NoBodyImportant Posted July 4, 2019 Report Share Posted July 4, 2019 I been thinking about picking up a nice over/under. I’m looking at the beretta 690 field 1. I also like the new beretta silver pigeon with the rounded forearm. It has to have a rounded forearm as I hate the other style. Any other ones I should look at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted July 4, 2019 Report Share Posted July 4, 2019 Get an older model Beretta they’re much better made. Do you need 3” chambers? Clays and all walked up game birds you should only need 2 3/4 shells (70mm) anyways. If duck also do you need to use steel? And need 3”? This might be a factor in picking up an older model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingman Posted July 4, 2019 Report Share Posted July 4, 2019 (edited) I agree with Lloyd90, I have 3 Beretta's a 692 that is a couple of years old, a 682X Trap from the early 90's and a mid 80's S686 Special. I have had issues with the 692 including a failed ejector and lower barrel not always firing. In fairness both were fixed for free by the dealer and its been fine since but for a gun that cost around 3 grand I was disappointed. the 686 is my wifes gun and has never missed a beat its in great condition and feels as tight as a new one it cost me around 800 pounds. My jewel in the crown though is my 682X trap, bought from a friend that had probably only used it a few dozen times, its nearly mint. Both of my older Beretta's feel far better made than my new 692 despite being way cheaper the 682X is a big and heavy gun 32" multichoked barrels and a monte carlo stock yet when mounted feels as light as a feather. I also have a Perazzi MT6 that is a lovely gun but even that feels a bit agricultural compared to the 682. If it were me I would look out for a 682 series gun with the older wider receiver (I think they are referred to as pre Graystone in the USA) buy a good one and it will outlast you. Parts are easy to find and cheap (Cole's Gunsmithing in the US are the experts) and can be almost entirely rebuilt to be good as new again. Edited July 4, 2019 by Wingman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmboy91 Posted July 4, 2019 Report Share Posted July 4, 2019 I've got a mid 80's 686 special m/c and love it. It handles so sweet and cost a third of what a new silver pig cost.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted July 4, 2019 Report Share Posted July 4, 2019 If it’s a Beretta, then the 682 Supersport is up there with the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westward Posted July 4, 2019 Report Share Posted July 4, 2019 The best thing about modern Berettas is the little bottle of oil they include in the case! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
button Posted July 4, 2019 Report Share Posted July 4, 2019 7 hours ago, NoBodyImportant said: I been thinking about picking up a nice over/under. I’m looking at the beretta 690 field 1. I also like the new beretta silver pigeon with the rounded forearm. It has to have a rounded forearm as I hate the other style. Any other ones I should look at. I too like the rounded forend I have a 28 bore and that has a beautiful forend, wish my 20 did! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted July 4, 2019 Report Share Posted July 4, 2019 Why not a nice grade Browning, you seem blessed with some real nice ones in USA. If your wanting Beretta for field use I'd go for the silver pigeon and have the forend reshaped. A nice grade 4 or 5 687. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoBodyImportant Posted July 4, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2019 53 minutes ago, figgy said: Why not a nice grade Browning, you seem blessed with some real nice ones in USA. If your wanting Beretta for field use I'd go for the silver pigeon and have the forend reshaped. A nice grade 4 or 5 687. The new silver pigeon comes with rounded forearm. I actually like the browning but the forearm on them are unfortunate. I think the Ruger red label is the best looking shotgun ever made but I can’t find rifled chokes for it. I really do like the look of the red label, and I can get them used for around $1500 but the lack of after market chokes is a turn off. But man they look good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted July 5, 2019 Report Share Posted July 5, 2019 (edited) That Ruger looks like a Merkel shotgun. Surely the choke manufacturers will make you some chokes. Don't let the forend put you off a gun, you could a new one made. A certain Mr Winsuar in America makes some stunning stocks and forends. The older 682 Supersport is a nice gun, the ones without gold in their name. Edited July 5, 2019 by figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted July 5, 2019 Report Share Posted July 5, 2019 You could buy a Browning with a trap fore end? I’m not keen on schnabel fore ends either, and when I take out one of my Winchester sporters I often put on them the trap fore end from my 8500. I agree regarding the red label. I’ve only ever seen one in this country, and it came up bang on the button; an extremely good fit. Well made and just about indestructible, like all Rugers, but it was in 20 bore so it didn’t happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokersmith Posted July 5, 2019 Report Share Posted July 5, 2019 8 hours ago, NoBodyImportant said: I really do like the look of the red label, and I can get them used for around $1500 but the lack of after market chokes is a turn off. But man they look good. Buy it and put it in the right place, it'll work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingman Posted July 5, 2019 Report Share Posted July 5, 2019 Briley will make you chokes if they dont already stock them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardigun Posted July 5, 2019 Report Share Posted July 5, 2019 The OP asked about a Beretta 690, and so far no-one has commented about one ! Two of my neighbors have recently bought 690's for game shooting, both having previously used 686 Game guns. Their performance has been markedly better with the 690's , possibly due to the stock shape, and the longer barrels , which make for a steadier swing . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shalfordninja33 Posted July 5, 2019 Report Share Posted July 5, 2019 (edited) I bought a 690 field 1 in 20 bore in February. like you I cant stand the schnable foreend, the rounded one looks so much nice IMO. I also have a 1989 686 onyx and the two are certainly different beasts, although not in a bad way. The newer budget 68 series guns are definately built to a budget these days, the 12 bores feel a bit fat in the hands compared to the older guns of which my 686 onyx feels more elegant. The 690 field replaced the 687, its a nice piece of kit and if it performs like my 686 it will be just fine. , Edited July 5, 2019 by shalfordninja33 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoBodyImportant Posted July 6, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2019 On 05/07/2019 at 05:22, shalfordninja33 said: I bought a 690 field 1 in 20 bore in February. like you I cant stand the schnable foreend, the rounded one looks so much nice IMO. I also have a 1989 686 onyx and the two are certainly different beasts, although not in a bad way. The newer budget 68 series guns are definately built to a budget these days, the 12 bores feel a bit fat in the hands compared to the older guns of which my 686 onyx feels more elegant. The 690 field replaced the 687, its a nice piece of kit and if it performs like my 686 it will be just fine. , That’s a good looking shotgun. On 05/07/2019 at 04:44, cardigun said: The OP asked about a Beretta 690, and so far no-one has commented about one ! Two of my neighbors have recently bought 690's for game shooting, both having previously used 686 Game guns. Their performance has been markedly better with the 690's , possibly due to the stock shape, and the longer barrels , which make for a steadier swing . Yea I think I’m pretty set on it. I just need to see it in person. High end shotguns are hard to find around here. I can’t buy a $2500 shot gun sight unseen. I need to hold it first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossy835 Posted July 6, 2019 Report Share Posted July 6, 2019 agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shalfordninja33 Posted July 6, 2019 Report Share Posted July 6, 2019 (edited) Thanks! I had to order this one as it’s a leftie. I saw a few right handed ones in the flesh and I was happy enough to place an order for one. The standard of woodwork varies somewhat from one to the other but I’m really happy with the wood on this. Edited July 6, 2019 by shalfordninja33 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alycidon Posted July 7, 2019 Report Share Posted July 7, 2019 Bought a new 687 in 1992, never had an issue with it. Recommended but check the fit, depending on your build a Browning/Miroku might be a better fit. A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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