Italian Benelli 828U 828-U Silver 30″ 12 Gauge 3″ O/U Shotgun Criochokes
SOLD FOR: $2,800.00
LSB#: LSB260225RB019
Make: Benelli
Model: 828U Silver
Serial Number: BS025729X18
Year of Manufacture: 2018 (CT date code)
Gauge: 12 Gauge, 2 3/4″ & 3″ Shells
Action Type: Top-Break, Over/Under with Single Selective inertial trigger, impulse activated ejectors, removable trigger group and auto re-setting safety.
Markings: The top of the receiver is marked with the serial number under the lever, each side is marked “828U” at the front, the bottom is marked “MADE IN ITALY” with a Benelli logo and “BENELLI ARMI URBINO / BENELLI USA CORP / ACCOKEEK MD”. The left of the top barrel is marked “12 GA. 3″-76mm – FOR 2 ¾” OR 3″ SHELLS / READ OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE USING GUN”, the left of each is marked with an Italian proof. The bottom of the monoblock is marked with two Italian proofs, “CT” in box date code and the barrel serial number marked on the included label. The bottom of the bottom barrel is marked “46 17-338”. The right of the top barrel is marked “BENELLI ARMI S.P.A. – URBINO – MADE IN ITALY”.
Barrel Length: 30″, Carbon-Fiber Vent-Rib
Choke: The barrels are threaded for Crio chokes with Modified over Improved Cylinder installed. Also included are Full, Improved Modified, and Cylinder. 5 chokes total.
Sights / Optics: There is a red fiber-optic bead in a base at the front of the rib.
Weight: 6 lb., 12 oz.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set is a two-piece fish-scale checkered, AA-Grade walnut with finger shelf forend, ambi palm swelled pistol grip, fluted straight comb with black rubber comb and black rubber Progressive Comfort recoil pad system. The LOP measures 14.5″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the pad. The drop at comb and cast are adjustable using the included shim kit. The wood shows a few very minor compressions. There are no chips or cracks. The butt pad and comb show only minor handling. Overall the furniture set is in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue & Nickel-plate Alloy
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are mirror bright showing no erosion or pitting. There are some barely visible lines from use and some barely visible plastic fouling in the forcing cones. If this shotgun was fired outside of factory testing it appears to have been very little. In this writer’s opinion the bores rate 10/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. The barrel set shows some very minor scattered marks mainly from the forend that are concealed when assembled. The monobloc shows some very minor rub wear. The markings are clear, and the pins un-marred. Overall this shotgun is in about Excellent+ condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The action locks up tight with no play. The safety engages automatically when the action is opened. 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 a Benelli plaid lined case, red barrel tube, product card, the 5 chokes, manual, paperwork, oil, choke wrench, shim and cast kit, spring tool, and parts case.
Our Assessment: This Benelli 828U Silver is a modern 12 gauge over/under featuring 30-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers and Benelli’s Criochoke system for interchangeable chokes. Known for blending traditional styling with innovative engineering, the 828U stands apart from conventional over/unders with its lightweight design and advanced materials. This example is fitted with walnut furniture and a carbon fiber rib, contributing to both reduced weight and a distinctive contemporary look while maintaining classic field aesthetics.
A key feature of the 828U is its shim and cast adjustment system, allowing the shooter to fine-tune stock fit for drop and cast, an uncommon level of customization in an over/under platform. It also utilizes Benelli’s impulse-activated ejectors, which only engage when a shell is fired, leaving unfired shells to be lifted rather than ejected, an especially practical feature in the field. Overall, it represents a highly refined and innovative shotgun, combining adjustability, lightweight construction, and unique mechanical features with the reliability expected from Benelli. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!! – R.L.