The Weatherby Sorix Slough is a semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun with an inertia-operated action, 28-inch barrel, and a 3-inch chamber. Capacity is 2+1. Overall length is 49 inches and weight is 7.10 lbs. The stock has a brown camo finish. No sights are included -- the gun is designed around an open rib sight picture. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 2024020787 
• UPC: 747115454693 
• Brand: Weatherby 
• Model Name: Sorix Slough 
• Action: Semi-Auto 
• Gauge: 12 Gauge 
• Barrel Length: 28" 
• Capacity: 2+1 rounds 
• Chamber: 3" 
• Overall Length (OAL): 49" 
• Weight: 7.10 lbs 
• Stock Finish: Brown (Camo) 
• Sights: None 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The inertia system cycles using energy from the fired shell rather than gas porting, which keeps the action cleaner and mechanically simpler. An adjustable shim stock allows cast and drop to be tuned for individual fit. Five choke tubes are included: Cylindrical, Full, Improved Cylinder, Improved Modified, and Modified. The vent-rib barrel aids sight alignment and heat dissipation. The gun is ambidextrous in layout. 
 
The Sorix Slough is oriented toward waterfowl and slough hunting -- the brown camo is built for those environments specifically. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
Waterfowl hunting is the design focus. The 28-inch barrel and 3-inch chamber handle steel and non-toxic loads well. The inertia action cycles reliably with field loads. Upland hunting and trap or skeet are also practical uses with the five-choke system providing flexibility.

Weatherby Sorix Slough discussions are generally positive, with build quality and the inertia action drawing the most favorable comments. Owners report smooth cycling with standard hunting loads. The 28-inch barrel gets good marks for balance, and the ergonomics receive consistent praise for comfortable shoulder fit during long days.

Weight is the most-cited complaint -- 7.10 lbs is on the heavier side for a semi-auto field gun, and some users feel it after extended carry. Light target loads have reportedly caused occasional cycling issues, which is typical for inertia guns that prefer heavier loads. Pricing comes up as a point of comparison; some feel it's high relative to competitors with similar specifications, while others see it as appropriate for the Weatherby name and build quality.

Overall the Sorix Slough is viewed as a capable waterfowl gun with a strong build and a few trade-offs around weight and load sensitivity.