Weatherby 18i Limited, 20 Gauge, 28 Barrel, Semi-Auto ShotgunThe Weatherby 18i Limited in 20 Gauge is a semi-auto shotgun with a 28 inch barrel. It is built by Weatherby, the company Roy Weatherby founded in 1945 around fast, flat-shooting hunting rifles and fine shotguns.This listing is Weatherby part number IDL2028MAG (UPC 747115452651). Magazine capacity is 2+1. Weight is about 6 lb.Weatherby 18i Limited, 20 Gauge, 28 inch barrel - built for serious hunters.Finish and StockWeatherby specifies the finish on this model as follows: Stock - Exhibition Walnut; Receiver - Hand Polished Brushed Nickel with custom engraving and 24K gold inlays; Barrel / Top Rib - High Gloss Finish.About the 18i PlatformThe 18i is Weatherby's inertia-driven semi-auto. The inertia system has no gas ports or pistons to foul, so the action stays clean and cycles everything from light target loads to heavy 3 or 3.5 inch magnum loads without adjustment. It is a simple, reliable design that is easy to strip and clean after a wet day in the marsh or the field.20 Gauge ChamberingThe 20 Gauge is chambered for shells up to the length listed in the specifications below. Shorter shells of the same gauge also fit and cycle normally. Choose shot size and choke to match the game: smaller shot and open chokes for close-flushing upland birds and clays, larger shot and tighter chokes for waterfowl and turkey at longer range.Care and Setup TipsBefore the season, pattern the shotgun with the loads and chokes you intend to hunt with. Shoot at a large sheet of paper at 30 to 40 yards and check where the center of the pattern lands and how evenly the pellets spread. That tells you which choke and load combination works best and whether the gun shoots where you look.Clean the bore and chokes after each outing, especially after waterfowl hunts in wet or salty conditions, and put a drop of choke tube lube on the threads so the tubes come out easily. Keep the action and stock dry, and store the gun in a dry place. A well kept Weatherby shotgun will last for many seasons.Choosing AmmunitionUse only shells of the correct gauge and a length no longer than the chamber listed in the specifications. Steel and other non-toxic shot is required for waterfowl, so check that your choke tubes are rated for the shot type you use. Heavier loads give more reach on large birds, while lighter loads are more pleasant for clays and upland hunting.About WeatherbyRoy Weatherby founded Weatherby in 1945 in Southern California, building rifles and cartridges around the idea that high velocity gives a flatter trajectory and better terminal performance on game. The company moved its headquarters and manufacturing to Sheridan, Wyoming, in 2019, where it designs and builds its rifles today, while its shotguns are produced by partner factories to Weatherby specifications.Ordering and ShippingFirearms purchased online must be transferred through a federally licensed dealer. At checkout you choose an FFL near you, we ship the firearm to that dealer, and you complete the background check and paperwork when you pick it up. Your dealer may charge a transfer fee, so ask about it ahead of time. Make sure the firearm is legal to own where you live before ordering, since state and local laws vary.Is It Right for You?Browse more Weatherby firearms and ammunition or compare other shotguns.Product SpecificationsManufacturer: WeatherbyModel: 18i LimitedPart Number: IDL2028MAGUPC: 747115452651Gauge: 20 GaugeChamber: 3 in.Action: Semi-AutoCapacity: 2+1Barrel Length: 28 in.Chokes: C, IC, M, I, FSights: LPA FiberFinish: Stock: Exhibition Walnut; Receiver: Hand Polished Brushed Nickel with custom engraving and 24K gold inlays; Barrel / Top Rib: High Gloss FinishLength of Pull: 14.75 inDrop at Comb: 1.5 inDrop at Heel: 1.7-2.1Overall Length: 49.5 inWeight: 6 lbFrequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the capacity?2+1, per Weatherby.What is the barrel length?28 inches.Which chokes are included?C, IC, M, I, F.Does it come with a scope or sights?It has LPA Fiber sights.How do I buy it?Firearms ship to a licensed FFL dealer near you. See how buying a firearm online works.Order the Weatherby 18i Limited in 20 Gauge from BattleHawk Armory and have it shipped to your local FFL dealer.