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Lot #3478
Lot #3480

Lot 3479: Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta Model 687 EELL Shotgun

Factory Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta Model 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Lot 3479: Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta Model 687 EELL Shotgun

Factory Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta Model 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Factory Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta Model 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Beretta Pietro
Model: 687 EELL
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 28 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1590
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 296
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued Excelsior steel barrels, single bead sight, matted vent rib, and 2005 dated Italian proofs, interchangeable chokes (improved cylinder/cylinder installed), and chambers marked 3 inches with automatic ejectors. Sideplated action displays extensive floral scroll engraving surrounding a pair of pheasants in an upland scene on left and a pair of mallards on right and "Beretta/Gallery" on the underside. Trigger plate is signed "Bottega C. Giovanelli". Single gold trigger and tang mounted automatic safety/selector switch. Highly figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with blank inscription oval and checkered wood buttplate. Includes a leather bound takedown case with three extra chokes (modified, improved modified, and full). Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved and measured at 18.4 mm (.724 inches); minimum wall thickness .034/.037 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 11/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 98% original blue and coin finishes with an area of oxidation on the left of the action, minor handling evidence, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The case is excellent. Mechanically excellent.



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