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Lot 1525: Giovanelli Engraved Beretta 20 Gauge Model 687 EELL O/U Shotgun

Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta 20 Gauge Model 687 EELL Over/Under Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Lot 1525: Giovanelli Engraved Beretta 20 Gauge Model 687 EELL O/U Shotgun

Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta 20 Gauge Model 687 EELL Over/Under Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500

Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta 20 Gauge Model 687 EELL Over/Under Shotgun

Manufacturer: Beretta Pietro
Model: 687 EELL
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 26 3/8 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 933
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 435
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued Excelsior steel barrels with single bead sight on the matted vent rib, standard Beretta markings and 1991 dated Italian proofs, interchangeable chokes (skeet/improved cylinder installed), and chambers marked 3 inches with automatic ejectors. The coin finished sideplated action displays extensive floral scroll engraving surrounding a trio of pheasants in an upland scene on the left side and a pair of woodcocks on the right. The trigger plate is signed "Bottega C. Giovanelli" for the famous engraving firm. The gun features a single gold trigger and a tang mounted safety/selector switch. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with blank inscription oval and Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved 15.8 mm (.622 inches) and measured at .625 inches; minimum wall thickness .033/.034 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 3/16 inch drop at heel; 14 9/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. Provenance: The Joe Marlin Hilliard Collection

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering on the wood. Mechanically excellent.



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