InTheSticks Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 I have heard some bad press about the 692 on build issues, I have been offered a deal px my 682 Gold E for a 692 . . . Should I or avoid it ? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westward Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 The build quality seems to be okay now and by all accounts GMK have got the message too so I'd say it's all down to whether you think it's an upgrade. Having tried a couple I prefer the handling dynamics of the 692s which feel smoother to me, but rather spoiled by the triggers which seemed unnecessarily heavy - but then I'm used to light triggers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InTheSticks Posted November 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 thanks, how would I know if I am buying a bad or a good one ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 If the 682 Gold E fits stick with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 I prefer the 682 personally. I tried a 692 and wasn't too impressed, although I think the QC and wood issues are sorted nowadays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerettaSV10 Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 Stay away from the 692's they are **** compared to the older gun's, I had two 692's and both broke a friend has also had lots of trouble with them. They have built them for speed of production and quality has slipped as a result. If you do get a 692, make sure its well above the 5000, ser number range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweedledee Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 Stick with the older guns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wj939 Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 I don't see any modern guns being built to such a high standard as they used to be. Having said that if it's only half as good that could still be a lifetime of use for some people Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 682 all day . Lot of my shooting buddys have HAD the 692s but not for long . I shot a 682 for yrs . A much much better handling gun and better built . Find one and try it for gods sake before you do the deal . Atb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenlivet Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 I bought a second hand 692 and took it back after a weekends shooting as it had an intermittent ejector problem. I have heard that most of the problems were sorted after 5000 serial numbers. Also didn't think much of the build quality for the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B25Modelman Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 The 680 was nice. I borrowed one back in 1981, whilst between guns, and won the shoot. Short story, sold my guns, moved north (Scotland) in 1981, bought new gun(s) after we had settled in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samboy Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 Ive had 2 682s and 1 686, wish id never sold them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InTheSticks Posted November 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 i am getting the impression that albeit the later 692s maybe ok the majority arent, thanks for the info guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bornfree Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 I bought a 692 but luckily did not trade in my 682 gold e. The 692 has gone and I still have the 682. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenlivet Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 i am getting the impression that albeit the later 692s maybe ok the majority aren't, thanks for the info guysWhen I bought the 692 I also tried a Browning Ultra XS Titanium which would have been the better buy except it had 30" barrels rather than 32". My Guerini Maxum is, however, better than both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerettaSV10 Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 When I bought the 692 I also tried a Browning Ultra XS Titanium which would have been the better buy except it had 30" barrels rather than 32". My Guerini Maxum is, however, better than both. Its what I did in the end, got rid of all my Beretta's and bought a Guerini with adjustable stock and rib, also have a browning 525 adjustable stock version which is lighter than the CG as done my back in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blunderbust Posted November 22, 2015 Report Share Posted November 22, 2015 I have had the 682 Gold E and found it was a great gun but I moved home about 7 years ago and never shot clays for 2 years. I stupidly sold the gun on thinking my clay days were over. I have since joined a clay club and have bought a 692 about 2 years ago. It is above the 5000 ser number (as stated above) and I have to say I shoot reasonably well with it and have never had a single problem. That being said, had I kept on shooting clays without a break I would still be using my 682. If you shoot well and it is problem free I would stick with what you have got, why change and no doubt lose out on some money when you don't need to? What ever you do decide have fun and enjoy . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penpych Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 upgrade!! the 692 has to be something really special to better the 682, i got the 682 super sporter it suits me very well its what suits you not the number on the side of the gun. in my opinion a shot gun is not a fashion accessory its how it does its job clays ducks pigeons. This isnt specifically aimed at anyone but there are a lot out there with all the gear and no idea i know someone who has an eell 7k also two other Berrettas a total of 16k tied up in guns and he's an average shooter. Take your time marry in haste repent at your leisure or in this case the clay ground Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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