Does it come with a magazine plug?

Hi Jeff and welcome. The Weatherby Element comes with the plug installed to restrict the magazine capacity to 2 rounds. Stay safe & have a great day!

Yes. The plug is included to restrict loading to two rounds.

Hi Jeff and welcome. The hunting magazine plug is included in the package. Cheers and stay safe!

Does it come sling studs?

Hi Jeff, yes sir, swivel studs are included. Although not shown in Bud's picture, there is one on the butt stock and one at the endd of the magazine tube. You can see them here >>> https://weatherby.com/store/element-synthetic/ Stay safe & have a great day!

Yes it does have attached sling mount swivel studs. I'm not seeing an updated picture though?

Hi Jeff and welcome. Sling mount studs are included from the factory as shown in Buds updated photos. Cheers and stay safe!

yes it does specs here https://weatherby.com/store/element-synthetic/

is this optic ready ?

Kirk, no, this is not drilled and tapped in order to mount an optic. You can take this to a qualified gunsmith and they could drill and tap it for you. There's also likely some type of mount you could purchase separately to mount one. Sorry but hope this helps.

Kirk, the Element Series is not Drilled and Tapped Sir : ---- https://huntingny.com/forums/topic/67328-is-there-a-way-to-mount-an-optic-on-this-shotgun/

Where is this shotgun manufactured? I can't find any details on their website.

Aaron, The Element is made in Turkey by ATA Arms, as are the 12 and 20 gauge Weatherby SA-08 gas operated shotguns.

The only location I could find was Paso Robles, California. That is on the barrel. Their list of owners manuals show a lot of firearms made in other countries, but not this one.

Can this shotgun use both 2 3/4 and 3” shells?

According to the Weatherby website, 2 3/4 and 3". Chamber is 3". https://weatherby.com/store/element-synthetic/

Yes, it will handle both....as long as you can....lol

Joe, yes Sir. This shotgun has a 3 inch Chamber and will fir both length shells no issue.

the weatherby element 12 gauge 26" barrel picture displays stock inserts this image doesnt show inserts assuming there is none?

Hi Cody, Yes there are inserts, The new Weatherby Element Synthetic inertia operated semi-auto shotgun is the latest offering from the development team at Weatherby. From the ground up this shotgun is designed for the high volume shooter, whether you are a sporting clays enthusiast or you are a waterfowl/upland bird hunter the element is the gun for you! The Element Synthetic features an ultra durable Griptonite stock which features small pistol grip and forend inserts that are gray/black. The metal on this workhorse of a shotgun features a bead blasted matte black finish. In addition you will receive a four choke set from Weatherby. Specifications and Features: Weatherby Element Synthetic Semi Automatic Shotgun ESN1228PGM 12 Gauge 28" barrel 3" Chamber 4 Rounds Inertia operated ------Synthetic Griptonite Stock with gray/black inserts-------- Fiber Optic Front Post Four Choke Set: Long Range Steel, Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full Drop at Heel 2-1/4" Drop at Comb 1-5/8" Length of Pull 14-5/8" Overall Weight 6.75 lbs Matte Bead Blasted Metal Finish, Black

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Weatherby Element Black/Gray 28" 12 Gauge Shotgun - 28" Barrel, 4+1 Rounds, 3" Chamber

Name: Weatherby Element Black/Gray 28" 12 Gauge Shotgun
Brand: Weatherby
SKU: 4518
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.80 (8 reviews)

8 Reviews| 6 Questions & Answers

Model: ESN1228PGM

Condition: Factory New

Bud's Item Number: 4518

UPC: 747115425235

MFG: Weatherby

Questions & Answers (6) Reviews 4.8 out of 5

Weatherby Element Black/Gray 28 12 Gauge Shotgun

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Specifications and Features:
Weatherby Element Synthetic Semi Automatic Shotgun ESN1228PGM
12 Gauge
28" barrel
3" Chamber
4 Rounds
Inertia operated
Synthetic Griptonite Stock with gray/black inserts
Fiber Optic Front Post
Four Choke Set: Long Range Steel, Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full
Drop at Heel 2-1/4"
Drop at Comb 1-5/8"
Length of Pull 14-5/8"
Overall Weight 6.75 lbs
Matte Bead Blasted Metal Finish, Black

Product Information

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Single

Gauge

4.6X30mm

Barrel Length

Capacity

Chamber

2.5"

Product Information

Action

Semi-Auto

Gauge

12 Gauge

Barrel Length

Capacity

4+1

Chamber

Product Information

Action

Revolver

Gauge

22TCM9R / 9mm

Barrel Length

Capacity

Chamber

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Weatherby Element Black/Gray 28" 12 Gauge Shotgun

Model ESN1228PGM	Condition Factory New
Bud's Item # 4518	UPC 747115425235
Manufacturer Weatherby

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John H on 11/01/2023

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I ordered the 28" barrel version and thus far I am very happy with the shotgun. I have taken it squirrel hunting the last 3 weekends in a row. It's very lightweight and points very well for me. I am 6'3" so the length of pull that others complain about fits me just fine. It is compatible with Mossberg Accu-chokes which I already have a variety of. I have close to 100 rounds thru the gun, I have experienced 2 stove pipes on ejection but I chock that up to break in period. It runs light loads with no issues and has run and patterned #4's, #5's, and #6's great. Good purchase overall and light on the recoil as well even with 3" buckshot loads.

Luis V on 03/28/2023

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Extremely happy with this purchase. Straight out of the box. It’s beautiful. Shoots great. Absolutely zero complaints.

Harper O on 03/28/2023

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I am very happy with this shotgun. I bought it last year because I wanted something versatile. The price was what attracted me at first but after shooting a few hundred rounds through it, I couldn’t be happier. I had one misfire during a sporting clay outing and I chalked that up to light kid/low quality. Very happy so far. I would buy it all over again.

Caleb D on 01/29/2022

Rating: 4 of 5 Stars!

This gun is awesome. I can go from light loads to heavy loads without missing a beat.

Harold P on 12/29/2021

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Love the shotgun. Price, build and Buds lifetime warranty. Received it within a couple of days even with the rain storms, tornados and staffing shortages. Gun is well built, rugged, I think it will handle anything I put it through. Definitely like the matt finish on the metal, it shouldn’t reflect any light.. It’s light and shoulders good although the LOP is a little long for me. I wish I could shorten it just a little but with Weatherby’s recoil pad I don’t think I can do it. Overall I’m very satisfied with the shotgun and would buy it again and as usual I’m very happy using Bud’s Gun Shop.

Allen J on 06/09/2021

Rating: 4 of 5 Stars!

This is a really awesome shotgun hardly any recoil I shoot on a trap league and I shot my second 25 straight with this shotgun right out of the box! Looking forward to shooting skeet, and bird hunting in the fall with this shotgun!

Steven R on 01/16/2020

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Great shotgun! I purposely waited about a year to review, so I can give an honest opinion and it's truly awesome. Super lightweight, which means a lot of kick, but it's super easy to sling and carry through the water and muck

Rodney J on 06/26/2019

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Great shotgun. I am very well pleased.

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Questions & Answers

Q: Does it come with a magazine plug?
Answered

Asked 12/01/2023 14:20 by Jeff B

A:

Hi Jeff and welcome. The Weatherby Element comes with the plug installed to restrict the magazine capacity to 2 rounds.
Stay safe & have a great day!
See 2 more answers |
Q: Does it come sling studs?
Answered

Asked 11/19/2023 13:11 by Jeff B

A:

Hi Jeff, yes sir, swivel studs are included. Although not shown in Bud's picture, there is one on the butt stock and one at the endd of the magazine tube. You can see them here >>> https://weatherby.com/store/element-synthetic/
Stay safe & have a great day!
See 3 more answers |
Q: is this optic ready ?
Answered

Asked 04/20/2022 14:19 by Kirk V

A:

Kirk, no, this is not drilled and tapped in order to mount an optic. You can take this to a qualified gunsmith and they could drill and tap it for you. There's also likely some type of mount you could purchase separately to mount one. Sorry but hope this helps.
See 1 more answer |
Q: Where is this shotgun manufactured? I can't find any details on their website.
Answered

Asked 07/11/2020 18:41 by Aaron B

A:

Aaron, The Element is made in Turkey by ATA Arms, as are the 12 and 20 gauge Weatherby SA-08 gas operated shotguns.
See 1 more answer |
Q: Can this shotgun use both 2 3/4 and 3” shells?
Answered

Asked 09/03/2019 20:41 by Joe C

A:

According to the Weatherby website, 2 3/4 and 3". Chamber is 3". https://weatherby.com/store/element-synthetic/
See 2 more answers |
Q: the weatherby element 12 gauge 26" barrel picture displays stock inserts this image doesnt show inserts assuming there is none?
Answered

Asked 11/25/2017 00:01 by Cody S

A:

Hi Cody, Yes there are inserts, The new Weatherby Element Synthetic inertia operated semi-auto shotgun is the latest offering from the development team at Weatherby. From the ground up this shotgun is designed for the high volume shooter, whether you are a sporting clays enthusiast or you are a waterfowl/upland bird hunter the element is the gun for you! The Element Synthetic features an ultra durable Griptonite stock which features small pistol grip and forend inserts that are gray/black. The metal on this workhorse of a shotgun features a bead blasted matte black finish. In addition you will receive a four choke set from Weatherby.
Specifications and Features:
Weatherby Element Synthetic Semi Automatic Shotgun ESN1228PGM
12 Gauge
28" barrel
3" Chamber
4 Rounds
Inertia operated
------Synthetic Griptonite Stock with gray/black inserts--------
Fiber Optic Front Post
Four Choke Set: Long Range Steel, Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full
Drop at Heel 2-1/4"
Drop at Comb 1-5/8"
Length of Pull 14-5/8"
Overall Weight 6.75 lbs
Matte Bead Blasted Metal Finish, Black
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