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Weatherby: The Man. The Gun. The Legend.
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SKU: 108008001
Overview
This hardbound reference is aimed at readers who want a focused look at Weatherby rifles, starting with Roy Weatherby and tracing the brand’s development in a concise, readable format. It combines narrative history with a separate reference section that organizes serial numbers, dates, and manufacturers across early Southgate’s and Sako rifles, as well as later FN, Sauer, Howa, and Athena shotgun variations. The result is a practical book for hunters, collectors, and enthusiasts who value both the story behind the rifles and the details needed for identification. At 290 pages, it offers a substantial but approachable resource without overstating its scope.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Complete Guide
A concise historical overview
Includes Separate
Serial numbers, dates, and manufacturers
Covers Early
Southgate and Sako rifles through
Hardbound 290-page
Format offers substantial reference material
Written Grits
Gresham and Tom Gresham for
Key Features
- Hardbound reference book by Grits Gresham and Tom Gresham
- 290 pages covering Weatherby rifles in detail
- Begins with Roy Weatherby and the brand’s history
- Includes a separate reference section with serial numbers and dates
- Covers manufacturers and variations including Southgate, Sako, FN, Sauer, Howa, and Athena shotguns
- Sized at 7 1/4 x 10 1/4 inches
Best Used For
- Weatherby rifle collectors seeking a concise history and reference guide
- Hunters researching serial numbers, dates, and manufacturers for classic Weatherby guns
- Readers who want an easy-to-follow narrative on Roy Weatherby and his rifles
- Owners comparing early Southgate, Sako, FN, Sauer, Howa, and Athena variations
Specifications
| Authors | Grits Gresham and Tom Gresham |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7 1/4 x 10 1/4 |
| Format | Hardbound |
| Pages | 290 |
Pros
- Complete guide to Weatherby rifles with a concise historical overview.
- Includes a separate reference section with serial numbers, dates, and manufacturers.
- Covers early Southgate and Sako rifles through later variations and Athena shotguns.
- Hardbound 290-page format offers substantial reference material.
- Written by Grits Gresham and Tom Gresham for easy reading.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Primarily a reference and history volume, so it is less about technical specifications or hands-on use than about background and identification details.
- The separate reference section is useful for serial numbers, dates, and manufacturers, but it is still a printed source and may not cover every possible Weatherby variation in equal depth.
- At 290 pages in hardbound format, it is a substantial book rather than a quick field reference.
- The focus is specifically on Weatherby rifles and related variations, so it is best suited to readers already interested in that brand and its history.
Suggested Comparisons
- Firearms history books
- Rifle reference guides
- Hunting memorabilia books
- Shotgun reference books
Suggested Accessories
- Bookstand or display shelf
- Reading light
- Archival book cover
- Notebook or reference binder
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this book cover?
It is a complete guide to Weatherby rifles, with a detailed history that begins with Roy Weatherby and includes a separate reference section for serial numbers, dates, and manufacturers.
Does this book include reference information for identifying specific Weatherby guns?
Yes. The description says it includes a separate reference section listing serial numbers, dates, and manufacturers for early Southgate's and Sako rifles, along with other Weatherby variations including FN's, Sauer's, Howa's, and the Athena shotguns.
Who wrote this book?
The book is by Grits Gresham and Tom Gresham.
How long is the book and what format is it?
It is 290 pages and comes in hardbound format.
Is this more of a history book or a technical reference?
It appears to be both: the description calls it a concise history with trivia, and it also includes a separate reference section for serial numbers, dates, and manufacturers.