Weatherby Centurion-II Ducks Unlimited Deluxe 12 Gauge, 30" Vent-Rib, Fixed Full, 3" Chamber — 1980 Dinner Gun, Factory Engraved (Japan)
This Weatherby Centurion-II Ducks Unlimited Deluxe is a 1980 Ducks Unlimited Dinner Gun with factory DU-themed engraving and distinctive receiver side panels. It features a 30" vent-rib barrel with a fixed Full choke, a 3" chamber, and high-gloss checkered walnut furniture with a DU medallion in the grip cap. Marked Weatherby — South Gate, Calif — Made in Japan, this limited edition showcases the special 80-DU serial format and collectible presentation.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes are present.
What’s Included
- Weatherby factory hang tag
The Ducks Unlimited theme is executed with factory engraving on the receiver, including line-engraved ducks, a DU crest, and Ducks Unlimited script. The receiver has blued top and bottom surfaces with contrasting silver-finished side panels for a distinctive two-tone presentation. As a 1980 Dinner Gun, it bears serial number 80-DU 1892, underscoring its limited-edition status.
The 30" barrel is vent-ribbed with a fixed Full choke and a front bead sight. It is marked "12 GAUGE — FOR 2¾" MAG & 3" SHELLS ONLY — FULL CHOKE," pairing with the gas-operated semi-automatic action for classic field configuration. Capacity is 4+1.
The high-gloss walnut stock and forend are checkered for grip, and the pistol-grip cap carries a DU duck-head medallion. A ventilated recoil pad with a white-line spacer and a 14" length of pull complete the stock setup.
Model markings read "CENTURION — II," with proof and origin markings "Weatherby — South Gate, Calif — Made in Japan." Built in 1980 and originating from Japan, this example aligns with the Centurion-II series details from the early 1980s era.