The Weatherby SA-459 is a semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun with a 22-inch barrel, 3-inch chamber, and 5-round capacity. The receiver is matte black aircraft-grade aluminum. The synthetic stock has a pistol grip, a green fiber optic front sight, and a cross bolt safety. An extended fluted extra full choke is included. Overall length is 42 inches; weight is 6.75 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Make: Weatherby 
• Model: SA-459 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Chamber: 3 inches 
• Capacity: 5 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Overall Length (OAL): 42 inches 
• Weight: 6.75 lbs. 
• Sights: Green Fiber Optic Front 
• Safety Feature: Cross Bolt Safety 
• Receiver Material: Matte Black Aircraft-Graded Aluminum 
• Chokes Included: Extended Fluted Extra Full 
• Stock/Grip Material: Synthetic Stock with Pistol Grip 
   

Features 

 
The semi-automatic action cycles without manual intervention between shots, which helps with both sport shooting speed and hunting follow-up shots. The green fiber optic front sight picks up in a range of lighting conditions. The 22-inch barrel gives this shotgun a compact overall length while the extended choke tightens pattern density for longer-range targets. The pistol grip stock configuration suits defensive and tactical use. 
 

Usage 

 
This shotgun handles home defense, clay shooting, and field hunting. The 6.75 lb weight and 42-inch overall length keep it manageable on the move. The 3-inch chamber covers most standard 12-gauge loads. The extra full choke ships included, though other standard choke tubes can replace it for different applications.

Owners of the Weatherby SA-459 generally report positive experiences, particularly around the semi-automatic cycling and overall reliability. The action runs smoothly and follow-up shots come quickly, which is the main reason users choose it for both defensive and competition use.

The pistol grip gets positive remarks for control during fast shooting. Build quality is viewed as solid for the price, and most users feel the value is reasonable.

Weight gets some criticism. At 6.75 lbs it is manageable, but a few users find it tiring during extended range sessions compared to lighter alternatives. Aftermarket customization options are more limited than some shooters would prefer, and specific SA-459 accessories can be harder to find than parts for more common platforms.