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  • Lot #1487
Lot #1486
Lot #1488

Lot 1487: Beretta 20/28 Ga. M687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Shotgun 2 Barrel Set

Factory Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta 20/28 Gauge Model 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Lot 1487: Beretta 20/28 Ga. M687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Shotgun 2 Barrel Set

Factory Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta 20/28 Gauge Model 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $8,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta 20/28 Gauge Model 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case

Manufacturer: Beretta Pietro
Model: 687 EELL
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20/28
Barrel: 30 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 858
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 438
Class: Modern Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bores are bright with light signs of use and very minor streaks.
Description:

Built with blued Excelsior steel barrels featuring dual bead sights on the matted vent rib which marked with a gold "2" at the base, 2002 dated Italian proofs, interchangeable chokes (skeet/cylinder installed), and chambers marked 2 3/4 inches with automatic ejectors. The barrels are fitted to the coin finished sideplated action which displays extensive floral scroll engraving surrounding "Beretta/Gallery" marked on the underside. The trigger plate is signed "Bottega C. Giovanelli" for the famous firm. The gun features a single gold trigger and tang mounted manual safety/selector. The gun is fitted with a highly figured and multi-point checkered semi-Schnabel forend with engraved fittings as well as a pistol grip stock with blank inscription oval and a factory recoil pad. Included is a second matching set of 30 inch 20 gauge barrels with its own forend, 3 inch chambers, and cylinder/improved cylinder chokes installed. Also included is a factory takedown case containing six extra chokes, three 28 gauge (improved cylinder, modified, improved modified) and three 20 gauge (skeet, modified, improved modified). Barrel measurements for the 20 gauge set (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proofed and measured at 15.9mm (.626 inches); minimum wall thickness .032/.032 inches. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved and measured at 13.9mm (.547 inches); minimum wall thickness .036/.036 inches; 1 9/16 inch drop at comb; 2 7/16 inch drop at heel; 14 7/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 10 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence. The wood is very fine with minor dings, scratches, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The extra barrel set is very fine with a few marks and a dent in the rib towards the muzzle.



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