The Weatherby Mark V Live Wild is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .30-06, built around a carbon fiber stock with a camo finish. At 5.8 lbs it's light for a full-size hunting rifle, which is the main reason hunters reach for it over heavier alternatives. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Weatherby 
• Family: Mark V Series 
• Model: Mark V Live Wild 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: .30-06 
• Finish: Graphite Black Cerakote (Applied Finish) 
• Stock: Camo Stock (Carbon Fiber with Black & Gray) 
• Barrel Length: 24" 
• Overall Length: 45" 
• Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-10" 
• Capacity: 4 + 1 rounds 
• Sights Type: None (Drilled/Tapped for optics) 
• Thread Pattern: 1/2x28 
• Special Feature: Threaded Barrel 
• Weight: 5.8 lbs. 
   
  The barrel is threaded 1/2x28 for suppressors or muzzle devices. No sights are included. It ships drilled and tapped so you mount whatever optic you prefer. The Graphite Black Cerakote finish handles moisture and field wear well. Twist rate is 1-in-10", well suited to the broad range of .30-06 bullet weights. The carbon fiber stock keeps weight down without the flex you get from synthetic alternatives.

Owners of the Weatherby Mark V Live Wild in .30-06 generally lead with accuracy. The rifle consistently delivers tight groupings, and the .30-06 chambering handles everything from deer to elk without drama. The carbon fiber camo stock gets positive comments both for its durability and for actually blending into hunting environments rather than looking like a pattern slapped on plastic.

Weight comes up frequently, but not always as a complaint. At 5.8 lbs the rifle is light by bolt-action standards, and most owners appreciate that on long pack-in hunts. A handful of reviewers expected it to be even lighter based on the carbon fiber construction, so expectations vary.

Pricing divides opinion. Some owners see the Mark V as good value given Weatherby's reputation and the carbon fiber build; others think you're paying a brand premium and can get comparable performance for less. Recoil with .30-06 is manageable for experienced shooters. New shooters sometimes need a session or two to get comfortable. Customization discussions mostly center on optic choices and suppressor setups given the threaded barrel. Customer service experiences with Weatherby range from smooth to frustrating depending on the situation.