The Weatherby Mark V Live Wild is a bolt-action rifle in .243 Win built around a carbon fiber camo stock with black and gray accents, finished with Graphite Black Cerakote. At 5.7 lbs. it's light enough to carry all day without fighting the terrain. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Mark V Live Wild 
• Type: Bolt Action Rifle 
• Caliber: .243 Win 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Overall Length: 43 inches 
• Capacity: 4 rounds (4+1) 
• Weight: 5.7 lbs. 
• Finish Type: Graphite Black Cerakote with Camo Stock 
• Stock Material: Carbon Fiber with Black & Gray accents 
• Rate of Twist: 1-in-7.5" 
• Safety Features: Two Position Bolt Mounted Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 22-inch barrel with a 1-in-7.5" twist handles a wide spread of bullet weights well. Graphite Black Cerakote protects the metal from moisture and hard field use. The carbon fiber stock keeps overall weight down while still providing a stable platform. The two-position bolt-mounted safety is simple to run and sits where a shooter's thumb naturally lands.

The Mark V Live Wild draws consistently positive feedback on accuracy. Owners routinely report tight groups at distance, and the smooth bolt operation gets mentioned often as something that makes follow-up shots easier. Build quality is a recurring point of praise — the rifle feels solid and the Cerakote finish holds up to field conditions.

Price is the main friction point. Weatherby sits in the higher tier, and some buyers debate whether the premium is worth it versus other options at lower price points. Most who own one conclude it is; those who hesitate often haven't pulled the trigger yet.

.243 Win is generally well-liked for the versatility it offers across game sizes. Some hunters prefer a larger caliber for specific quarry, but as an all-around hunting round the .243 has a loyal following. That flexibility makes the Live Wild a frequent recommendation for hunters who want one rifle to cover a range of situations.