Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I 12 Gauge Over/Under, 28 in Barrels, 3 in Chambers, Optima-Choke HP, Engraved Silver Receiver, Italian 2024 Proof
This Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I stands out with its 28 in twin blued barrels, low-profile silver-finished receiver with factory scroll/floral engraving, and Optima-Choke HP system. It bears Italian CIP proofs with the IT24 date code (2024) and Beretta USA import markings, and features a single gold-colored trigger, neutral cast, and a measured 14.75 in length of pull.
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.
Mechanics: Top lever right of center; barrel fit good; automatic selective ejectors good; firing pins good; neutral grip and neutral cast.
Specific Condition Notes: The forend shows small blemishes, and there is minor handling wear.
What's Included
- Beretta factory hard case (molded plastic with Beretta logo)
- Beretta factory manual
- Beretta gun oil bottle
- Beretta choke tube wrench
- Beretta Optima-Choke HP flush tubes: Full (F), Improved Modified (IM), Cylinder (CL)
- Original box
The 686 Silver Pigeon I uses Beretta's Excelsior H.S.A. steel 28 in barrels with a ventilated, checkered rib and a small metallic front bead. The tubes are threaded for the Optima-Choke HP system, with the bottom barrel currently fitted with an Improved Cylinder choke and the top barrel fitted with a Modified choke.
The receiver wears a silver finish with factory scroll/floral engraving, including the Beretta trident roundel on the belly and an engraved top lever. The overall finish pairing is a silver receiver with blued barrels for a classic field look.
Chambers are 3 in with a 2-round capacity and a break-action layout. Controls include a top-tang sliding safety and a single, gold-colored trigger. The gun is set up with a neutral grip and neutral cast, and the length of pull measures 14.75 in.
Stocks are walnut with a pistol-grip profile, cut checkering, and a rubber recoil pad. The forend is a slim field-pattern walnut piece. Markings include Italian CIP proofs, the IT24 date code, BERETTA – GARDONE V.T. – MADE IN ITALY, and BERETTA USA CORP. ACKK., MD.