The Weatherby Element II Waterfowler 12 Gauge semi-auto shotgun (brand part no. EW21228PGM) is a 28-inch inertia-operated hunting gun with a 3-inch chamber. The Waterfowler version is dipped head to toe in Realtree Max-7 for the blind. Oversized controls (a larger slammer button, charging handle and safety) keep it easy to run in less-than-ideal conditions, and the competition cut receiver makes loading faster. It ships with Crio Plus choke tubes in improved cylinder, modified and full, along with a choke wrench and carrying case.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 Gauge, chambered for 3-inch shells.
• The action is a semi-automatic inertia-operated system that Weatherby describes as simple, robust and easy to maintain.
• The barrel is 28 inches, the length the maker lists for this model.
• Magazine capacity is 2+1, the maker’s figure for this model.
• Three Crio Plus chokes (improved cylinder, modified and full) are included, with a choke wrench and a carrying case.
• The sights are fiber optic, giving a bright front bead for quick target acquisition.
• The stock is hydrodipped Realtree Max-7, and the finish is hydrodipped Realtree Max-7 on the stock, receiver and barrel and top rib, with a chrome lined bore.
• The length of pull is 14.5 inches, with a 1.5-inch drop at comb and 2.25 to 2.375 inches at the heel.
• Weight is about 7.3 pounds, per the maker’s tech specs.
• Adjustable stock shims are included so the shooter can tune cast for a tailored fit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camo does the Element II Waterfowler use? The stock, receiver and barrel are hydrodipped in Realtree Max-7, and the barrel has a chrome lined bore.

What chokes come with this shotgun? Weatherby includes three Crio Plus chokes in improved cylinder, modified and full, plus a choke wrench and carrying case. Weatherby says the Waterfowler model comes with an extended modified choke and flush improved cylinder and full chokes.

How many shells does the Element II hold? The maker lists a magazine capacity of 2+1 for this model, and the chamber accepts 3-inch shells.

Buy the Weatherby Element II Waterfowler 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 28-Inch Barrel

Weatherby’s Element II brings an inertia action, oversized controls and a competition cut receiver to a hunting shotgun at a practical size. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse more semi-auto shotguns while you are here.