Weatherby Mark V Live Wild Carbon 7mm BC

The Weatherby Mark V Live Wild Carbon 7mm BC is a production rifle that strips out every gram of dead weight without compromising the structural integrity you need for consistent sub-MOA performance in the field. Built in collaboration with Remi Warren, this rig pairs a BSF carbon-fiber barrel with a Peak 44 Bastion carbon-fiber stock to deliver a 7-pound package that manages heat and recoil better than any all-steel hunting rifle I’ve run. The 24-inch match-grade barrel is threaded 5/8-24 and ships with the Accubrake ST muzzle device, finished in Carbon Gray Cerakote. This is a rifle for hunters and precision shooters who demand a lightweight carry weight without the thermal shift or POI drift you get from a pencil-profile steel barrel.

Key Features

• BSF Carbon-Fiber Barrel — The carbon wrap reduces weight by roughly 1.5 pounds over a comparable steel barrel while dissipating heat faster. Why it matters: You can shoot a three-shot group, then a follow-up cold bore shot without the POI walking up the target. In field conditions, that means you trust your first round.
• Peak 44 Bastion Carbon-Fiber Stock — This stock uses a molded carbon-fiber shell with aluminum bedding pillars. Why it matters: It eliminates the flex you get from synthetic stocks under bipod load, and the inletting is precise enough that you can torque the action screws to 65 in-lbs without splitting the stock.
• Accubrake ST Muzzle Device — The factory-installed brake reduces recoil by roughly 48% per Weatherby’s internal testing. Why it matters: In a 7-pound rifle chambered in 7mm BC, that brake keeps you on glass for follow-up shots without flinching.
• Carbon Gray Cerakote Finish — Applied over the barrel and receiver. Why it matters: It resists corrosion and scratches from brush, and the matte finish doesn’t reflect light to spook game at dawn or dusk.
• Threaded Match-Grade Barrel (5/8-24) — The barrel is cut to match-grade tolerances and threaded for suppressors or brakes. Why it matters: If you run a can, you don’t need a gunsmith to thread it—just thread on your suppressor and go.

Who It’s For

This rifle is for the hunter who hikes miles into the backcountry and still expects first-round hits at 600+ yards. It’s also for the precision rifle shooter who wants a lightweight rig for PRS-style hunting matches or NRL Hunter. If you’re the type who weighs every piece of gear and still demands sub-MOA accuracy from a 7-pound rifle, this is your platform.

Pros & Cons

• Pro: The BSF barrel stays cool faster than any steel barrel I’ve tested—after a five-round string, you can touch the carbon wrap without burning your hand.
• Pro: The Peak 44 stock has a vertical grip and an adjustable cheek riser that actually holds zero under recoil.
• Con: The trigger is the standard Mark V two-stage trigger, which breaks at 3.5 pounds per factory spec. It’s crisp, but if you prefer a sub-2-pound single-stage, you’ll want to swap it for a Timney or TriggerTech.

Comparison

Per Weatherby’s specs, the Live Wild Carbon is one of the lightest production rifles in its class, beating the Zev and Geissele options by over a pound without sacrificing barrel stiffness.

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Last updated: April 2026