Perazzi MT6 MT-6 Winchester Import 12 GA O/U Over Under Shotgun, MFD 1979

SOLD FOR: $2375

LSB#: 210628LH10

Make: Perazzi, Imported by Winchester

Model: MT6

Serial Number: 101096

Year of Manufacture: 1979 (AE Date Code)

Gauge: 12 GA, 2 3/4″ Shells

Action Type: Over-Under Top Lever Operated Break-Open With Ejector

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “Perazzi spa – MADE IN BRESCIA – ITALY / 12 GA 2 3/4″ CHAMBER” and at the chamber with “mt6” in gold, the right is marked “IMPORTER WINCHESTER / NEW HAVEN – CONN.”, the bottom is marked “ACCIAIO SPECIAL”. The monoblock is marked with a series of Italian proofs, “MTR”, “MAP”, “952” and boxed “AE” date code. The left of each barrel has Italian inspection marks. The left of the monoblock is marked “WP”. The top of the forend iron is marked “2062”, the inside of the forend is marked “111418”. The right shoulder of the water table is marked “0800” and “101096”, the left shoulder is marked “MAP”. The water table has Italian proof marks. The bottom-rear of the forend is marked “Perazzi”.

Barrel Length: 29 1/2″ (75cm) to the end of the choke tubes, Vent-Rib

Choke: Both barrels are threaded for Perazzi chokes with Skeet, 2, 4, 7, and 9 included.

Sights / Optics: There is a white insert in a base at the front of the rib and a small silver-colored mid-bead. The top of the rib is serrated for glare reduction.

Weight: 8 lb., 2.1 oz.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two piece checkered walnut with beavertail forend, pistol grip, adjustable straight comb, and black rubber AiRecoil Eliminator buttpad. The forend has a few short cracks and a small loss at the bottom-rear edge. The wrist has a pair of cracks in the left at the rear of the trigger guard and there is a shorter, thinner crack at the top tang. There are a few scattered light nicks, scuffs and scratches. The LOP measures 13 1/4″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the pad, 12 5/8″ to the back of the wood. The stock has been cut, but the removed portion is included. Drop at comb is approximately 1 1/2″, drop at heel is approximately 2″. The stock is cast off. The pad is still fairly supple with light wear. Overall, the stocks are in Good-plus condition.

Type of Finish: Blued, stripes on the receiver are Milled Bright

Finish Originality: Original

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

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 90% of its metal finish. The finish is thinning at some edges. There is handling wear in the guard and on the controls. The action shows operational wear. There are some scattered light nicks, scuffs and scratches. The lever has a slight plum hue. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun is in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly including ejector. The barrels locks up to the receiver with no play. The lever sits just a hair right of 6 o’clock. 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:

-Luggage Case

-Additional chokes in Perazzi plastic case

-Perazzi choke wrench

-Removed stock piece

-2x Azoom snap caps

Our Assessment: This Perazzi MT6 with its assortment of chokes should make for a very versatile gun. It is also very pleasing to look at with its sleek Italian design. This shotgun is in Very Good condition with 90% of its metal finish remaining, great bores, and some damage to the stocks. The action still locks up tight, so a little TLC or a new set of stocks will have you back out on the range or in the field. Please see our photos and good luck!