Blued steel chopperlump barrels with a single steel bead sight on the matted solid rib, marked "ACCIAIO SIAU UM6" and "MADE FOR RAVIZZA MILANO" on the right and left respectively, single bands of engraving at either breech, 1974 dated Italian proofs, and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The coin finished sidelock action displays highly attractive relief cut floral scroll engraving over a darkened matted background which extends to the toplever, both tangs, and the triggerguard. The work is signed on the triggerplate to the right of the triggerguard "INC. GRANETTI" for Italian Master Engraver Oscar Granetti. The gun features bushed firing pins, double triggers (front is articulated), and manual tang mounted safety switch. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings, gold inlaid inscription plaque, and, Anson button release, and straight grip stock with checkered bare butt. Includes a hard plastic takedown case. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech proofed at 18.5/18.4mm (.728/.724 inches) and measured .731/.728 inches; choke constriction .017/.025 inches; minimum wall thickness .022/.022 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 1/2 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 6 lbs. 9 oz.

Very fine overall, retaining 97% plus original blue finish with scattered very minor spotting, 99% original coin finish, a scratch at the left breech, and light handling evidence. There is a tiny hairline crack off the upper tang and a small chip at the right rear of the forend, otherwise the wood is very fine with a few minor scratches and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.