Features blued Bohler Antinit steel barrels with single bead sight on the matted vent rib, Beretta factory markings, 1986 dated Italian proofs, 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, muzzles threaded for Mobil Choke tubes (improved/full cylinder installed), and gold inlaid "12" on top chamber. The markings on the bright action are beautifully hand cut, reading "P. Beretta" on either lockplate, gold inlaid "SO5" on the lower tang, and another "P. Beretta" on the underside of the action. The gun features dual triggers and a tang mount manual safety switch. Fitted with multi-point checkered, highly figured forend with Deeley style release latch. The straight grip stock features a black rubber "Decelerator" recoil pad with black spacer. Includes brown and blue leatherette factory carry case, with four chisel style wood handled turnscrews, two extra chokes (skeet and improved cylinder), two snap-cap shells, segmented cleaning rod, black leather pouch with cleaning tools, and ill-fitting choke tool. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved at 18.4 mm (.724 inches) and measured .728/.727 inches; minimum wall thickness .027/.035 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 3/16 inch drop at heel; 13 7/8 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 7 lbs. 3 oz.
Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original blue finish with light handling marks, a few spotting marks on the right side of the action, and crisp forend and stock checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case is very fine.
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