Weatherby sa-459 owners manual

May 18, 2015 recently, i was looking into defensive 12gauge pumps and realized that my mental catalog of weatherby offerings was out of date. The loads that function with each are clearly delineated in the owner s manual. American rifleman weatherby pa459 tr 12gauge shotgun. In closing, let us assure you that we are committed to the hunter, shooter, and sportsman and to delivering the uncompromising craftsmanship, performance. I read that info from a pdf i got via a link titled sa08sa459 semiauto on the weatherby web site.

Weatherby sa459 semiautomatic 12 gauge shotgun 22 barrel. Now, there is nothing in the owners manual or anything. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at. This owners manual is designed to assist you in learning how to. All gun dog subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. High quality components and precise manufacturing make weatherby firearms ideal for both new shooters and experienced gun owners. Oct 15, 20 weatherby sa08s have a dual valve system with two pistons, one for light loads, the other for heavy. It was missing the pages related to the companys threat response. Recently, i was looking into defensive 12gauge pumps and realized that my mental catalog of weatherby offerings was out of date. The manual safety on the weatherbypump shotgun pa459 is a buttontype safety located on the rear of the trigger guard. I also own five weatherby rifles and have been more than satisfied up until now.

I just purchased a new, weatherby sa 459 tactical 20 gauge. Shop for sa 459 parts and accessories with numrich gun parts, the world s largest supplier of gun parts. Jul 01, 2010 in fact, the same company that produces its popular sa08 semiautomatic sporting shotgun manufactures the pa459 in turkey for weatherby. Sa 459 bought new yesterday shot whole box shells never cycled a. Weatherby inc turkey weatherby sa459xg1222p sa459 semiauto 12. The sa459 is the shotgun of choice for shooters looking for one of the best home defense or range shotguns. A i encountered the same problem, but only tried a few shells. If you own a weatherby and have a problem they will fix it. When in proper condition and correctly engaged in the safe position, the manual safety blocks the trigger and prevents accidental discharge under normal usage. We tried 2 34 78oz shot and it would not eject spent shells from the open chamber. Two new threat response fighting shotguns from weatherby.

First introduced in october, 2011 by the california soon to be wyoming based manufacturer of finely crafted arms, weatherby started out of the gate with their turkey version of the semiauto and pump offerings with hightech scatterguns that looked more like something out of the sands of the. The sa459 turkey comes fully dipped in realtree xtra green camo with a rubberized pistol grip for one hand control. Weatherby s rich heritage began in 1945 located in southern california. Please read it very carefully and follow all instructions and safety warnings. Apr 14, 2016 the sa 459 is designed to shoot heavy loads, so i would go with the heavy piston, and avoid light loads as they may not cycle well. The sa 459 tr is a dependable semiauto designed specifically for home defense. The durability, reliability and excellent build quality will ensure years of service you can count on. Gasoperated autoloader features a bolt with an oversized hourglass design thats easily located in the dark. A manual safety button is conveniently located at the rear of the trigger guard.

The owners manual is a bit confusing and misleading, but loading the weatherby sa 08 is not at all difficult. Most ammunition manufacturers will have their shotshell size, velocities, shot size, and weights published on the box. Did some research and it seems as though sa459s just come with a crappy trigger. May 01, 2012 mounted atop the weatherby s receiver is a 19 picatinny rail and attached to it is a fully adjustable ghost ring peep sight. Weatherby employee chris ferguson demonstrates the proper way to assemble a weatherby sa459 to ensure proper function out of the box. I would suggest a thorough cleaning before any shooting. To switch one piston for the other, just remove the forend and barrel, swap the pistons, and reassemble. Im looking to set up my new weatherby sa459 for this spring. One is engraved light load and the other heavy load. This owners manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use and care for your weatherby shotgun. Patrick you will soon discover that weatherby s customer service is second to none. Sporting goods hunting gun parts weatherby gun parts.

Weatherby s sa459 turkey xtra green semiauto is a serious firearm for serious turkey hunters. Testing out my new semi automatic weatherby sa459 shotgun. This model also features an ergonomic rubberized pistol grip that puts the trigger hand in perfect alignment for recoil control and mitigation. Weatherby sa459 tactical pistol grip semi auto 12 ga 22. Most times they come with some type of factory protective lubricant inside and out, so you should remove all of that and then use some good quality light oil. He took the gun apart, examined it and thinks it is missing the oring part no. Sep 29, 2014 weatherby includes two gas valves or pistons with every sa08, clearly marked light loads or heavy loads. Weatherby customer service representatives are available to assist you. After a couple of rounds, the bolt would not even open. The weatherby name has long stood for quality and innovation in the firearms world. This is a weatherby rifles forum, all about weatherby rifles help. Weatherby inc turkey weatherby sa459xg1222p sa 459 semiauto 12. The shotgun came with three cheap chokes, a gas ring for heavy loads, a gas ring for light loads, a manual and a box. This model is chambered in hardhitting 12ga and features a 3 chamber.

The manual itself is titled weatherby semiautomatic ow. At the time, im sure he had little idea that the weatherby name would come to be one of the most respected and revered in the. Weatherby pa459 12 gauge tactical life gun magazine. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. They will do whatever it takes to make their customers happy. Im in the process of loading some of hals big 20 stubby xxlg, big 20 stubby xxxlg and big 20 xl 9s. It is wellequipped for tackling a variety of tasks and ships in the original case.

It has a gasoperated semiautomatic action that reduces. The 22 barrel has a ventilated top rib and a green fiberoptic front sight that make swinging and sighting a breeze. Pump shotgun pa459, read and understand the instructions and safety warnings contained in this owners manual. Weatherby s sa459 semiautomatic shotgun features a unique dual valve system for a wide range of load versatility. The info on max load can be found on the spec page of weatherby s website and in the manual online for the sa20. Jan 12, 2011 weatherby pa459 top and pa08 bottom fighting shotguns. The sa 459 is designed to shoot heavy loads, so i would go with the heavy piston, and avoid light loads as they may not cycle well.

Gun details new for 2011 under the threat response line is the weatherby sa459 tr, a semiautomatic shotgun available in 12 or 20 gauge with a 3inch chamber. Just a quick demonstration of the weatherby sa 459 tr. Low pressure and prime conditions make 2021 the best year to book a bucketlist fishing trip. Be it they own one vanguard or a hundred mark vs doesnt matter. The sa459 tr is a dependable semiauto designed specifically for home defense. Weatherby employee chris ferguson demonstrates the proper way to assemble a weatherby sa 459 to ensure proper function out of the box. The weatherby sa459 is a rugged semiautomatic shotgun chambered in 12 gauge with a 20 barrel and reaper camo. Besides reliability, another benefit of these valves is that they help manage recoil. The owners manual details which piston to use for what loads. That is a level of respect we appreciate and you have our assurance that it will not be taken for granted. This is my fourth weatherby shotgun, the other three are sa08s.

A a helpful reply to that post led me to call weatherby yesterday and they confirmed that this was the case. The weatherby sa 459 20 gauge are a versatile and reliable semi auto for hunting or clay bird shootoing. The owner s manual details which piston to use for what loads. Music is by torley wong defense against the dark arts. Mine is like new and includes the box and owner s manual. This is a short video with some shooting footage of some simple but effective upgrades for the weatherby sa 459music is by torley wongdefense against the dar. As is often the case with turkishmade firearms, the pa459 exhibits robust construction and obvious attention to quality control. As i awaited the next onslaught of whistling wings, i looked over my shotgun, a new weatherby sa08 waterfowler 3. This lessens wear and tear on the gun, and reduces recoil with heavy loads. Review and shooting test of weatherby pa459 and sa459 shotguns with comments from ed weatherby. Does weatherby recommend specific ammunition for each caliber to get the best accuracy.