Weatherby Mark V Deluxe 7mm Weatherby Magnum, Howa/Japan, South Gate Marked, 24 in Barrel (1983-1984)
This Howa/Japan-made Weatherby Mark V Deluxe in 7mm Weatherby Magnum stands out for its South Gate, Calif. marking, H-prefix serial, and classic Deluxe configuration. It features a 24 inch barrel, high-polish blued metalwork, and a high-gloss walnut Monte Carlo stock with signature Weatherby details. The action is notably smooth, and the bore is clean with sharp rifling. Receiver is drilled and tapped, with two-piece bases installed and rings included.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The action operates smoothly with a glassy feel. There is a small crack in the stock just behind the trigger on the left-hand side that appears repaired.
What's Included
- Pair of scope rings (detached)
- Two-piece scope bases (installed)
- Leather rifle sling with basketweave lacing and quick-detach swivels
The Mark V action delivers a short 54-degree bolt lift and a strong multi-lug magnum lockup. This example has a fluted bolt body with gas-relief ports. The 24 inch barrel is rollmarked "USE ONLY WEATHERBY 7mm W.M." and the receiver is drilled and tapped. It wears installed two-piece scope bases, and a matching pair of rings is included.
The Deluxe walnut stock showcases hallmark Weatherby styling: Monte Carlo profile with cheekpiece and fluted comb, crisp skip-line checkering, rosewood forend tip, and a rosewood grip cap with white diamond inlay and line spacers. A Weatherby-branded ventilated recoil pad and sling swivel studs complete the setup. The stock's finish and checkering, as well as the bluing, are standout features on this rifle.
Markings include "SOUTH GATE, CALIF.", "MADE IN JAPAN", and "U.S. PATENT NO. 3,013,355." This Howa/Japan production rifle aligns with the 1983-1984 period and carries an H-prefix serial, consistent with its era. The rifle is configured without iron sights.
The internal box magazine has a hinged floorplate and a stated capacity of 4 rounds. Safety is a right-side, two-position design. Length of pull measures 13.0 inches, and the high-polish blued finish across the metal complements the stock's high-gloss presentation.