Weatherby Athena Trap 12 Gauge Over/Under, 30 in Barrels, Japanese-Made, Coin-Finish Receiver, Fixed Chokes
This Japanese-made Weatherby Athena Trap stands out with its 30-inch barrels, trap rib configuration, and factory scroll engraving on a coin-finish, sideplate-style receiver. It features fixed chokes, both mid and front beads, and a high-gloss walnut stock with a Monte Carlo comb and beavertail forend. The South Gate, Calif. barrel address and proof markings add clear identification and lineage, with SKB influence noted in the design.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: There are visible marks and scuffing on exterior surfaces. Pitting is present on the receiver and barrels. The top bore shows blemishing throughout, while the bottom bore is in good shape. The locking lug is at the 6 o'clock position and will need replacement. The action drops open with almost no resistance, though barrel fit is decent.
The left ejector fires slightly sooner than the right. The stock has right-hand cast off.
What’s Included
- Weatherby Athena Trap 12 Gauge over/under shotgun
This Athena Trap is built on a Japanese-made over/under platform with SKB lineage, chambered in 12 gauge for 2 3/4-inch shells. It is a break-action design with a single trigger and a two-round capacity. The barrel address reads South Gate, Calif., reflecting the Weatherby import era and adding clear model provenance.
The 30-inch barrels use a ventilated top rib and ventilated side ribs to suit trap use, paired with both a front bead and a mid bead for a precise sight picture. The barrels are blued, and the fixed chokes underline the trap-focused configuration without visible choke tubes.
The receiver features a coin finish with sideplate-style panels and factory rosette and scroll engraving. A gold Weatherby crown inlay on the tang provides a distinct branded detail, complementing the classic aesthetic.
The high-gloss walnut stock is checkered and includes a pistol grip, a Monte Carlo comb, and a beavertail forend. A ventilated recoil pad and a grip cap with spacer are fitted. The length of pull measures 15.0 inches, and the stock has right-hand cast off for right-shoulder alignment.
Markings include Made in Japan and South Gate, Calif., along with proof and inspection notations A205, NP, and W (knurled ring). These details help authenticate manufacture origin and the model’s period features.