@@filipmoravec3685 It’s the best all arounder I’ve ever picked up. I say that regardless of budget. I’ve shot and handled a lot of shotguns and did a deep dive into who’s making what etc. Fit and finish is nicer than the Winchester SX4, Franchi’s feel cheap (I’ve seen a few around the 5 year mark with most of the camo finish gone), Retays are overpriced considering it’s just another Turkish made shotgun (not that they’re bad but the Weatherby and many others are also Turkish and 1/3 the price). Once you get into the upper end of the budget, I still think it edges out the competition. I don’t care how many commercials they run, I’ve seen more Benellis break or malfunction than any other manufacturer. Browning is not the company it once was same as Remington so unless you’re gonna buy one pre 1995 you’re not getting your money’s worth (with the exception of the Citori). Beretta is about the only “high end” shotgun that I can’t complain about other than their gas system overcomplicates something that you should be able to field strip in the dark. The CZ is right there with Weatherby and about the only thing I haven’t shot is the Savage. Weatherby is making some of the most underrated shotguns on the market which is fine by me because I’ll buy them up cheap every chance I get. However, it’s surprising since the MeatEater guys have been running them for years. I would have thought that would have sparked more popularity.
Awesome! Thanks! Yeah I like the Beretta A300 ultima but wanted something to start with and this one seems like good overall shotgun clay shooting or turkey hunt
@@filipmoravec3685 can confirm. I limited on doves with it a few times last year (video on my channel) and I’ve shot 2 nice Turkeys with it. Not sure how familiar you are with patterning guns but the Element with the factory mod is a perfect 50/50 spread. Meaning within the pattern 50% is in the top half of the pattern and 50 in the bottom. Benelli’s are often 70/30 which is why you’ll hear guys talk about “floating the bird” essentially hovering the bead low or underneath their target. I can’t stand that. Run that mod choke for everything on the wing then get you a Carlsons full once you get the hang of it. Factory full with Winchester long beard XR and you can drop turkeys out to 70 yards. Idc what anyone says if you’re shooting doves outside of 20 yards, Federal steel dove loads are more effective than lead. Tighter and faster
Yes! Just haven’t gotten around to making new videos. Honestly, I think this gun flew under the radar with all the Benelli and Franchi hype. I’ve run a lot of shotguns, I have several, and I’ve shot a lot of loaners from buddies. This thing is an amazing bang for the buck. I paid less for the Weatherby ($569) than I did for my Stoeger M3K (closer to $700) and runs as good if not better than the Franchi, Benelli Super Black Eagle or M2, the Winchester SX4, etc. Zero malfunctions so for and I’ve run various target/bird shot, heavy #2 lead and steel, cheap shells, expensive shells, I’ve cycled a good variety with no issues. My only minute complaint is the lack of a raised rib however, it pulls up more naturally than most of my shotguns, and the factory chokes are just ok. Fit and finish is great and the rubber overmolded grips makes it feel like a $2k gun. I put a Carlsons full in it and it’s an absolute crusher. So far I’ve only shot clays and snow geese but it’s easily my favorite auto loader.
I smoked a turkey this year at 12 yards using a jebs choke 12 gauge hevi shot 2oz load 5 ahot with my element. Love this gun. My dad has a benelli and i would take the weatherby over it any day
Just got one and did a lot of research and seems like a great value for the money and quality
@@filipmoravec3685 It’s the best all arounder I’ve ever picked up. I say that regardless of budget. I’ve shot and handled a lot of shotguns and did a deep dive into who’s making what etc. Fit and finish is nicer than the Winchester SX4, Franchi’s feel cheap (I’ve seen a few around the 5 year mark with most of the camo finish gone), Retays are overpriced considering it’s just another Turkish made shotgun (not that they’re bad but the Weatherby and many others are also Turkish and 1/3 the price). Once you get into the upper end of the budget, I still think it edges out the competition. I don’t care how many commercials they run, I’ve seen more Benellis break or malfunction than any other manufacturer. Browning is not the company it once was same as Remington so unless you’re gonna buy one pre 1995 you’re not getting your money’s worth (with the exception of the Citori). Beretta is about the only “high end” shotgun that I can’t complain about other than their gas system overcomplicates something that you should be able to field strip in the dark. The CZ is right there with Weatherby and about the only thing I haven’t shot is the Savage. Weatherby is making some of the most underrated shotguns on the market which is fine by me because I’ll buy them up cheap every chance I get. However, it’s surprising since the MeatEater guys have been running them for years. I would have thought that would have sparked more popularity.
Awesome! Thanks! Yeah I like the Beretta A300 ultima but wanted something to start with and this one seems like good overall shotgun clay shooting or turkey hunt
@@filipmoravec3685 can confirm. I limited on doves with it a few times last year (video on my channel) and I’ve shot 2 nice Turkeys with it. Not sure how familiar you are with patterning guns but the Element with the factory mod is a perfect 50/50 spread. Meaning within the pattern 50% is in the top half of the pattern and 50 in the bottom. Benelli’s are often 70/30 which is why you’ll hear guys talk about “floating the bird” essentially hovering the bead low or underneath their target. I can’t stand that. Run that mod choke for everything on the wing then get you a Carlsons full once you get the hang of it. Factory full with Winchester long beard XR and you can drop turkeys out to 70 yards. Idc what anyone says if you’re shooting doves outside of 20 yards, Federal steel dove loads are more effective than lead. Tighter and faster
Have you gotten to shoot it yet? I've been seriously considering one of these for hunting purposes, was curious what you thought of it...
Yes! Just haven’t gotten around to making new videos. Honestly, I think this gun flew under the radar with all the Benelli and Franchi hype. I’ve run a lot of shotguns, I have several, and I’ve shot a lot of loaners from buddies. This thing is an amazing bang for the buck. I paid less for the Weatherby ($569) than I did for my Stoeger M3K (closer to $700) and runs as good if not better than the Franchi, Benelli Super Black Eagle or M2, the Winchester SX4, etc. Zero malfunctions so for and I’ve run various target/bird shot, heavy #2 lead and steel, cheap shells, expensive shells, I’ve cycled a good variety with no issues. My only minute complaint is the lack of a raised rib however, it pulls up more naturally than most of my shotguns, and the factory chokes are just ok. Fit and finish is great and the rubber overmolded grips makes it feel like a $2k gun. I put a Carlsons full in it and it’s an absolute crusher. So far I’ve only shot clays and snow geese but it’s easily my favorite auto loader.
@yota_blaster5030 that's good to hear, ill keep an eye out for your up coming video. Thanks!
I smoked a turkey this year at 12 yards using a jebs choke 12 gauge hevi shot 2oz load 5 ahot with my element. Love this gun. My dad has a benelli and i would take the weatherby over it any day
@@Blackgunsmatter60 I got one too! 35 yards, carlsons full, Winchester long beard XR. Hittem like a freight train
Also if anyone is looking for a decent soft case bulldog tactical carries some that fit these long shotguns