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Beretta Silver Pigeon Value
Silver Pigeon is a grade designation applied across several Beretta over-under models, most commonly the 686 and 687, denoting a coin-finished receiver with a defined level of engraving above base field grades. It is not a single model but a family of shotguns sharing this grade name.
- Type
- Over-under shotgun
- Production
- A grade designation used within Beretta's 68x series since the late 1980s
- Maker
- Beretta
About the Beretta Silver Pigeon
Silver Pigeon is a grade designation applied across several Beretta over-under models, most commonly the 686 and 687, denoting a coin-finished receiver with a defined level of engraving above base field grades. It is not a single model but a family of shotguns sharing this grade name.
Silver Pigeon shotguns are offered in numerous gauges and configurations, from field guns intended for hunting to sporting-specific versions built for clay target competition. Numbered designations such as Silver Pigeon I and III correspond to different engraving levels.
Because the Silver Pigeon name spans multiple base models and decades of production, correctly identifying the specific model number and configuration is important to understanding how a given gun fits within Beretta's broader lineup.
Variations
Beretta Silver Pigeon variations that matter
Configuration is often the difference between two otherwise identical examples.
Silver Pigeon I
An entry-level Silver Pigeon grade with lighter engraving coverage.
Silver Pigeon III
A step up in engraving coverage and finish compared to the Silver Pigeon I.
Field configuration
Built for upland and general hunting, typically lighter and shorter-barreled.
Sporting configuration
Built with wider ribs and adjustable stock options for clay target shooting.
Valuation
What affects Beretta Silver Pigeon value
We do not publish a price chart. These are the characteristics that determine what a specific example evaluates at.
Factor 1
Base model and grade number
Because Silver Pigeon spans multiple base models and numbered grades, correctly identifying which one a gun is affects how it is evaluated.
Factor 2
Gauge
Standard 12 and 20 gauge examples are more commonly encountered than 28 gauge or .410 versions.
Factor 3
Wood and finish condition
Stock condition and receiver finish wear are practical points buyers examine.
Factor 4
Barrel and choke completeness
Whether the shotgun retains its original barrels and factory choke set affects completeness.
Factor 5
Configuration match to use
Field versus sporting configuration affects how a buyer categorizes and evaluates the gun.
Factor 6
Case and accessories
An included factory case and chokes contribute to overall presentation.
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