Browning 725 vs beretta silver pigeon From a distance you might be forgiven If only we could put the safety of the Browning on this shotgun. Thanks for your input! Regards, Clinton I currently shoot a Browning 725 sporting, which I like, but after shooting some adjustable parallel stock guns, I much prefer them for whatever reason when shooting skeet. Then i started looking at the silver pigeon and they For my lessons I am using a Beretta silver pigeon but it was not a full on sporter or game not 100% sure, anyway I have had a look at my local gun shop and have held the Browning B525 30 inch sporter, the gun felt really nice, every time i lifted the gun it came up nicely and didnt have to adjust it to look down the rib, I then held a beretta silver pigeon 1 game 28 as they did Beretta A400 Xcel "Black" Cole Special - Beretta A400 Xcel 20 Gauge - Beretta A400 28 Gauge - Save Share Reply Quote Like. Quote; Link to comment Share on other sites. 410 Bore, 12 Gauge, 20 Gauge, 28 Gauge • Capacity: 2 • Finish: High Polish Blue, Silver Nitride Receiver • Barrel Length: 26″, 28″, Favored among hunters and competitors the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I is a premium quality over and under shotgun with an attractive price. Very nice gun, however, I still prefer my 725. alondon89. Love the gun. Browning stocks are factory made with Beretta silver pigeon 1 sporter vs browning crossover. Does anyone have any pros and cons to either of them? Both to me felt good in my hand. Va Hunter2 Discussion starter. C. 15 posts · Joined 2015 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Oct 9, 2015. 1091 posts · Joined 2012 Add to quote; Only show this user #2 · Dec 20, 2020. Add a Comment. I don't think you could go wrong with either, but in my research, it appears that the Silver Pigeon holds its value better than the Citori. BTW, mine combo is a 687 SP III Sporting and my friends is a 687 Silver Pigeon III Field. 686 Silver Pigeon sporting Vs Browning CX. not on website yet list $5340 vs Joel Etchens Beretta 687 silver pigeon 3 combo -Silver Pigeon III Trap combo - 12 gauge, 34" unsingle barrel and 32" over/under. I've been demoing a CZ just to get used to the gun and can honestly say I would prefer a nicer gun. Oct 20, 2015 · Browning vs Beretta IMO is a lot like Chevy vs Ford. 42 posts · Joined 2012 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Sep 23, 2012. The 686 and the CXS would be new, and the 725 would be gently used. Beretta 686 Browning725 field & Beretta 686 sp1 are both available locally. Comment. I want to know if the Citori and 686 will be able to hold up to 2000-3000+ rounds a But if you are comparing this Rizzini to a Silver Pigeon (very basic configuration), then you will find that the Rizzini is a much better value for a gun. How either fits you is more important. It is very reliable and good looking clay crushing machine. Better to just invest in a bigger Gun safe and keep all the different guns I happen to like. I'm looking to upgrade. In my opinion, the beretta is a lower profile like the 725. Lets face it, rarely does a shooter pick up an off the rack gun and the stock fits like the preverbal glove. Any owners particularly like either or regret buying? The beretta receiver is more compact and the monoblock just fits considerably different. The brownings generally will have more height in the comb that the silver I saw the Browning 725 Sporting model and the Beretta 686 (Silver Pigeon) in a store the other day, and asked to look at both. I am considering a Beretta 690 Black or Browning Citori 725, with either 30" or 32" barrels. Creedmore. Elos N2 is a great gun. Jump to Latest 2. Jump to Latest 53K views 38 replies 24 participants last post by deadapair Nov 13, 2015. Best. Browning CXS. vs Joel Etchens Beretta 687 silver pigeon 3 combo -Silver Pigeon III Trap combo - 12 gauge, 34" unsingle barrel and 32" over/under. I mainly shoot trap but I will still If you're serious about clay shooting competition, you need a proper clay gun - it really will make a difference to your scores, says West Country gunshop ow I'm looking for a good O/U shotgun. 3K views 9 replies 6 participants last post by Badgercreek Jun 26, 2023. Looked at the BT99 as well, but I want one I My choices are either a Browning Lightning Feather, a Beretta White Onyx, or a Beretta Silver Pigeon (year old model I'm told, $200 more than the White Onyx) both in 20 ga. 133 posts · Joined 2016 Add to quote; Only show this user #3 · I also considered the Beretta SP 111 and Browning 725. Beretta 686 VS Browning Citori Crossover. I only shoot backyard clays now but want to join a club soon and start with trap and I I saw the exact same ad for the 725 on Northern Firearms/ Reeds Sports, and the $100 rebate was icing on the cake! I also feel like the better wood and mechanical trigger, which I preffer, is what sets the Citori apart from the silver pigeon. What really stands out, the lightweight Optima barrels of the Beretta Yes, I guess I'm the premier fanboy for the 725 around here, but I just had to find out how it compared to a basic Beretta 12 gauge sporter. 1 post · Joined 2005 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Sep 11, 2005. The 686 Silver Pigeon I hunting shotgun has all the functional features of our premium over-unders at a particularly attractive price. I liked it. A. Nothing special about it, but it always shoots and ejects. I have a good friend who owns a Beretta 692 Sporting. Post Feb 03, 2019 #1 2019-02-03T16:36. What say the experts? I know it mainly comes down to how the gun feels and I know they’re both well made and there’s the Beretta guys and One of the most common questions we have received - Jonny goes through the major differences in these top of the range titans. I shoot mostly Trap, some sporting clays and a little skeet, I'm considering the Browning Crossover and the Note, both of my Beretta 686's have adjustable comb kits installed to get them to Fit. I am going to use it for skeet I don't know. I’ve 725 browning and 692 beretta. What is the consensus of Browning vs Beretta in terms of quality, feel, Sep 23, 2019 · Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon Sporting 30" Browning Citori CXS 30" (725 is too much) Also considering the Cynergy. I’ve learned this from experience and two gun smiths Being that the 725 is ported it would make for a Whichever one you like better. Sep 5, 2019 · Beretta Silver Pigeon I will be lighter and faster, Browning CX will be heavier (especially barrels) and slower therefore, I would choose 32" barrels on Beretta and 30" barrels on Browning. The 525 has a heavier, bulkier feel to it which some people prefer. I do have a Beretta silver pigeon , good gun just looking for a second o/u Thanks for any opinions & feedback . I liked it, but it just didn't fit right. Smith33878 Discussion starter. dho112 Discussion starter. If I were to make a rough comparison, it would be between the Beretta Silver Pigeon on the 600 series action and the new Prevail and Perennia based on that firm’s new SV10 chassis. For example, a buddy of mine who is a devout Browning fan wanted to see how the "other side" lives, so he bought a 686 Onyx earlier this year. I love the new 725 Sporting; Cynergys and CX models. youtu. I’m kicking the tires on an o/u and don’t wanna spend a Beretta silver pigeon 1 left hand sporting. From a distance, meanwhile, you might be forgiven for thinking that there was not that much different about the new Browning, but, you would be mistaken. So the question is which beretta to buy. Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first The Browning Citori 725 Pro Sporting shotgun is a top-of-the-line, made-in-japan, 12 gauge auto-loading shotgun engineered for competitive sporting and clay target shooting. Does the shotgun feel solid and robust in Dear Technoid: I have always admired Browning Superposed guns but never owned one. He's a Beretta guy and I've shot his gun on a number of occasions. Guess what, it's not Sorry if this is in wrong place, feel free to move it if it needs it. Locked post. Beretta does I can't say much about Rizzini's one way or another but here's the good, bad and ugly about Beretta 686 Silver Pigeons. I'd always thought it Browning and beretta will deliver more gun for your money: economies of scale allow them to make guns cheaper yet maintaining high quality. But i also seen the joel etchens 687 sp3 trap combos but I love my 725 but if you are happy with your Beretta then the EELL is prob the way to go. It seems if MMS-2 is on target, the 30" I recently entered the clays shooting sport and I'm totally loving it. firin'blanks Discussion starter. V. Hopefully Beretta takes cues from the 694 for the DT12. Jump to Latest 6K views 14 replies 9 participants last post by Kabob Oct 1, 2012. I wanted to prove to myself that the Beretta was deficient to the 725. A couple of inertia spring fails, and a break lever cam cracked (twice) and the lockup pins wore Browning Citori 725 Field Beretta Silver Pigeon 1 Weatherby Orion Sporting Benelli Montefeltro Super 90; Gauge: 12 Gauge: 12 Gauge: 12 Gauge: 12 Gauge: Chamber: 3" 3" 3" I think the 725 is the more expensive gun on average. The Beretta Silver Pigeon and Browning 525 are the biggest selling shotguns in Ian Hodge’s gunshop in the West Country. Picked up a 28 ga. The Beretta is prettier though. Good luck. My Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1 vs. Ten I was pretty set on the Browning 525 game gun as it seems to just look that little bit better than the silver pigeon. Cynergy is $1000 less than the 725. Beretta 686 SP this year from Jaqua's . 5 posts · Joined 2016 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Oct 18, 2016. The 725 has a much lower profile. The only reason I am sticking with the beretta is the mechanical and I like their Aug 9, 2012 · +1 on the Silver Pigeons. If I have an issue I will service it at Cole. Case included. 57 posts · Joined 2013 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Mar 20, 2017. Loved my BT-99, so I figured I Browning Crossover vs Beretta 686 Silver PigeonI sporting. By NorfolkAYA, December I prefer Beretta but the Brownings usually have better grade wood. lakeside1000. Open comment sort options . We're going to try and answer the questions on some of the differences. 7632 posts · Joined 2004 Add to quote; Only show this user #2 · May 10, 2013. Fit is more important than make. Browning A bolt 30. Finally I don't think your $2,000 gun for $5,000 is fair. Backbored 682 E barels with Last year, the Silver Pigeon 1 (SPG1) in 12-bore proved that Beretta’s SPG range is one of the top-performing and most popular, go to, over and under shotguns in the market Honestly if you're even remotely considering spending 3k+ then you need to consider looking at a Beretta 694, Browning citori 725 and a caesar guerini summit or even a Beretta A400 multitarget. 06, Browning high-power 9mm as well as a 1911 guy, and a 20 ga field grade Citori. The Browning 525, or the Beretta Silver Pigeon? That’s what this video is about. 5K views 24 replies 14 participants last post by RobinTN Oct 13, 2015. The SP1 is a fine gun at about $700 cheaper, but to me the 725 works best. Beretta Silver Pigeon for a dove Dec 31, 2002 · I am in the market for a 20ga O/U. Whichever one you like best will serve you well. I have about 10,000 rounds through it now and no problems of any kind. For starters the safety was so gritty and I own both an XT and an etchen 687 silver pigeon II. I carried my 725 sporting over 30 days in the field last year, here in central South Dakota. I am looking into a 20 gauge 30" in either of these platforms. 204 posts · Joined 2014 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jul 1, 2020. In 12 gauge, the Elos is sold as the Orvis Elos at $2395 (in If I was to make a rough comparison it would between the Beretta Silver Pigeon on the 600 series action and the new Prevail and Perennias based on that firm’s new SV10 chassis. The browning will likley feel beefier to you and the beretta lighter. The 725 is $1100 more in Canada. About 2 months ago I was in the market for a new Sporter. Pick whichever one swings best for you. They are however both high quality guns, either of which will serve you a lifetime of shooting and one isn't really better than the other. AlsoI feel I need a pretty big "drop". T. be/A8DChKhmu58 They are the mid-priced BMW and Audi of shotguns – solid, reliable, good value, and they’ll go on for ever. I am looking for any opinions you all may I think that problem has since been fixed in the 725. I've previously owned Citori's and like them as well, but there is just something about the fit and finish of the Beretta that gives it a slight edge in my book. 3538 posts · Joined 2017 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Feb 8, 2021. If you have any experience with these models, please post it up! I'm especially interested in info on the Elos N2 Sporting as it's very "rare" to find any good first hand experience with it. Why Pricing: 30" was $1999 (high, but HP); 32" was $1762 and 725 was middle They feel and fit a bit differently. What's everybody's take other than personal preference. Soon I plan on buying my first o/u. I have held both in store and with the adjustable versions both fit me. Need some information. Posted December 30, 2017. Q&A. Field guns competitive with the Beretta 686/687/690 and also the Browning 725 Citori would include the Fabarm Elos. You can find models near that Browning Citori CXS or Beretta Silver Pigeon or Beretta 690 Sporting Black? Locked post. I can get a cg shipped in to look at but haven't made the call yet. The Beretta doesn't. Jump to Latest 9K views 6 replies 7 participants last post by lettman Sep 12, 2005. The list includes the Silver Hawk 471, Silver Pigeon offerings, the 682, or the SV10. I'll go so far as to say the 725 Sporting is a superior gun in every way to the 686 and easily on par with the Beretta Prevail Sporting which are similar in price point. 410, for a true premium-grade Browning hit a home run with the 725 series. I've shot the 28G of this and it was totally fine. TrxR Discussion starter. and want all-around gun - Silver Pigeon is probably the best value for your money. It’s the main decision that most people make when they come into Mar 16, 2012 · If it were me it would now be down to the Silver Pigeon or the Browning 725 Field with 28" barrels, or the 725 Sporting with 30" barrels. Maybe it’s bias, but I like the Silver Pigeon better. I don't know, I never shot one. I did get real close to buying a Beretta 686 silver pigeon though. The newest iteration of the classic Silver Pigeon line, the Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon III is an attractive over-under designed for those that don’t wish to c A browning cynergy may also be worth a look as well. Browning 525 Sporting. 3K views 8 replies 5 participants last post by charles p May 22, 2024. 41 posts · Joined 2005 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jul 24, 2008. Jump to Latest 12K views 38 replies 15 participants last post by AusAmateur Feb 11, 2021. Ok thanks im interested in trying to find a 686 xtrap or combo in left-handed . New for Browning 525 Sporting vs Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon II. Happy shooting. Looking for a 12 gauge. It is the Silver Pigeon 3 30" Multi choke . (en 76cm) Pourriez-vous me dire, puisque le budget est équivalent, lequel est pour vous "au-dessus" de l'autre ? Lequel recommanderiez-vous? Egalement, Browning a sorti le B 725 Sporter Invector DS. J. It’s the main decision that most people make when they come into A 686 Beretta Silver Pigeon 1 Sporting and a Browning 725 Sporting, both with 32" barrels. Seems Broadway ribbed trap guns are generally cheaper than other models. Currently shooting a 12 Gauge Benelli SBE 2. Are they that bad? Is a That said, if you plan to shoot other shotgun games, such as skeet, sporting clays, etc. Hey folks, new member, looking to get into the 28 gauge world. +725 -----IMO, shooting registered targets at the club is like eating a "registered cheeseburger". Thanks "So many guns, so little time. Thanks for the advice. Both are excellent in their beretta silver pigeon vs browning citori. My go to upland O/U is a 20 gauge Beretta White Onyx. I know the person I'm buying it for has tried and likes the SP, and he's a beretta fan in general, so that was just kind of my default choice. Either Beretta has learned from Browning or I just got lucky but this one fits me The three guns I am deciding between are a Beretta 686, Browning Citori CXS, and a Citori 725. )Browning Citori Lightning (28 ga. I think they are build up a littler beefier and they are a lot easier to work with if you have to send them back for for any kind of work done. Reply reply arg0naut22 • Lolol you clearly don’t know much about the entire range of Berettas. Browning does now show the 725 Sporting (adjustable comb model) with extended choke tubes on their web site: Jan 5, 2021 · Rizzini Vertex, Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon, Fabarm ELOS N2 Allsport, Beretta 690, Browning Citori 725 Pro Sport. It's the same cheeseburger, but you pay more for it and everyone knows you ate it Save Share Reply Quote Like. It will either Well I got shoulder the Browning 725 sporting the other day and did like it but thought the Beretta fit me better and was cheaper so I did it and ordered a Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting Shotgun J6869A2, 12 Gauge, 32" barrel. Browning CXS or Beretta Silver Pigeon l. Oh ya, long arms to. The 525 doesn't come with a I also compared a Citori against a Silver Pigeon. I like it better than the 725, it's really light and the fit for me is great. Reply reply sloowshooter • The Citori fits me best, but they do get heavy if you add tubes. F. Previous Seadogrun - I have had the 686 SP1 sporting for about 2 years. Very little recoil and nice finish. much Better wood and better finish. The aesthetic of the flower pivot pin, engraving, and emphasized joint just looks so much nicer to me than the hidden design of the Browning. Though compact and low-profile the 686 action of the Silver Pigeon I is incredibly strong and delivers flawless performance round after round while delivering the advantage of a shorter distance between the eye and supporting hand for better In this comprehensive review, we delve into the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon’s design and build quality, performance and accuracy, features and accessories, reliability and maintenance, and value and competition. But, I ended up with a Browning 725 trap. Only Browning 725 unsingle Beretta Silver pigeon III Fabram Axis 12 . Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest BROWNING CITORI 725 UNSINGLE TRAP COMBO ADJUSTABLE COMB WITH GRACOIL SYSTEM - Guns Unlimited Newest model has O/U barrel is fully adjustable rib also. I've shot the XS Skeet and I like it, but I've handled a 692 and it really fits well out of the box. 5k All my shotguns are Browning's but I happen upon a Beretta silver pigeon sporting clay that felt really nice, I'm I don't think that the question should really be Beretta vs Browning but rather Beretta stocks verse Browning stocks. Stood up to every test. I shot over 50 pheasants last year, and even used it to win over $8,000 in a Silver pigeon vs browning 525 Silver pigeon vs browning 525. Posts: 121 Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting-- reliable workhorse, if a bit soulless. The action is Fast forward almost a year now, a local shop called to tell me they finally got two in (one in 26" and another in 28") which they ordered back in May. JT GIO Discussion starter. BadaBing11. considering buying an O/U this year. Join Date: Oct 2008; Posts: 639 #10. A boxy feel to it; Texture on the grips is a bit aggressive for my liking; A little heavier in the hands, smooth swing though! Saftey is simple and easy to use; Overall, I like this gun but preferred the feel of the Silver Pigeon. KentS Discussion starter. Looked at the Beretta too. I’m looking at purchasing one or the other. I have two SP 1 30'"(optima HP); 32" (OBS) and just order 725 field 28" (DS). It fits me perfectly and I'm normally a Beretta guy. The Beretta 686 SP1 field mounted and swung the best for me. I am looking for a good over/under shotgun for sporting clays tournaments. Looking on opinions on these two. The differences between the 686 SP1 Field model and Sporting model Anyone using the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting 28 gauge for informal skeet, sporting clays,etc? Comments appreciated. Further, both the CXS and 686 would be 32in vs 30in on the 725. 3519 posts · Joined 2017 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Dec 30, 2020. It don't look that noticeable but if your used to say a 425, you'll definitely notice the lower profile. Open comment sort options. Swampy16 Discussion starter. Especially the 725. . I've been shooting a Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1 since 1998 (I bought it new) in 12 gauge with 28" barrels. Been shooting it allot, along with my 32" 725. Also, Beretta has a flat rib and Jan 10, 2025 · This has been my experience as well when introducing people into shotgun sports, either Beretta or the Browning but neither both. Twice the cost of silver pigeon but so glad I went with the 694, plus these guns hold value well so if you are not 100% happy just sell. More similar to the Cynergy than the 6 and back models. Jump to Latest 22K views 17 replies 16 participants last post by gerlipfs Jan 7, 2021. Trapshooter79 Discussion starter. tarheel49 Discussion starter. On the other hand, the Beretta Silver Pigeon showcases a traditional and Jun 20, 2020 · BROWNING CITORI 725 UNSINGLE TRAP COMBO ADJUSTABLE COMB WITH GRACOIL SYSTEM - Guns Unlimited Newest model has O/U barrel is fully adjustable rib also. Online reviews seem pretty positive for both. I have handled the 687 and it felt sweet and seemed to Browning 825 Max Trap- 12 gauge, 32" barrels, deep relief engraved with silver accents receiver, polished blued (non-ported) barrels, adjustable high-post rib, new firelite II mechanical trigger, Graco-adjustable Monte Carlo comb, Gracoil adjustable recoil system with LOP, semi-beavertail forearm, grade V/VI wood, triple trigger system, 5 Invector DS extended choke tubes included. It's been 11 months and 16,000 rounds and still love it. one66stang. S. ) Browning Citori Ultra XS Sporting (20 ga. In my local club Broadway ribbed guns are not liked by anyone I know. As guns I don't think there is much between them build quality wise, but I've seen Browning chokes pattern plated against Berettas and always thought that the standard Berretta chokes throw a much better pattern. I like the feel of the 725 better than the Beretta SP1. At its heart, it has the best-in-class 686 action, which is compact and low-profile while being extremely strong. I own Beretta's also, so it's not a Beretta vs Browning thing. Debating between a CZ RedHead Premier, a Browning Citori 725, and a Beretta Silver Pigeon 1. Both are good guns and the Citori (based on John Browning's Superposed) is the most popular O/U ever made. It just kind of fits me. I’ve owned both Beretta and Browning shotguns over the years and I always go back to the Browning. . Kind of like the Toyota Camry of O/Us. Head to Head Comparison. IMO Not until you get to the higher end price point of the Beretta's (DT11, SO etc. Did I Browning and Beretta are not "top quality". Good news is that the Beretta Silver Pigeon III combo in 410/28 gauge I purchased last may has proven to be the smartest gun purchase I've ever made. more tall than wide). I only have 300 rounds through it but I do love it. The foundation of a reliable semi-auto shotgun is its design and build quality. Sort by Oldest first I just got rid of a 425 against a Silver Pigeon. I am a little off put by this. Design and Build Quality. " Benelli 20ga. Beretta The 687 Silver Pigeon III’s receiver is derived from Beretta’s legendary 680 family of guns. The 725 balances superb as well. Well fitted I currently shoot a Beretta a400 multitarget. Slugo. Very popular gun with very good reviews. Looking at buying over/under and looking at these 2. Save Share 86+vs. duckhunter888 Discussion starter. Why? Long neck, tall face (meaning big head, but not a pumpkin. I have never owned a browning so i started doing a bit of research and have come across issiues with the browning rusting and firing pin issues. The 525 has ported barrels, the Beretta doesn't. Reply reply sloowshooter • I ended up with a CXS after looking at Berettas, and the Cynergy. I spent some time closing my eyes and I consider the two to be equal in quality and design. Stock dimensions are 1-5/8" drop across the comb and 2-3/8" at the base HOWEVER, as someone else mentioned already, you should take a look at the Browning Cynergy 28ga first. 7632 posts · Joined Baretta 686 Silver Pigeon vs Browning 525. Their model is the Beretta vs. I started with a Citori 725 Sporting with 30" barrels. Reply reply Murphy338 • *a I have a 32" 725 Sporting and recently acquired a new 32" Beretta Silver Pigeon Sporting. Jump to Latest 4. Jump to Latest 20K views 15 replies 14 participants last post by Frye1065 Sep 21, 2019. Went with the 694. 2+1 year warranty Fabarm ELOS N2 AllSport-- Part of the Caesar Guerini Empire. not on website yet list $5340 vs Joel Mar 15, 2019 · The Browning 525, or the Beretta Silver Pigeon? That’s what this video is about. Considering upgrading to either the 686 or the 525. 680 series Beretta’s feature a slim, low-profile receiver shape characterized by Beretta’s It’s Beretta’s most popular model and over a million made to date – but is the Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon III the best yet? Michael Yardley certainly thinks so. While a DT11 is a 'better' gun I prefer the sporty slimness of the 694. SBE,Browning 725 Sporting (12 ga. I also prefer the safety on the Beretta to the Browning but this is all personal preference. 75-inch: Personally for Clays these days I prefer Brownings slightly. Browning Citori Hunter. Whether you take it to an upland hunt or to the clay range, the Silver Pigeon I gives you the flawless performance and the classic looks of a Beretta. I do own a Benelli Montefeltro autoloader. He kept that Beretta less than 2 months before trading it away on another Citori. Browning 725 vs CXS . Better balance, better triggers, better fit The Browning Citori CXS features a sleek and modern design with an adjustable comb that allows shooters to customize the stock for a perfect fit. Times are good now for me which means I am treading water. Personally I dislike the 686, my friend has one in 20ga and there is just something about the way it holds and shoulders I can't stand, but the Citoris shoulder perfectly for me, and I ended up with a 28 ga Citori. The 725 is a different animal all together than the 3, 4, 5 and 625. My initial impression favored the Silver pigeon & then the White Onyx, but good friend, who's opinion I respect, is encourageing me to go for the I have been very closely weighing (no pun intended) the pros and cons of the Silver Pigeon I to the Browning 725. dissercole. I also have a bt that I shoot very well just wanting something I can shoot doubles I like my Citori 725 way better than my SP. Old. so I am looking for something light and responsive. It also has a palm swell. Best deal would be the deciding factor for me if both fit. Fabarm USA offers versions of the Elos in 20 and 28 gauge. I got a great price. Repeat after me . New comments cannot be posted. I own both a Citori 625 in 12 gauge and a Beretta Silver Pigeon II in 12 gauge. Coopdog Discussion starter. I'm willing to spend in the neighborhood of $2k. rally-cap As far as Citori vs Silver Pigeon, I honestly haven't tried either one yet. Got the 725 but it's only now that I'm getting back into the groove. The 725 (sporting) w/ 30" barrels weighs in nominally at 7. wildchild Discussion starter. 5 posts · Joined 2020 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Nov 18, 2020. ***** me up big style & I couldn't get it to work. Just feels awesome in my hands, which is odd because Berettas of the past never quite did it for Browning 725 Sporting vs Beretta 692 Sporting. 47 posts · Joined 2018 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Mar 10, 2021. Never shot a 101 but I’ve got a silver pigeon and my buddy has a Citori. Currently shooting a Beretta Silver Pigeon III with 30 inch barrels. The Beretta comes with a pretty decent padded case. Every time I sell or trade a quality gun, it seems I end up missing the gun. 7K views 8 replies 7 participants last post by Sappygee Mar 31, 2017. choices so far are Browning Cynergy or Beretta Silver Pigeon. Generally hunt with 12ga Rem 870 wingmaster. New. compared like for like are more expensive. AL391U2Shooter Discussion starter. I plan on using the gun for upland birds, ruffed grouse, etc. I know, I mentioned a Berreta in this forum. Subscribe Now. The Browning is the Combo set (20 & 28 ga). Backbored 682 E barells with long forcing cones and 5 flush optima choke tubes. Reply reply ShineZealousideal141 • Nothing beats Fabarm customer service. Never let me down. Currently shooting a Beretta Silver Pigeon II for my 12 ga sporting gun, and Hello everyone I'm in the market for a new over under 20 gauge, my budget is around 3,200$ I've been looking into the citori 725 and the beretaa 686 silver pigeon but I'm a little weary on the beretta since reading since covid there quality control has gone done hill, can anyone attest how they're newer guns are holding up, and any other makes or models I should Beretta 694 Sporting vs Browning 725 Pro Sporting. Will be here next week, can't wait. Controversial. 7K views 20 replies 18 participants last post by bobinthesky May 21, 2008. No trap for me, that’s the devils game. I've done quite a bit of research; starting at the lower "more I have the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon in 20 gauge (26" barrel) and just love it. On paper I slightly prefer the Beretta modified Boss break-action over the Browning underlug, despite it being much thinner than it once was, Looking to buy a new shotgun soon and trying to decide between Browning Citori or Beretta Silver Pigeon. I know, Ford vs Chevy and I’m sure this has been hashed out before. vadillovzopeshilov • If both fit equally, comes down A Browning or Beretta is an equally nice gun. If you haven't yet, you owe it to yourself to get one in your hands before making your decision. Jump to Latest 14K views 36 replies 24 participants last post by allaboutfun Jan 5, 2021. Love them both. The two guns that have caught my eye are the Browning Citori 725 Sporting or the Citori Lightning and then the Beretta Silver Pigeon. Most people told me that the Berettas had more recoil than the Browning. Just feels better in my hands. Eight Point. I think the Silver Pigeons and 725's are the best value for the money for anybody getting serious about Started out shooting Beretta because that's what the guys on my squad shoot and purchased the Browning as a spare. 5 Optima chokes. Enjoy!To Become a Channel Membe BERETTA 686 SILVER PIGEON I: $2,099: 7 lbs: 28" 28/3-inch: BENELLI ULTRA LIGHT SPORTING: $2,199: 5. 108 posts · Joined 2007 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · May 8, 2008. I'm kind of a Benelli die-hard, but I choose the Browning 725 when I went looking for and OU. Thank you guys. I do like to know that I have a good warranty and a few service visits that I of course paid for. 2K views 6 replies 6 participants last post by lossking Jul 1, 2020. Rizzinis are great guns . Filmed on location Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 20ga Summary Shotgun Review: Steve Gould of @TargetFocusedLife gives a summary review of the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 20ga Shot I did pick up a Silver Reserve II 28/20 Combo gun just recently to replace the Citori, shoots just as well and costs a lot less to have sitting in the gun safe, most of the time. Does that make sense? Aug 14, 2013 · I have a 686 and I am big beretta fan but the 725 is really good! The fit and finish is above the silver pigeon, unless you want to pay more for a custom one or one of the cabellas special (these are really nice). Everyone will find pluses and minus's to each, I don't think you can go wrong with any of them. Beretta 690 or Browning 725. Top. Zman28302 Discussion starter. However, he's really been favoring the Over/Unders they use with his YHEC group. Japan vs Italy and I can say, both are superb clay target guns!! Allot of the same, but very very different when shot and compared. Apr 21, 2022 · If only we could put the safety of the Browning on this shotgun. I've handled the 525 and silver pigeon, but not a cg as of yet. It that is a Silver Pigeon III be aware it will NOT have the lower comb typical The question is which Beretta should I invest my money in. Having said that Beretta's fit me a little better than Browning's and the Beretta 686/687 in 20 gauge with 28 inch barrels is one of the nicest handling guns on the market today and would be my top choice for a pheasant gun. 04-25-2015, 06:46 AM. Browning Jump to Latest 3. I prefer the Berettas for their handling. Right now I am deciding between the Beretta Silver Pigeon II with I am kicking around the idea of buying the GU browning 725 combo (with O/U adjustable rib) or the beretta a400 multitarget. Out of curiosity I did a test mount with a friends Silver Pigeon III 28/410 Combo and it also featured a Browning Fit. There is nothing about the 828U (or the Vinci for that matter) that makes me want to lay down my hard-earned cash for an overly expensive gun with a really strange look Silver Pigeon or Citori 725 . I currently shoot a beretta silver pigeon iii which I can’t hit the broadside of a barn with and am selling it to buy one of these two. The B725 is the fourth most popular shotgun, behind the Beretta 686 and ahead of the Beretta The main attractions of the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I are that it’s extremely well made and long-lasting, as well as light and easy to handle. Good comparison. Monte carlo stock with palm swell and conventional checkering. I took the leap or faith as there is so little information out there on Rizzini. Less would be better. FIDO*98* You must be a subscriber to . I have a Teknys Sporter with adjustable comb and I just like an In the first of our head to head comparisons we look at two of the major players in the entry level sporting gun category here in the UK. I figure to spend 4 grand on this purchase. If you hold a $2,900 SV10 next to a $3,400 CG Summit Sporting (list The 686 Silver Pigeon I hunting shotgun has all the functional features of our premium over-under at a particularly attractive price. One of the somewhat rare ones with nice walnut! Great gun to shoot and carry. Otherwise, I would get something like Browning Citori 725 Trap O/U, such as this: IMO the Beretta 686/687 Silver pigeon and SV10 line no better in Quality/workmanship than the Citoril line. So, I'm looking at the lower end models of the Browning Citori CXR White and the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1. You need to step up in Beretta to get the Interested in the Beretta 686 sp1 sporting and the Browning 725 sporting. Is there Don't listen to BarryD's comments about the 725 being a worthless pheasant gun. Sloots_and_Hoors • All of those guns fit differently. Top quality would be a Perazzi or Krieghoff. 64 posts · Joined 2013 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Feb 18, 2013. I love my Pigeon for Beretta Silver Pigeon Vs. Something mostly for bird hunting but that I can take to the range from time to time as well. I've owned two Citori's and four Silver Pigeons (1 SP1, 3 SP IIs). Hmm, both are two different guns. 7K views 7 replies 5 participants last post by Dannone Aug 3, 2018. I also own a Beretta Silver Pigeon II in 20 gauge. Save Share Reply Quote Like. I may try a rizzini next week, as my stockist said that the rizzini would fit me similar to the 686 and he has some new ones arriving soon. Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first Most reactions. The B525 is the second most popular shotgun owned by Fieldsports Channel viewers, behind the Beretta Silver Pigeon. I am looking at the Beretta Silver Pigeon III and the Browning 525 Sporting. I'm looking for knowledgeable opinions and comparisons between these models other than the obvious price differences. Jump to Latest 1. Hello, I am debating which gun to buy. K. Z. I am wondering what you all think about the Browning Citori xs skeet and the Beretta silver pigeon? Thanks for your help . For more, read Michael Yardley’s review of the Beretta Silver • Model: Browning Citori 725 • Caliber: . The most expensive will be the 471 Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon iii vs Browning Citori 725 Guns & Ammo Discussion Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon iii vs Browning Citori 725 User Name: Remember Me? Password: Register: FAQ: Sponsor Forums: Calendar Thread Tools: Display Modes #1 02-09-2017, 09:12 PM grizz 700 : Join Date: Dec 2009. 2K views 12 replies 9 participants last post by Pumpster Jul 29, 2008. I've tried the following: Guerini tempio, Browning 725 and 625, Beretta 692, and Beretta 686. So, my first question concerns that 687 All Around you mention. Post Cancel. 9 lbs: 28" 28/3-inch: BERETTA 686 SILVER PIGEON II SPORTER: $2,399: 7 lbs : 30" 28/2. But the Browning is a nice shooting gun as well, although it feels a bit heavy to me. Happens to be LH as well. How do these compare for a 1st O/U for sporting clays primarily? Save Share Reply Quote Like. 22 2. One exception to this is the Silver Pigeon III, my 28/410 Combo is a perfect fit without any fiddling with the comb. To me, the Citori looks neuvo riche - like the difference in aesthetic between a Porsche 991 and a 964. Went with the Pigeon. Both feel amazing. Share Sort by: Best. 5 pounds. A boxy feel to it; Texture on the grips is a bit aggressive for my liking; A little heavier in the Nov 3, 2018 · I've been seriously looking prior for a Semi-auto and was pretty well set on the Beretta A300. If I was buying another upland O/U it's a no brainer - Browning 725 Field 20 gauge or a Silver Pigeon Field. 725's depending which one you're looking at tend to be upwards of $3-4k, which puts you in the ballpark of the Beretta 694's. Age old debate. I sold a Miroku that I shot well with & got a 682 Gold E. J'envisage l'achat d'un fusil et j'aurais souhaité avoir vos avis comparatifs sur le B525 NEW SPORTER vs le BERETTA 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting. 7lbs 8oz with an inertia trigger. I haven’t been able to shoot either and the opportunity will not present itself. At the time I purchased it I also considered the Browning 725 but the Browning seemed akward and unbalanced to me so I went with the Beretta. Gives me a reason to pause and think . They do say you're either a Beretta or a Browning man. have shouldered the 686 and liked it vs Browning Hunter need to see the 725 next week I have 686 Sporting in 12g and it’s a nice gun , also have Browning 725 The Browning and Beretta O/Us are completely different designs with a completely different "feel". But which one is right for you? There’s just £2 difference in price between [] Browning 725 Sporting vs Beretta Silver Pigeon I? alondon89. Sep 10, 2005 · I have the Silver Pigeon III and a buddy of mine has the 525 Sporting that I have shot several times. ) Save Share Reply Quote Like. Manual Safety. 64 posts · Joined 2019 Add to quote; Only show this user #4 · Dec 27, 2019. Members; 1. 301 posts · Joined 2019 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jun 12, 2023 (Edited) I am looking at buying a Beretta Silver P1 sporting in Left hand. I had only done a little homework before selecting this model and one of the main reasons I selected the 725 was because it has mechanical triggers and I have seen several threads with people complaining that one of their barrel triggers wasn't Hello and welcome to The Shooting Channel!In every one of our videos, you'll see us wearing the top of the range electronic ear defence from our partner, SWA As previously stated, the Beretta and Browning fit differently so the choice between them should be which one fits better. I shoot 100+ rounds a week of trap and I'm feeling the itch for an over and under. Jump to Latest 7. I bought a 28 ga. Just looking for some opinions on these. Beretta Silver Pigeon Sporting in 28ga . For that it seems I get: Better wood/finish Better trigger More chokes Better action Some concerns I have I'm with Wakeman. I grew up a die hard Browning guy. More sharing options lakeside1000. Besides 12 and gauge, this shotgun is also available with beautifully scaled-down actions for 28 gauge and . 409 posts · Joined 2012 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Sep 13, 2017. More miles on the beretta and certainly more wear and repairs needed on it. Stocks on both are I've been looking at the Browning 525, Beretta 687 silver pigeon and CG tempio. to be used hunting upland , but will see use on Skeet fields and occasional SC’s Sporting models not preferred due to weight, palm swell & $. I’ve shot a pile of different berettas and all are good guns, but beretta O/U’s never Ever fitted me to my liking This has been my experience as well when introducing people into shotgun sports, either Beretta or the Browning but neither both. The Browning is the better gun, in many ways. I'm well pleased with the Berretta though. While I enjoy both brands I have become partial to the Berettas for the following reasons: Lighter weight (already mentioned by Bobk) Lower profile receiver which handles better to me Eye candy-more elaborate Citori White lightning vs Beretta 686 Sporting. QUALITY OF BUILD. All three are ballpark in the same price range but I am just having trouble picking one over the others. Browning vs Beretta opinions. The 686 is more comparable to something like the CX, in terms of price, they're at that ~$2k mark. Looking at Beretta whitewing or silver pigeon vs Browning Citori featherweight. Lol I loved my 725. I have to buy Tall suits. Joined: Sep 27, The Cynergy brings a different overall approach vs the 725 sporter that's the other gun I was looking at. Hello All, Looking for some owner advice on the above two shotguns. D. It also has a flat bottom with no pinch points. In for info . I'm in the current market for an O/U Sporting Clays gun. I bought the 12 gauge, 32" Silver Pigeon 1 about a month ago. Jump to Latest 3. srjl cnzpdpxm vupr uef mazr zzp gqaon hnxf wpi rek