Weatherby Mark V Hunter experiences?

[Jnasa]

Hello,

I have been considering a Weatherby Mark V Hunter. I cannot justify spending for their other lines of Mark V. I found out they are phasing out the Hunter line in lieu of a series with Remi Warren. There are still some Mark V Hunter available.

I am specifically considering 280 Ackley Improved. I just don’t know much about the hunter series other than a couple reviews. Does anyone have experience with this model?

I would like to support Weatherby since they support RMEF. I just would like some more information before I invest that much in a rifle. Thanks

 

[std7mag]

I tried for a while when the Hunter came out a few years ago for the 280AI.
The non magnum actions are 6 lug instead of 9 lug.

I actually ended up saving a couple hundred more and got the Weathermark LT in 7mm Weatherby.

The more I handled the Hunter, the more I didn't like the stock.
Seems very plasticy, and slippery vs other Mark V stocks.