Weatherby 22-250

Dargin · June 18, 2013, 10:19 PM

My LGS has a Weatherby 22-250 on consignment for $1500. He says it is a discounted model. I haven't seen any that look like the one at the store online. I didn't get the exact model, but was curious if Weatherby ever made something more pricey than the 400-900 dollar ones I've seen online. Thanks for any assistance.

Dargin

Jim Watson · June 18, 2013, 10:59 PM

Yes.
They make several versions of the Mk V in .22-250 that would carry that high a price, higher than the Vanguards.

Dargin · June 18, 2013, 11:06 PM

Jim thanks so much. It sounds like a really fun caliber to shoot.

Jim Watson · June 18, 2013, 11:26 PM

Yes, I was shooting my old Ruger .22-250 last week and have loaded back the empties for the next outing.

Re: Price.

Before you pay that much, be sure you know the difference between a Mk V and a Vanguard. The Mk V is the real Weatherby design with nine (sometimes six) locking lugs and has always been the top of their line. They have a lot of different variations but they all go back to that big stout action.

The Vanguard is a dressed up Howa with two lugs. I don't know what they would do to one to make it worth that much.

Dargin · June 19, 2013, 09:10 PM

Here she is! I pick it up next Friday!

Weatherby Mark V Super Varmint Master Bolt-Action Rifle .22-250 Remington 26" Barrel 6 Rounds Tan Bell & Carlson Composite Stock Stainless Steel Barrel

Jim Watson · June 19, 2013, 11:23 PM

That's the one, the high end "Real Weatherby."

Mezzanine · June 20, 2013, 01:37 AM

Try a box of Fiocci 55gr SP out of that thing, its some of the most accurate ammo ive found in .22-250 for my rifle... And that is one beauty of a rifle if i must say.

Dargin · June 20, 2013, 12:41 PM

My LGS had American eagle 50 gr. I bought 5 boxes. The owner said his favorite is a 45 gr. that he blows up squirrels with.

Picher · June 30, 2013, 09:18 PM

I feel the .22-250 works best with 55 grain bullets. Wind plays havoc with lighter ones and they can burn barrels if loaded hot. My favorite bullet was the 55 grain Sierra semi-pointed. They shot great with a moderate load of IMR 4895.

Dargin · July 1, 2013, 12:12 AM

I couldn't find anywhere that has the 55gr Sierra.. Thanks for all the input guys! I picked up the gun yesterday and finally got to shoot it. All I can say it wow, what fun to shoot. I got A KAHLES scope which I have never used and only heard about and was just blown away. I have never hit hit more targets on point past 200 yards!

June 18, 2013, 10:19 PM	#1
Dargin Junior Member Join Date: June 9, 2013 Posts: 6	Weatherby 22-250 My LGS has a Weatherby 22-250 on consignment for $1500. He says it is a discounted model. I haven't seen any that look like the one at the store online. I didn't get the exact model, but was curious if Weatherby ever made something more pricey than the 400-900 dollar ones I've seen online. Thanks for any assistance. Dargin

June 18, 2013, 10:59 PM	#2
Jim Watson Senior Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 18,541	Yes. They make several versions of the Mk V in .22-250 that would carry that high a price, higher than the Vanguards.

June 18, 2013, 11:06 PM	#3
Dargin Junior Member Join Date: June 9, 2013 Posts: 6	Jim thanks so much. It sounds like a really fun caliber to shoot.

June 18, 2013, 11:26 PM	#4
Jim Watson Senior Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 18,541	Yes, I was shooting my old Ruger .22-250 last week and have loaded back the empties for the next outing. Re: Price. Before you pay that much, be sure you know the difference between a Mk V and a Vanguard. The Mk V is the real Weatherby design with nine (sometimes six) locking lugs and has always been the top of their line. They have a lot of different variations but they all go back to that big stout action. The Vanguard is a dressed up Howa with two lugs. I don't know what they would do to one to make it worth that much.

June 19, 2013, 11:23 PM	#6
Jim Watson Senior Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 18,541	That's the one, the high end "Real Weatherby."

June 20, 2013, 01:37 AM	#7
Mezzanine Senior Member Join Date: December 9, 2012 Location: Minnesota Posts: 103	Try a box of Fiocci 55gr SP out of that thing, its some of the most accurate ammo ive found in .22-250 for my rifle... And that is one beauty of a rifle if i must say.

June 20, 2013, 12:41 PM	#8
Dargin Junior Member Join Date: June 9, 2013 Posts: 6	My LGS had American eagle 50 gr. I bought 5 boxes. The owner said his favorite is a 45 gr. that he blows up squirrels with.

June 30, 2013, 09:18 PM	#9
Picher Senior Member Join Date: December 14, 2004 Location: Maine Posts: 3,694	I feel the .22-250 works best with 55 grain bullets. Wind plays havoc with lighter ones and they can burn barrels if loaded hot. My favorite bullet was the 55 grain Sierra semi-pointed. They shot great with a moderate load of IMR 4895.

July 1, 2013, 12:12 AM	#10
Dargin Junior Member Join Date: June 9, 2013 Posts: 6	I couldn't find anywhere that has the 55gr Sierra.. Thanks for all the input guys! I picked up the gun yesterday and finally got to shoot it. All I can say it wow, what fun to shoot. I got A KAHLES scope which I have never used and only heard about and was just blown away. I have never hit hit more targets on point past 200 yards!