Beretta S687 EL Gold Pigeon J687210 12 GA 28″ O/U Over Under Shotgun 1999

SOLD FOR: $2575

LSB#: 210402AD03

Make: Beretta

Model: S687 EL Gold Pigeon, No. J687210

Serial Number: N11941B

Year of Manufacture: 1999 (BM date code), Imported 2000 (https://www.berettasupport.com/applications/tech_data/schematics_results_2.php)

Gauge: 12 Gauge, 2 3/4? & 3” Shells

Action Type: Top-Break, Over/Under with Single Selective Trigger and Individual Ejectors

Markings: The top tang is marked “N11941B”. The water table is marked with Italian proofs. The bottom of the receiver is marked “MADE IN ITALY” and “S 687 EL GOLD PIGEON”. The trigger plate is marked “PATENTED” and the trigger guard has scroll engraving and the three arrow logo. The receiver has foliate scroll engraving that is continued on the lever and forend iron. The sides of the receiver are also marked “P. Beretta” in gold. The lockplates and bottom of the frame have engraved game scenes in gold. The top of the forend iron is marked “N11941B”. The left of the top barrel is marked “12 GA. 2 ¾ AND 3 IN. SHOT SHELLS – 28 IN.” and “P. Beretta – Made in Italy”. The right of the top barrel is marked with “Beretta USA Corp. Ackk. MD” and a warning to read the manual. Below the forend, the left of each barrel is marked with Italian proofs, the bottom barrel also has “-EXCELSIOR- HIGH STRENGTH ALLOYED STEEL”. The bottom of the bottom barrel is marked “29812 M”. The monoblock is marked with the serial number, Italian proofs and “BM” in box date code.

Barrel Length: 28?, Vent-Rib

Choke: The barrels are threaded for chokes and currently installed with Modified over Improved Cylinder

Sights / Optics: There is a bright bead mounted to the front of the rib. The rib is finely checkered for glare-reduction.

Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with schnabel-tip forend, pistol grip, straight comb, and a black rubber Beretta buttpad. There is a brass initial plate in the belly. The stocks have a couple light compressions and a couple tiny marks into the finish. The most noticeable marks are on the belly, comb, and top of the wrist. There are a few little scuffs, the most noticeable is on the right side of the buttstock just below the comb. The checkering is mainly strong with some light handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 14 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The drop at comb measures approximately 1 1/2” and 2 3/8” at the heel. The cast is about neutral. The pad has light wear. Overall, the stocks are in about Fine Plus condition.

Type of Finish: Blue & Silver

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bores are bright. There is no erosion in the bores.

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains approximately 98% of its metal finish. There is light handling wear. There are a couple tiny marks, most noticeable on the bottom of the bottom barrel at the front. There are a couple tiny marks on the rib, most noticeable on the left edge at the chamber. There is some light operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun is in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly including the ejectors. The action locks up tight with no play. The safety engages automatically when opening the action. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a blue Beretta hard case, a Full choke, snap caps, and choke wrench. The case has some light marks and scuffs, in about Fine-Excellent condition.

Our Assessment: This Beretta S687 EL Gold Pigeon in 12 gauge is a fine example of Beretta quality. With the immense quality of a Beretta, beautiful engraving and nice walnut stocks, this is a gun that comes alive in your hands and promises to be an absolute nightmare for both clay and flesh birds. Chambered for 12 gauge with a 28? barrel and capable of accepting a variety of chokes, this is a versatile gun that will be suitable for upland birds and challenging yourself on the Skeet fields. This shotgun is in Excellent condition with little sign of use. If you have an appreciation for the finest double guns, this Gold Pigeon is a fantastic gun you don’t want to pass up. Please see our photos and good luck!