences with Weatherby are genuinely mixed; the positive stories are good, and the negative ones are bad enough to be worth knowing about if warranty service matters to you.

Net view: a well-built, accurate hunting rifle that earns its reputation, but the price means expectations are correspondingly high — and not every buyer feels they're fully met.