Beretta S687 Ultralight Deluxe 26.5” 12 GA 2.75″ O/U Shotgun MFD 2003
SOLD FOR: $2,011.00
LSB#: LSB251016K036
Make: Beretta
Model: 687 ULTRALIGHT Deluxe, JS68728
Serial Number: CAB0370
Year of Manufacture: 10-23-2008
Gauge: 12 Gauge, 2.75″
Action Type: Top-Break, Over/Under Single Selective Inertial Trigger and Ejectors, with auto re-setting safety.
Markings: The upper tang is marked “CAB0370 ULTRALIGHT”. The bottom of the receiver is marked “MADE IN ITALY P. BERETTA ULTRA LIGHT DELUXE PATENTED”. The left side of the barrels are marked “ULTRALIGHT BERETTA – MADE IN ITALY GARDONE V.T. 12 GA. 2 3/4″ -70- 26 1/2” -EXCELSIOR- HIGH STRENGTH ALLOYED STEEL-”. The left side is also marked with all the usual measurements and proofs. The bottom of the monobloc is marked “CAB0370” and “819565 CC”. The right side is marked with the ACKK address and a warning.
Barrel Length: 26.5”
Choke: The barrels are cut for Beretta Mobil chokes. The shotgun includes FULL, Modified, Improved Cylinder, Cylinder, and Improved Modified. 5 chokes total.
Sights / Optics: The top of the rib is finely checkered to reduce glare. The front sight is a silver bead.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a two-piece checkered select walnut with a traditional rounded Schnabel tipped forend, and a semi pistol grip, fluted straight comb stock with a rubber butt pad. The length of pull is 14.5″, the drop at comb is 1.5” and the drop at heel 2”. The cast is slightly right handed. The shotgun weighs 6lbs 3 OZ. The wood shows minor scattered marks from handling and a few small surface level lines with none being notable. There is a small series of marks on the left flank of the stock towards the belly. These are only visible in the right lighting. There are no chips or cracks. The butt pad is soft. Overall the wood is in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue and silver with gold accents.
Finish Originality: The finish is Original to the parts.
Bore Condition: The smooth bores are mirror bright and there is no visible erosion. There are some barely visible lines from use. The forcing cones show some barely visible plastic fouling. If this shotgun has been fired outside of factory testing it was very little. In this writer’s opinion the bores rate 10/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun is in Excellent-Like overall condition showing only minor handling and some sticky old oil in the forend that should be easy to remove with a proper cleaning.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly including ejectors. The action locks up tight with no play. The safety does set automatically and functions properly when set manually. 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: This shotgun includes the 5 chokes as mentioned above, a Beretta blue case, manual, paperwork, extra butt pad, choke wrench, and sling swivels.
Our Assessment: The Beretta 687 Ultralight Deluxe in 12 gauge is a beautifully balanced over/under shotgun designed for serious field use and upland game hunting. Manufactured in 2008, this model features 26.5″ barrels cut for Mobil Choke tubes, giving shooters the flexibility to fine-tune shot patterns for different game and distances. The overall weight clocks in at a lean 6.3 pounds, thanks to the aluminum receiver, making it an excellent choice for long days afield. The shotgun’s barrels are finished with a clean rib and discreet bevel, preserving Beretta’s understated styling while maintaining performance.
Aesthetically and functionally, this Deluxe variant features high-grade walnut furniture with cut checkering and a schnabel-tipped forend, providing both a classic appearance and comfortable handling. The furniture’s satin finish reveals attractive wood grain. The action locks up solidly, and the stock geometry is well-balanced for swing and follow-through. The Ultralight Deluxe delivers reliably responsive handling and refined shooting across upland terrain and the sporting fields, making it a top-tier shotgun for those who want both featherweight ease and full-bodied performance. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.