The best Weatherby Sorix review on the web! Great detail about the design, manufacturing history, and build. And not to mention the actual cycling under various loads. Perfect! Well done Randy.
''A crossbolt safety at the rear of the triggerguard the way God intended it to be''.........exactly! Great looking gun and I agree with you on barrel lengths ( 26 or better still 24'' on Inertia Autos) Thanks Randy as always! Great review!
What often separates a great autoloader from a so-so or forgettable attempt is refinement. That is what the Sorix is, for you don't need pliers to remove the charging handle, you won't need a gunsmith to switch the safety for left-hand operation, and the gun doesn't rattle or have loose forearm syndrome. The Sorix also is perhaps the easiest to load of any current inertia style auto, with a smooth and crisp trigger break that is far better than many, this 3 inch chambered 12 gauge works well with 1 oz. loads, the factory recoil pad is more effective than most, it shoots to point of aim, and not only is it CIP proof-tested, it comes with a ten year warranty. That's why the Sorix is a very big winner: take it out of the box, and just add hunting.
Nice review..i like the stepped rib and i agree with you on the 24" barrel being optimal BUT I do not agree that the huge gash in the left side of the reciever is a good thing and that it wont invite debris, its got to let more junk in than if it were solid
*It is not a problem* : Weatherby isn't guessing. Testing is always worth a thousand guesses. Certainly, it would have been easier for Weatherby to just say, "well . . . screw LH shooters." I'm glad they did not. Doesn't anyone remember the Double Auto and the B2000?
While most left-handed shooters just put up with right hand charging handles, Weatherby discovered that it was the charging handle oscillating back and forth that was far more annoying to the shooter than the instant shell ejection itself. The thin extra precision machined slot for the changing handle in no way affects the reliability of the shotgun, and does not allow any significant entry of crud. By nature, the bolt and shell elevators of shotguns offer comparatively huge potential entry points for debris, yet that isn't a real-world factor. Weatherby isn't guessing. Naturally, Weatherby could have done nothing like most other companies, ignoring the 10-11 % left hand shooters and the shooters and hunters that are left eye dominate. I'm glad they went the extra mile in testing to make the Sorix as enjoyable to as many folks as possible.
Sales will indicate if the left side gash experiment by Weatherby pans out but I see a lot of negative comments concerning the gash on the net..maybe your glowing review will help
www.chuckhawks.com/weatherbysorixreview.html Selling at a street price of around $1275, with a Weatherby 10 years warranty makes this Italian semi-automatic a very strong value compared to models like the Browning A5 and Benelli SBE3 that cost about 50% more, hitting the $1800 - $2000 range.
The best Weatherby Sorix review on the web! Great detail about the design, manufacturing history, and build. And not to mention the actual cycling under various loads. Perfect! Well done Randy.
''A crossbolt safety at the rear of the triggerguard the way God intended it to be''.........exactly! Great looking gun and I agree with you on barrel lengths ( 26 or better still 24'' on Inertia Autos) Thanks Randy as always! Great review!
26” is the sweet spot for me (with a gas gun). 24” would probably be just as sweet, maybe even better. Haven’t tried one that length.
Hello Beretta, the rear of the trigger guard. Exactly where God intended it.
That left hand changeable ability oversize action bolt is a game changing innovation in my opinion.
It is a ridiculous design. Swap the bolt handle but now you gonna take shells to your face.
*Nonsense. The hulls eject forward, nothing is ever going to hit your face.* Most LH shooters that shoot autos shoot right hand eject shotguns anyway.
See www.chuckhawks.com/weatherbysorixreview.html .
Your logic with barrel length using a semi-automatic shotgun is sound and should be considered.
Good to see You Randy!
Weatherby has done a good job especially with refining the shotgun when it arrives in their factory.
What often separates a great autoloader from a so-so or forgettable attempt is refinement. That is what the Sorix is, for you don't need pliers to remove the charging handle, you won't need a gunsmith to switch the safety for left-hand operation, and the gun doesn't rattle or have loose forearm syndrome. The Sorix also is perhaps the easiest to load of any current inertia style auto, with a smooth and crisp trigger break that is far better than many, this 3 inch chambered 12 gauge works well with 1 oz. loads, the factory recoil pad is more effective than most, it shoots to point of aim, and not only is it CIP proof-tested, it comes with a ten year warranty. That's why the Sorix is a very big winner: take it out of the box, and just add hunting.
Whatever mic setup you have sure works well, actually sounds like you're indoors.
Good review altho not a gun for me.
Yeah that mic set-up sounds awesome
That gun is out of your league anyways
Nice review..i like the stepped rib and i agree with you on the 24" barrel being optimal BUT I do not agree that the huge gash in the left side of the reciever is a good thing and that it wont invite debris, its got to let more junk in than if it were solid
*It is not a problem* : Weatherby isn't guessing. Testing is always worth a thousand guesses. Certainly, it would have been easier for Weatherby to just say, "well . . . screw LH shooters." I'm glad they did not. Doesn't anyone remember the Double Auto and the B2000?
While most left-handed shooters just put up with right hand charging handles, Weatherby discovered that it was the charging handle oscillating back and forth that was far more annoying to the shooter than the instant shell ejection itself. The thin extra precision machined slot for the changing handle in no way affects the reliability of the shotgun, and does not allow any significant entry of crud. By nature, the bolt and shell elevators of shotguns offer comparatively huge potential entry points for debris, yet that isn't a real-world factor. Weatherby isn't guessing. Naturally, Weatherby could have done nothing like most other companies, ignoring the 10-11 % left hand shooters and the shooters and hunters that are left eye dominate. I'm glad they went the extra mile in testing to make the Sorix as enjoyable to as many folks as possible.
Sales will indicate if the left side gash experiment by Weatherby pans out but I see a lot of negative comments concerning the gash on the net..maybe your glowing review will help
Those comments are only from people that have never actually seen, much less shot a Sorix.
Here's a suggestion for weatherby , make a snap in filler piece for the lefty slot ..
No need.
Agreed. Another hole for mud and grime to get into
Is the trigger chassis made of Nylon?
I'm not sure what you mean. See weatherby.com/sorix/ .
@@RandyWakeman I mean the assembly containing the trigger and sear. Does this box have metal or plastic walls?
The trigger guard is polymer. The shell elevator, drop lever, etc., are metal.
Any idea if they plan to produce a walnut version?
No. The walnut is the 18i. weatherby.com/shotguns/18i/
I see. Are they essentially the same gun otherwise? Same inertia action, cip proofed, etc.
Yes, both made by Marocchi.
What's this cost?
www.chuckhawks.com/weatherbysorixreview.html Selling at a street price of around $1275, with a Weatherby 10 years warranty makes this Italian semi-automatic a very strong value compared to models like the Browning A5 and Benelli SBE3 that cost about 50% more, hitting the $1800 - $2000 range.
Does it have a step vent rib?
Yes.