The Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting delivers consistent performance for clay sports with its proven over/under action and left-hand specific design. This competition-ready shotgun features a 30-inch barrel configuration optimized for sporting clays and skeet disciplines. Beretta's renowned reliability meets precision engineering in this silver-finished sporting model.
What Makes This Different
The 686 Silver Pigeon I stands apart with its Optima-Choke HP system and competition-grade barrel regulation. Unlike standard field guns, this sporting model includes adjustable comb technology and extended forcing cones for improved pattern consistency. The silver-finished receiver features hand-engraved game scenes that resist wear better than blued alternatives. Beretta's Steelium barrel technology provides 36% longer barrel life compared to traditional steel construction.
Key Features
- Left-hand specific stock configuration with adjustable B-Fast comb system
- 30-inch over/under barrels with 10mm ventilated top rib and mid-bead sight
- Silver-finished steel receiver with hand-engraved upland game scenes
- Optima-Choke HP system with 5 extended competition choke tubes included
- Premium European walnut stock with oil finish and checkered grip areas
- Automatic ejectors and single selective trigger with barrel selector
- 3-inch chamber capability accommodating both 2¾" and 3" shells
Competitive shooters benefit from the gun's 8.1-pound weight distribution and 14.75-inch length of pull optimized for sustained shooting sessions. The adjustable comb allows fine-tuning for different shooting disciplines and ammunition types. Forcing cone lengthening reduces felt recoil while improving shot pattern density at extended ranges. Weather-resistant finish handles humid conditions common at outdoor sporting events.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 12 gauge with 3-inch chamber capacity
- Barrel Length: 30 inches with Steelium construction
- Overall Length: 47 inches
- Weight: Approximately 8.1 pounds
- Stock: European walnut with oil finish, left-hand configuration
- Receiver: Silver-finished steel with hand engraving
- Choke System: Optima-Choke HP with 5 extended tubes
- Trigger: Single selective with barrel selector
- Country of Origin: Italy
The 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting represents Beretta's four-century commitment to shotgun excellence in a purpose-built competition platform. Left-handed shooters gain access to the same precision that has dominated sporting clays podiums worldwide. This model combines traditional Italian craftsmanship with modern competition features that serious clay shooters demand.