Weatherby Regency 30” 12GA 2.75” F/M Trap O/U Shotgun Maple Wood MFD 1978
SOLD FOR: $1,475.00
LSB#: LSB250729TC080
Make: Angelo Zoli (Italy) for Weatherby.
Model: Regency Trap
Serial Number: R06890
Year of Manufacture: 1978 (AD 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: 30 inch with raised rib.
Choke: Fixed FULL over MODified.
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 maple 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” the drop at comb and heel is 1.25”. The shotgun weighs 8lbs 5OZ. The wood shows minor handling wear with the two most notable marrs being the small compression on the left edge of the cap, and a small compression on the left flank of the stock. There are no visible chips or cracks. The butt pad sits a little proud over the toe of the wood. Overall the furniture is in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued and coin.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The smooth bores are mirror bright and show no erosion or pitting. The bores show some moderate plastic fouling 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 9.75/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The barrels show some minor scattered marks with the most notable being some rub wear from the handguard that is concealed when assembled. Someone has added a piece of electrical tape to the inside of the forend to act as a spacer. The forend fits with no movement with the tape installed. The inside of the action shows some minor rub wear. The trigger is missing some of its finish. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this shotgun is in Very Good+ to Excellent 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 12-gauge trap shotgun crafted in Italy by Angelo Zoli. It features 30-inch barrels with a raised, vented rib and fixed full-over-modified chokes that deliver the patterns trap shooters 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 maple in a Monte Carlo configuration with a walnut-capped semi-pistol grip, raised comb, and vented butt pad designed for comfort and control through extended trap 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.
