Beretta06 Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 With as shift from Beretta to Perazzi, I am off to Brescia to have my stocks fitted on 16th Feb. Anyone been before? I have seen the video etc, just wondering how the day was for others :-) BO6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Poon Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 With as shift from Beretta to Perazzi, I am off to Brescia to have my stocks fitted on 16th Feb. Anyone been before? I have seen the video etc, just wondering how the day was for others :-) BO6 Which Perazzi are you getting from them ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta06 Posted February 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 MX12 SC3, case colour hardened. 30 inch barrels, 12 bore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitebridges Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 That's a very nice gun. Have you gone off Beretta? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta06 Posted February 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 I am disappointed with my SO6 problems, but still have a number of othe Berettas. I just fancied having something different to try. I have a pair of Bosis and a Blaser too - so Perazzi is yet to be represented in the cupboard :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Poon Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 Don't forget to post some pitures when you get it, can't beat a bit of Perazzi porn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitebridges Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 I am disappointed with my SO6 problems, but still have a number of othe Berettas. I just fancied having something different to try. I have a pair of Bosis and a Blaser too - so Perazzi is yet to be represented in the cupboard :-) Nice collection. It's loads of fun trying something different. I've never had a Perazzi. I've seen a few head turners recently though so let us know how you get on at the factory. Best of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontbeck Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 I have an off the shelf Perrazzi mx2000, which has been the best gun I 've had. As regards going to the factory, two friends of mine have made the trip. One was extremely pleased with the experience and the gun arrived exactly as he hoped. The other wasn't as fortunate, he enjoyed his time at the factory but the gun arrived with a different stock to the one he picked and the dimensions weren't those that the factory took. All was resolved eventually but not without a little aggro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta06 Posted February 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 I have heard several stories about stocks coming back different to those selected. I will keep my fingers crossed and hope! After the visit, the gun should arrive in the UK around early april - which is perfect as my work will keep me away for all or March!!!! Feedback from the factory visit and photos to follow :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 i have read a few horror stories with people getting the wrong stock , wrong dimensions etc etc , some have even had the wrong one more than once . Hopefully you will have more luck ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilR Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 I've been to the Perazzi factory quite a few times since the late 80's. It's a very interesting experience and I hope you enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 Mention to the factory about people getting the wrong stocks and dimentions, they may take extra care. Hope you enjoy the trip. Figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitebridges Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 How does this visit to the factory thing actually work? I mean do you get in touch with Perazzi direct or ask a dealer to arrange? What's it all cost? How long do you need to be there? Do you try anything out there? How long does it take for the gun to be made and delivered? Sorry for the questions, i'm intrigued. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmicblue Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 Back in 2012 I looked at going to the Perazzi factory to have a gun fitted and by pure chance discovered John Jeffries of HPX here in UK. In a sense it's even more of a bespoke service than going to the factory personally as John will meet you at a ground locally to you and seeks to ensure that you end up 100% happy with the end result. John further refines the Perazzi trigger pull to the nth degree, you almost have to do no more than think about firing the gun for it to happen I wrote a testimonial based on my experience: http://www.highpheasants.com/testimonials/ that's my 33" HPX at the top of the page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmicblue Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 How does this visit to the factory thing actually work? I mean do you get in touch with Perazzi direct or ask a dealer to arrange? What's it all cost? How long do you need to be there? Do you try anything out there? How long does it take for the gun to be made and delivered? Sorry for the questions, i'm intrigued. For a standard gun its around 6 months, adding engraving to the spec can add significantly (many months) to the lead-time as much of it is done by hand by artists working in the factory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retromlc Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 What type of gun? Sporter,game,trap? And what engraving,my favourite is the type 100, I agreed to buy a used SC3 sportier,teagued and 30", it was beautiful to shoot,unfortunately the stock was cracked so walked away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitebridges Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 Thanks for the info Cosmic. I had a browse, i'm not so keen on the hpx gold on the top of the barrels if i'm honest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmicblue Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 (edited) No problem and you are welcome Whitebridges, the HPX logo is silver in colour and applied in the factory - its small and only on one side. The guns are made to John Jeffries specifications, so the stock, forend, rib/barrels are different than the standard Perazzi items... It's all made to order and you can ask for exactly what you want, there are no compromises so if you didn't want the HPX logo then you would spec it as such. Edited February 7, 2014 by Cosmicblue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta06 Posted February 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 The Perazzi Experience - in short form! 1. Choose the metalwork, barrels, top rib, auto safety, engraving etc - this is all manufactured first. 2. Once the metalwork is made, go to Brescia tot he factory. Here, you can choose your stock wood, fore end styles, stock style, thickness of hand grip, palm swell if required etc. 3. Be fitted with a try gun stock, which is attached to your gun metalwork. The staff ensure it points where you want it to. 4. Fire the gun and try stock at a 30 yrd pattern plate, inside the factory; they will adjust as necessary. 5. Once you are happy with the fit, you can go and browse the shop, go to dinner etc. 6. Next morning, back tot he factory, where your chosen wood has been cnc milled into your stock dimensions!! Again, fire at the plate to check all is well. If you wish, they have a clay ground next door, so could shoot a few if you wish - however, it the gun shoots correctly at the pattern plate, I don't personally see the point! 7. In the afternoon, off you go home. The stock will be chequered and sealed with your chosen finish -oil, wax etc. the gun should arrive to the UK in around 3 to 5 weeks after your visit. As for cost, there is no specific charge really, but you need to buy flights, book a hotel etc. You can make the arrangements directly with Perazzi, but to be honest, using a dealer is the easiest way to import the gun etc. My trip has been arranged through Christ Potter guns in Tunbridge wells. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBL Posted February 13, 2014 Report Share Posted February 13, 2014 I would echo CosmicBlues comments re the HPX. Although I did not ultimately go ahead with a purchase (going a different direction in terms of gun), I did meet John Jeffries a couple of times and tried the gun (33" game model) extensively. It, and the service John offered, were impressive, and anyone considering a Perazzi should seriously look at the HPX. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retromlc Posted February 13, 2014 Report Share Posted February 13, 2014 How fast handling was a 33"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBL Posted February 13, 2014 Report Share Posted February 13, 2014 How fast handling was a 33"? Well balanced, not whippy, but equally not too labourious on the swing (i.e. never felt muzzle heavy). If memory serves, the gun weighed > 8lbs, but did not feel unduly heavy or like a lump which is unlike some comparable O/U sporters/trap guns I have seen used out in the field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirDread Posted February 21, 2014 Report Share Posted February 21, 2014 Forgive my lack of knowledge but a question for Perazzi enthusiasts. I understand Perazzi don't chrome their barrels, what does that mean when it comes to cleaning and maintaining the gun ? Do you need to be religious and as soon as you finish shooting run a bore snake through it etc ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Poon Posted February 21, 2014 Report Share Posted February 21, 2014 Forgive my lack of knowledge but a question for Perazzi enthusiasts. I understand Perazzi don't chrome their barrels, what does that mean when it comes to cleaning and maintaining the gun ? Do you need to be religious and as soon as you finish shooting run a bore snake through it etc ?I clean my barrels with a quick shufty with the bronze brush and wipe the guns down for any brown sauce, every time i finish shooting .It doesn't take long 20 minutes I suppose for 2 guns, get in a habit of keeping them clean for next time to use . Or I could have OCD about a clean gun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmicblue Posted February 21, 2014 Report Share Posted February 21, 2014 The barrels of my MX12s are as a mirror shiny as the Browning's I had previously. If they aren't chromed then it's a good polishing effort in there. Like Willpoon I give mine the gun cleaner/bronze brush treatment and then paper kitchen towel on the jag to get the muck out. A Perazzi action is exquisitely made so cleaning the gun is always a pleasure, you have a feeling that the people that made it cared about the job, its a bit special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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