Beretta Model AL390 Silver Mallard AL-390 20 GA 28″ Semi-Automatic Shotgun
SOLD FOR: $3675
LSB#: 230109RB026
Make: Beretta
Model: AL 390 Silver Mallard
Serial Number: V36241E
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1990’s
Gauge: 20 Gauge, 2 ¾” & 3″ Shells
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Gas Operated, Tube Magazine Fed Shotgun
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “P. BERETTA – MADE IN ITALY / 20 GA. 2 3/4″ AND 3 IN. SHOT SHELLS – 28 IN.”. The right is marked with Beretta’s three-line warning. The left of the receiver is marked “P. BERETTA AL 390 SILVER MALLARD – 20 GA.” in the middle and at the rear with “PATENTED”. The bottom of the receiver at the front is marked with three proofs and the date code. The right side of the receiver is marked “P. BERETTA / MADE IN ITALY” with the serial number at the rear of the receiver. The front of the forend at the gas vent is marked “BERETTA” in gold. The extended bolt release is marked “BRILEY”.The markings on the receiver are surrounded by scroll engraving.
Barrel Length: 28” Vent-Rib
Choke: The barrel is threaded for removable chokes. We believe that a skeet choke is currently installed.
Sights / Optics: The rib has a metal bead installed at the front. The rib is finely checkered for glare reduction.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a two-piece checkered walnut set with a finger groove forend, capped pistol grip, fluted straight comb, and a solid black rubber Limbsaver buttpad. There are scattered handling marks, scuffs and draglines on the forend. There are some tiny whitish scuffs in the finish on the base of the forend. There are some scuffs, draglines and shallow nicks through the finish on the buttstock. The checkering is sharp. There is some finish buildup in the checkering on the pistol grip. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 14 3/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the recoil pad. The recoil pad is slightly proud to the stock and has some scuffs and is starting to crumble on the edges. The pad is somewhat compressed but still flexible. The stocks rate in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue Barrel, Blued and Black Anodized Receiver
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, there is no erosion. There is some stubborn fouling. In this writer’s opinion
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are some scattered light handling marks, no major defects. The pin heads are unmarred. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun rates in about Fine Plus To Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. 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: None
Our Assessment: The Beretta AL 390 Silver Mallard is a lightweight semi-automatic shotgun with a self-regulating gas system that can handle a range of loads from light target loads to heavy hunting loads. The slightly hump-backed receiver harkens back to the earliest semi-automatic shotguns but the design and craftsmanship is all modern. With its high condition, it is really hard to believe that this gun from the 1990’s. This shotgun is in about Fine Plus to Excellent condition and is ready to bust clays or drop doves! Please see our photos and good luck!
As Always, Keep Your Powder Dry and Bid High!
-Andrew G.
