Perazzi 20 GA MX8 SC3 Factory Master Giuseppe Zacchi Signed and Game Scene Engraved

Description:
The Perazzi name is synonymous with excellence, and this shotgun stands as a superb example of the maker’s craftsmanship. The blued steel barrels feature a single brass bead sight on the matted flat vent rib, wavy line border at the chamber, standard factory markings, Italian proof marks dated 2000, 3-inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and interchangeable chokes (“4” and “6” installed).

The barrels are paired with a coin-finished triggerplate action with removable trigger group, finely engraved with scrollwork framing game scenes. The left side depicts a pair of red-legged partridge in flight, the right a single grey partridge lifting from a branch, and the underside a stag skull with cross between the antlers — a reference to Saint Hubertus, Patron Saint of Hunters. The work is signed “ZACCHI” for Master Engraver Giuseppe Zacchi. Additional features include a single gold trigger and tang-mounted manual safety with gold-inlaid “S” indicator.

The shotgun is stocked with a highly figured, finely checkered walnut forend of English style with engraved forend iron, and a pistol grip buttstock finished with a black rubber recoil pad.

Accessories include a factory takedown case, snap caps, stock tool, and five extra choke tubes (“0,” “2,” “6,” “8,” and “10”).
Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): Bore diameter nine inches from breech both proofed and measured at 15.9mm (.626 in.); minimum wall thickness .039/.036 in.; drop at comb 1 3/8 in.; drop at heel 1 15/16 in.; length of pull 14 1/4 in.; slight cast-off; weight 7 lbs. 2 oz.

Condition

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue and 98% original coin finishes, some minor handling evidence, and a few freckles of spotting on the left side of the action. The wood is very fine, showing a few minor dings and scratches as well as sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good. A great opportunity to own a fine shotgun from one of Italy’s finest makers!

Shotgun Gauge: 20 Gauge
Serial Number: 117862
Barrel Length: 28 3/8 inch vent rib

Price: $20,549.99