Beretta BL-3 12 Gauge Over/Under, 26 in Barrels, Skeet/Skeet, Factory Engraved, Garcia Import (Italy, Late 1960s–Early 1970s)
This Italian-made P. Beretta BL-3 is a Garcia-imported 12 gauge over/under from the late 1960s–early 1970s, combining factory scroll engraving with practical skeet features. It has 26-inch monobloc chromium-molybdenum steel barrels with fixed Skeet/Skeet chokes, a ventilated rib with longitudinal lightening slots, and double gold-colored triggers. Italian proof marks and the Garcia Corp., Washington, D.C. import stamp are present, and the flats show period-correct Beretta markings.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: The shotgun shows some scratches and blemishes with small, infrequent pitting deposits. The firing pins are in great shape. The locking lug is nearing the 6 o'clock position. The barrel fit is decently tight with mild resistance when opening the action. Stock is cast off for right-handed use.
What’s Included
- P. Beretta BL-3 12 gauge over/under shotgun
Built on Beretta's BL-series, this BL-3 showcases factory scroll engraving with a rosette/angel motif and the P. Beretta Gardone V.T. crest on the receiver flanks. The barrel legend reads "P. BERETTA GARDONE V.T." and the barrel flats carry Italian proof marks alongside the Garcia Corp.
import mark.
The 26-inch monobloc barrels are chromium-molybdenum steel with a ventilated rib and longitudinal lightening slots. Chambers are 2 3/4 inches (CAM. 70), and the chokes are fixed Skeet/Skeet with "S S" stamps. Additional flats markings include "KG 1.340," "CA 11.70," and "S.55." A single brass bead fronts the rib for a clean sight picture.
Controls and operation are straightforward: break-action with double gold-colored triggers and a top-tang manual safety. Capacity is 2 rounds, and the top lever sits to the right.
The stock is set up with right-hand cast-off and features a pistol grip with cut checkering. A long field-style forend with diamonds checkering and a Deeley-style latch complements the receiver. Length of pull is 14 inches, and an orange rubber recoil pad with a black spacer is fitted.