Weatherby Regency 32” 12 GA 2.75” Fixed F/IM Over Under Shotgun 1973 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,000.00
LSB#: LSB251109GH001
Make: Angelo Zoli (Italy) for Weatherby.
Model: Regency
Serial Number: R03024, All serialized parts match.
Year of Manufacture: 1973 (XX9 Date Code)
Gauge: 12 Gauge, 2 3/4” Shells
Action Type: Over Under Top Break Shotgun with Single selective mechanical Trigger & Ejectors. The safety does not automatically re-set. The barrel selector is built into the trigger.
Barrel Length: 32 inch nominal, 31.75″ measured.
Choke: Fixed FULL over Improved Modified as marked on the barrels.
Sights: The front sight is a large fiber optic bead affixed to the front of the rib, there is also a small white mid bead. The top of the rib has been finely serrated for reducing glare.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set on this shotgun is a checkered high gloss walnut set with a round profile full finger shelf forend and a Monte Carlo style walnut capped semi pistol grip stock with a fluted raised comb and vented rubber butt pad. The length of pull is 14.25″, the drop at comb is 1 3/8ths inch and drop at heel is 1.5”. The shotgun weighs 7lbs 8OZ. The stock has a slight right handed cast. The wood shows light compressions, minor nicks and handling marks throughout. There is a crack that runs all the way through the wrist of the stock at the rear edge of the tangs. The crack has been repaired with glue and the stock re installed. The repair is barely noticeable and feels very solid. The wood has been refinished and some of the stain bled over onto the butt plates. The butt pad is still semi-pliable. Overall the furniture set is in Good+ condition as repaired.
Type of Finish: Blued and coin.
Finish Originality: Original on the metal, refinished on the stock.
Bore Condition: The smooth bores are mirror bright and show no erosion or pitting. The bores show some barely visible plastic fouling and lines coming from the forcing cones. This plastic fouling should be able to be removed with a proper cleaning. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. The barrels show some minor scattered marks and nicks. The right side near the muzzles shows some surface rust freckling on the top barrel and rib. There is some surface rust freckling on the forend iron towards the receiver. The inside of the action shows some minor rub wear. The trigger is missing most of its finish. The markings are clear. Overall this shotgun is in about Good+ condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The barrel to receiver fit shows no play or movement. 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: This Weatherby Regency over/under is a purpose-built field and trap 12-gauge shotgun crafted in Italy by Angelo Zoli. It features 32-inch barrels with a vented rib and fixed full-over-improved modified chokes that deliver the patterns trap shooters and bird hunters demand. A large fiber-optic front bead and small white mid-bead aid in consistent sight alignment, while the coin-finished receiver is accented with fine scroll engraving that reflects the shotgun’s refined Italian craftsmanship and Weatherby’s premium presentation.
The stock is highly figured walnut in a Monte Carlo style configuration with a walnut-capped semi-pistol grip, raised comb, and vented butt pad designed for comfort and control through extended shooting sessions. Purpose-built rather than adapted, the Regency’s balance, geometry, and sighting arrangement all speak to serious clay target use, pairing Italian precision with Weatherby’s distinctive elegance. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
