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Lot 504: Factory Engraved Beretta Model S3 Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Lot 504: Factory Engraved Beretta Model S3 Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Beretta Model S3 Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun

Manufacturer: Beretta Pietro
Model: S3
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 27 1/2 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1132
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 380
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued Boehler steel barrels with a single steel bead sight on the matted vent rib, standard Beretta markings, import mark under forend, and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The coin finished sidelock action displays extensive floral and scroll engraving extending to the toplever and triggerguard. The gun features gas checked firing pins, double triggers, and tang mounted manual safety. Nicely figured multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and straight grip stock with ventilated brown rubber recoil pad. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech proved at 18.5/18.4mm (.724/.728 inches) and measured .731/.727 inches; choke constriction .027/.039 inches; minimum wall thickness .027/.033 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 1/16 inch drop at heel; 14 11/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs. 8 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, showing 99% original blue coin finishes with minimal minor handling evidence, some slight areas of discoloration in the coin, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent.



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