Weatherby set out to produce the best backcountry rifle and cartridge combination ever, it was a project they did not take lightly. At their core, they pride themselves in ballistic superiority. So, the goal was not to simply achieve the production of a 5-pound rifle. Instead, their team was able to break the 5-pound mark while delivering magnum performance in a firearm that doesn't demand custom rifle pricing. Additionally, the combination of the stock design, muzzle brake, and proprietary patent-pending 3DHEX recoil reducer make it enjoyable to shoot.