Beretta SV10 Perennia III 12 Gauge Over/Under, 26 in Optima-Bore HP Barrels, Coin-Finish, Factory Engraved (2008)
This 2008 Beretta SV10 Perennia III stands out with its coin-finish, factory scroll and game-bird engraving, and 26 in Optima-Bore HP barrels made from Excelsior H.S.A. steel. It features 3 in chambers, the SV10 Q-Stock quick-removal system, and a right-hand cast-off stock with a neutral palm swell. A full set of Optima-Choke HP tubes is included.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: There is a small hairline crack behind the top tang of the action; a qualified gunsmith can address it, and it does not affect function. The shotgun shows ample life in the locking lug, a tight barrel fit, and timed ejectors. There is slight discoloration on the nano-ceramic forend iron.
What’s Included
- Beretta factory hard case (blue)
- Beretta SV10 Perennia manual
- Beretta Optima-Choke HP choke tubes (C, IC, M, IM, F)
- Beretta choke tube wrench
- Beretta-branded gun sock
The SV10 Perennia III is a 12 gauge over/under built on Beretta’s SV10 platform with 26 in monobloc barrels, 3 in (76 mm) chambers, and Optima-Bore HP geometry for consistent patterns. The barrels are made from Beretta’s Excelsior H.S.A. steel and topped with a ventilated rib and metal front bead. Capacity is 2, with a single trigger and a manual tang safety.
The receiver wears a coin finish with factory engraving that combines tight scrollwork and game-bird scenes on both sides. Italian proof house marks are present on the monobloc and action flats, with Made in Italy and Beretta – Made in Italy – Gardone V.T. markings. Barrel markings include OB HP 12 GA. 3-76-26 and Optima-Bore High Performance, with a bore diameter marking of 18.6 mm.
This example was imported by Beretta USA, Accokeek, MD.
The stock set is oil-finished walnut with a pistol grip, fine checkering, and a field-style forend. Ergonomics include right-hand cast-off and a neutral palm swell, along with a rubber buttpad and a 14.5 in length of pull. The SV10 Q-Stock quick-removal system facilitates fast stock access when needed.
It uses the Optima-Choke HP system and comes with a complete set of choke tubes: Cylinder, Improved Cylinder, Modified, Improved Modified, and Full. This example also benefits from timed ejectors and a tight barrel fit, as noted above.