1968 Beretta BL-4 O/U 12 Gauge Shotgun 26.25" Vented Barrels - VG+

Description:
Condition
This gun is solid and ready to hunt.  The furniture is in VG condition showing a couple impressions from a bump in pic 12.  It has a beautiful slim round knob buttstock.  The bluing is in excellent condition.  It has a 26.25" vented rib barrel with a IM over M fixed chokes.  These early BL-4 are tough to find.

Overview
The Beretta BL-4 is a classic, Italian-made over-and-under shotgun produced between 1968 and 1975. As the premium model in the BL series, it is widely praised by upland hunters and sporting clay shooters for its exceptional balance, lightweight handling, and rugged reliability. 

Key Features

• Action: Box lock design featuring a single mechanical trigger and automatic ejectors.
• Handling: Highly praised for being quick-pointing, responsive, and easy to carry on long walks.
• Build Quality: Features durable cold hammer-forged barrels and solid internal mechanics. It is essentially the mechanical predecessor to iconic modern platforms like the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon. 
• Durability: Built to withstand thousands of rounds, offering legendary Beretta reliability.
• Handling: Exceptionally lively in the hands, making it excellent for skeet or upland game birds.
• Value: Often considered a hidden gem on the used market, delivering premium Italian craftsmanship without modern price tags.

Specificatios

• Action: Break-action, Over/Under
• Production Years: 1968 – 1975
• Capacity: 2 rounds
• Trigger: Single, often gold-plated
• Safety: Tang-mounted manual safety 

Gauge & Barrel Specs:

• Gauge: 12-gauge 
• Barrel Lengths: Typically  26 3/8” (vented rib)
• Chokes: Fixed chokes, IM and Modified
• Chamber: 2 ¾” for 12-gauge

Dimensions & Materials:

• Weight: ~6 lbs 13 oz for 12-gauge; varies slightly by barrel length
• Length of Pull (LOP): 13.75"
• Stock & Forearm: Checkered walnut (pistol grip)
• Receiver: Engraved scroll artwork with a blued finish

This is a used item. While we do not test-fire our used firearms, we perform an inspection and function check to ensure that they are fully functional to the best of our ability. 

Layaway: 1/3 down, 90 days
Shipping:  $60, insurance extra upon request
Payment:  Personal Check, Money Order, Cert. Check, or Zelle
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Curio/Relic: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: Beretta
Model: BL-4
Serial Number: P05364
Barrel Length: 26.25
Chambers: 2 3/4
Ejectors: Yes
Condition: VG+
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: VG+
Bore Condition: Mirror
Barrels: Cold hammer-forged
Barrel Type: O/U
Action: Box Lock
Triggers: Adj Single
Stock: French Walnut
Butt Pad: Decelerator
LOP: 13.75
Rib: Vented
Finish: Oil
Weight: 6lbs 13ozs
Sights: Bead
Manufacture Date: 1968
Chokes: Fixed IM over M
Engraving: Factory
Case: Optional
Grips: Checkered Pistol

Price: $1,299.00
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