Beretta 687 vs browning 725 If you really want nimble I would advise you get a 28 gauge shotgun. I've done quite a bit of research; starting at the lower "more I bought a Browning 725 combo to replace my Beretta 391. Both shotguns represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship and offer excellent performance in their respective ways. I’ve looked at Brownings, but they allegedly (don’t know Conclusion: The Citori CXS and Silver Pigeon Are Both Great Shotguns. Cause is a poor job of Furnace Brazing and the only fix is to replace the barrel set. Watch the showdown video above and see which one I choose or if you prefer to read, keep on reading my friend. Just feels awesome in my hands, which is odd because Berettas of the past never quite did it for Browning 825 December 16, 2024; Browning B725 vs. Looking on opinions on these two. vs the Browning 20 ga. Weight with either barrel mounted is 6 lbs. I shoot ok with it. I have 2 shotguns that I can shoot without thinking about it because the fit is perfect. JMHO YMMV . Dimensions are 1 7/16" X 2 1/4" with 14 5/8" LOP, weight is 6 lbs 3 oz. Both are beautiful a Both are beautiful a Before practicing Olympic Trap, I and my team member practiced with American Trap. Jump to Latest 5K views 11 replies 6 participants last post by BarryD Oct 12, 2013. I own a Berreta 687 DU, which is something in between a 687 EL and EEL. Or you could go with one of the aftermarket choke makers and get something different; a lot of guys here Beretta 687 Combo Browning 725 Combo. XT. 1 2 of 4 Go to page. Special Beretta A400 Xcel 30" Remington 1100 Tristar Viper G2 Savage 755a Sears 66 12ga Savage 311 SxS Yildiz SPZ ME. Share Sort by: Best. But, as they say, the the highest form of flattery is imitation. I have also owned a Maxum Sporting with 34" tubes that still balanced at the hinge. The 725 Browning in a 32" gun would make a very good all a round gun. Beretta 686 vs Beretta 692. reyper. Made in Beretta's premium shop, it features side plates with hand-chased engraving, Prince of Wales grip, long fitted tang, and fine checkering. It also has a flat bottom with no pinch points. 5K views 6 replies 5 participants last post by bozack Aug 5, 2020. I Shoot my 725 more because of the adjustable comb. Some folks like the fit of both Berettas and Brownings, but most people prefer one or the other. Just in 12 ga. Otherwise, the fit is totally different. Location: SW Florida. I would base my decision on weight and fit vs function and personal preferences. The 725 and 692 are competition guns and priced in $3-$4k range vs $2k for 686's The barrel technoligy in Beretta is more advanced in Steelium barrels. The Beretta does not fit me well, kicks hard and whacks my cheek like a boxer's jab. To Become a Channel Member and give Beretta Sporting 686 vs 687 vs 694 . Beretta O/U's, go to Browning 525 Sporting vs Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon II. The subtle upgrades in design are what you would expect in the evolution of the line. I like that the Fabarm is owned by CG and hear that Fabarm has very good quality guns, just new to the scene in the U. I haven't shot the Benelli. I currently own (1 year and 7,000 clays) a 725. For some reason I can shoot the Brownings and hit much better with them than the Berettas I've shot. 686 Rose & scroll engraving, 687 has birds. By having the "custom" Stock Lock made, I am now shooting more heads up with better recoil reduction. Browning 525 Sporting vs Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon II. D. 1 2 3. Benelli 828U Sport vs Beretta 692. The 725 is $1100 more in Canada. The Berettas they have a wide range of o/u’s with a corresponding wide range of prices. 325 and a beretta 687, the 687 is a 28" barrel and the 325 is a 30" but don't realy get on well with either. tractman said: I'm not sure but I The B725 is the fourth most popular shotgun owned by Fieldsports Channel viewers, behind the Beretta Silver Pigeon, the Browning B525 and Beretta 686, and ahead of the Beretta 687. Jump to Latest 5. 441 posts · Joined 2007 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Dec 28, 2007. Save Share Folks, seeking opinions and reviews: I will soon be taking the step to make a trade for a new trap gun. As of Beretta 687 vs 692. 721 posts · Joined 2014 Add to quote; Only show this user Any of the EELL grade from Beretta is beautiful. There are some things I like about the Beretta, the comb is way more comfortable and the grip fit my small hands better than the Browning but the 725 has a much steeper grip than the older guns and I've shot a couple The 725's wood quality approaches the 682; at least in my caseand the many I have seen online. 3538 posts · Joined 2017 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Feb 8, 2021. Looking at his 725 and my Beretta you can see a difference in both guns. I have tried many and find the 1980s Browning Citori well to my liking. Enjoy whatever you shoot and learn to shoot it well !!! The new Citori 725 is the evolution of John M. I can tell you first hand that all the guns are good and you will not wear out any of then in your life time. Pick whichever one swings best for you. Friend of mine just purchased a 32" 692 Sporter and I had the chance to shoot a 50 target round with it last Beretta A400 multitarget vs 694 . It was by far my favorite UNTIL one day I picked up a Browning 525 20ga in 26" and it fit like a $1500 custom fit job. 725 sporting vs cx vs cxs 12 gauge. 5 posts · Joined 2020 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Nov 18, 2020. the Browning, but you can buy all the extended chokes you will ever need for Sporting Clays for $250 from Beretta, if you find that you care, and these factory extended chokes are nice. Both are great guns. I also have a Summit and Magnus Guerini. I don’t pre-mount for sporting clays and do a lot of dove/quail/pheasant hinting and prefer the Berettas for those The Beretta 692 Sporting Over/Under Shotgun is designed specifically for sporting clays competition and other shooting sports. PourOne55 Discussion starter. Just clean then a put some oil and grease on the hings. Considering these two for my next trap gun. I recently discovered a 686 special (owned by another member here) that has birds engraved. clayshard. KentS Discussion starter. Shotgunbutch · Registered. If you like one, you will probably not like the other. I have held both in store and with the adjustable versions both fit me. 248 posts · Joined 2011 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Feb 28, 2022. 742 vs Beretta . They do say you're either a Beretta or a Browning man. The Beretta seems more "lively" in my hands I see where Browning has released the new Browning 825, in field, trap and Sporting models. 778 posts · Joined 2018 Add to quote; Only show this user #3 · Feb 19, 2020. This list doesn’t include the Beretta EELL guns that are produced in the single digits and start at $10k for the EELL 686. Monte carlo stock with palm swell and conventional checkering. W. I guess after all, it is a matter of personal preference. Curious as to if anyone has tried both of these and could give me pros and cons to both of them. 945 posts · Browning Citori WL Or Beretta 687 SP3. Very popular gun with very good reviews. A troll or just not well educated on what makes a quality O/U shotgun. Browning Cynergy I use a Browning 725 for skeet and I love it. 1 2. I used to shoot 20-23 routinely and twice 25 on skeet with a 410 so I used to be ok. The CZ is perfectly serviceable, but am looking for something new. April 26, 2020, 01:18 PM #15: kymasabe. I use this gun now for Trap, Skeet, & 5 stand. Around three-quarters of our viewers are Browning or Beretta owners, and they give their guns similar scores for Beretta 687 vs 692. I've decided that both Browning's are going and I'm going to buy a 12 gauge Beretta . I'm kind of a Benelli die-hard, but I choose the Browning 725 when I went looking for and OU. Beretta 682 Gold E vs 692. I like 20-bores with 32in barrels — they are not for everyone but I shoot the 725 with the long tubes. I shoot a Beretta, because it fits. Hello All, Looking for some owner advice on the above two shotguns. If ever needed, I also have the unmolested original KX-6 stock. Also, Beretta has a flat rib and Browning CX has mid rib so, a better comparison would be between the former and Browning CXS - a flat rib sporting version I had Gracoils on my past Browning 725 and Beretta 687. In a high-grade Browning they're a little bit more brittle but you get a lot more looks for your money certainly than the Beretta - Berettas aren't famed for their exotic The B725 is the fourth most popular shotgun, behind the Beretta 686 and ahead of the Beretta 687. V. That said I do agree the Beretta DT-11 is a higher end competition gun than the 725 but their is nothing wrong with shooting a lower priced gun. For those of you who are very familiar with the 725 Citori, what advantage does the sporting have over the field to warrant the price I love my 725 but if you are happy with your Beretta then the EELL is prob the way to go. Save Share We took out the Browning 725, Beretta 690 and Silver Pigeon together with a Miroku MK60 with 32in barrels. I have not shot it much since it spent the 1st 6 months of its life in repair shops. First, most folks either shoot a Browning or Beretta well. 20 ga. The new Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon III over-and-under shotgun is based on its tried-and-true 680 platform and available in Browning Citori: A Redesigned Superposed; New For 2024: TriStar Arms The design & feel of the Browning CXS 20 ga. Beretta 692 vs Sv10 Prevail Iii. The 692 is a dedicated trap gun and I have had no problems with after 10-12,000 rounds. Now they have higher grade 725s. I like the 725 sporting models. Senior Member . He I’ve owned a Browning Crossover, nice gun. Only show this user. Cold and snow here. Sold collection many years ago and started with above Beretta after Beretta 686 VS Browning Citori Crossover. BOXMAN76 · Registered. Reactions: jtray. I personally shoot a Beretta better then the Browning. From stricktly a cost analysis the 725 made since over the DT11 but I really liked to looks of the 682. B. +725 -----IMO, shooting registered targets at the club is like eating a "registered cheeseburger". They are the mid-priced BMW and Audi of shotguns – solid, reliable, good value, and they'll go on for ever. You can see it, prices and a video on their website. And it went home with me. Browning Citori 725 vs Beretta 692. The Beretta Silver Pigeon and Browning 525 are th I have a Browning 425 I like the gun but when I picked up the 725 sporting it felt better balanced. Backbored 682 E barells with long forcing cones and 5 flush optima choke tubes. I have an a400 xcel and browning 725. 4K views 7 replies 8 participants last post by DamonL Apr 24, 2022. In 12 gauge, the Elos is sold as the Orvis Elos at $2395 (in My Beretta 686 and 687 have both mechanical triggers. 00 over a 682 Gold E. MNCoyote Discussion starter. By the way both of my barrels on the Beretta are regulated. 41 posts · Joined 2005 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jul 24, 2008. G. Head to Head Comparison. My There is a new Browning Heritage coming out soon, it may all ready be available, it has the best deep scroll engraving and being a Browning will be a top gun as standard, it may 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 Sporting and feel the 725 is a bit sleeker and may fit me a bit better The 28g 686 is totally different gun than the 12g sporting , makes sense as it’s very sleek and tapers nicely . Slugo. opfats · Registered. First issue, the bottom barrel tube on the 28 gauge leaks cleaning solution at the seam between the Monoblok and barrel tube. Browning 725 Combo vs Joel Etchen Beretta SPIII Combo. The 725 is much improved, and I would use it Have Browning 28 Citori, but 20 ga magiums hit harder! Have several sporting clay guns: SV10 Prevail (nice gun); two SP1 (HP) Browning Crossove Target (shoot high 60/40%) Other fields guns Browning B27; B725, Beretta A400; Weatherby Athena V (combo) Waterfowl: Extrema 2 camo; M1 Camo; Browning Satin Hunter 3 1/2"; Beretta Onyx 3 1/2" I have owned both the Beretta 682 and Browning XS skeet and liked both firearms. Sort 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 The Joel Etchen 687SPII combo will save you roughly $1000. Anyone who thinks a 725 can compare with a DT-10/11 is just one of two things. K. Thanks,-JB . 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 But since were on the 725 subject I must bring this up, yesterday me and my 2 friends went shooting and I brought along the 725 and the beretta. The Beretta 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon is the top of the line of Beretta's 680-series over-under shotguns and will shine in any upland hunting situation. High Rib 725, Citori CXS, Cynergy, or any other brand fits or it doesn Edit: Browning or Beretta either one will work. 1389 posts · Joined 2006 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jul 9, 2020. In MHO I think the Browning barrels are heavy . Hi all, I'm looking to purchase a new O/U since I don't own one yet. Discussion Concerning fit between Browning and Beretta, they are too close to call. Field guns competitive with the Beretta 686/687/690 and also the Browning 725 Citori would include the Fabarm Elos. I started in E class and after 1 season I am up to 3 punches in B class. Deals. My 2 Daher meine Überlegung: B 725 G5 in 76 cm LL. 17 posts · Joined 2014 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jan 7, 2016. XTrap I’ve had several Brownings. 30" 20 Gauge Beretta 687 III COMBO 20-28 Beretta A400 Black Edition 30" Beretta 682 Sporting 30" Beretta 694 Sporting 30" Save Share Reply Quote Like. 4. birdshooter · Registered. Browning Citori 725 Sporting vs Beretta 692. The low-profile receiver provides for a fast swing and I have really been wanting a good Unsingle shotgun for the money, and I have narrowed it down to the the Browning Citori 725 Unsingle and the Fabarm Axis RS 12 Trap Unsingle. Well the 825 is replacing the 725. IMO the Beretta 686/687 Silver pigeon and SV10 line no better in Quality/workmanship than the Citoril line. 7632 posts · Joined Browning CXT vs 725 Trap. Cabela has a special Onyx Pro with grest wood 686, with 687 Turkish wood, like Cloes. I am absolutely new to this board (This is my first post) as well as being niave to O\U shotguns and want to get one for Interested in the Beretta 686 sp1 sporting and the Browning 725 sporting. The new 725 receiver is significantly lower than other Citori 12 gauge receivers, yet the 725 shares the renowned durability of generations of Citori over and unders with the same rugged full-width hinge pin and tapered Browning 725 vs CXS . All of them feel completely different. Looked at the Beretta too. Beretta S687 vs Browning Sporter Ultra for skeet upvotes I don't know. Riot_Ranger • Me, being one of the few here who doesn't own a shotgun and is only here for the photos The high-performance Citori 725 over and under shotgun is the evolution of John M. TXGREG. Not quite the same but I have a 725 Citori Sporting and 687 SP3 (which is mechanically identical to the 686) and prefer shooting the Browning. People say they are equivalent. Stock dimensions are 1-5/8" drop across the comb and 2-3/8" at the base of the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon Sporting 30" Browning Citori CXS 30" Browning 725 Citori Sporting (This is pushing it for me money wise) Browning Cynergy CX 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. NP 30" - 1963 F/N B25 Broadway Trap 32"- Browning A5 Ultimate 30"- Rizzini BR110 Sptg. Silver pigeon III 687 Etchen special. If you're not adverse to adjustable combs then any of the guns can be I am debating between a Beretta 687 Jeol Ethen combo and a Browning 725 combo. Zumindest die gefundenen Bilder im Netz schauen echt nett aus, wobei die rel. Browning Citori vs Beretta White Onyx 686. Those are the other contenders I was deciding when I choose my first O/U. Jump to Latest 3. Browning owners reckon they get significantly better I didn't notice I did I typo, yes I have. MSRP . I’m shooting an older Citori field grade 30” fixed choke gun now, and I think I’m ready to move into a more dedicated trap gun. You'll have about 6 1/2 lbs. 732 Beretta 694 Sporting vs Browning 725 Pro Sporting. jml Discussion I have 4 Beretta o/u,s and love every one. 2359 posts · Joined 1998 Add to quote; Only show this user #3 · Dec 27, 2019. Ammo Reviews Gear Reviews Gun Reviews. Browning 725 Sporting vs Beretta 692. Rizzini) and that does affect handing. I went with the 725 adjuable comb. Join Date: June 10, 2005. I have owned Beretta 687 Combo (JEG version), DT10 combo, and now a 692 xtrap o/u Let me say yes there is a progression in design and engineering between them. DT11 have 19" cones, 692 have 14" and 686/7 have 2 1/2" vs Browning 3" forcing cones. Beretta 686 December 13, 2024; Beretta 688 Performance Review December 12, 2024; Recent Comments. At the time the 725 was on sale so I went with it, had I more money I would have I think there is a difference in the 725 sporting and the silver pigeon sporting. Recoil muzzle rise and swing there all good reliable guns. I am very happy with my switch from a 725 to the Etchen 687 Combo. 64 posts · Joined 2013 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jan 14, 2014. Comes in premium Beretta case with 5 flush optima HP chokes. Jump to Latest 2. I got the gun back last April and it was too late to start shooting it because trap season was about to start, and I didn't want BERETTA 687 EELL FIELD CLASSIC 20ga 28" with POW and Game Scene engraving. 1) Beretta 28/410 combo 687 SPIII with the EELL wood upgrade purchased May of 2021. Go. I've read a lot of good things about the 725. Open Turkish Walnut (Beretta), American Walnut (Browning). This morning after our weekly practice shoot, some of the scholars I shoot with and I went to lunch and I told them I had narrowed my choice down to one of the new Browning 725 Traps or a Beretta 686 Onyx. 725 Just The Browning 725 Sporting is a lower profile gun, has the "mechanical-ish" trigger and 32" barrels. Beretta 687 Combo Browning 725 Combo. Swampy16 Discussion starter. The Beretta could be a better choice only if you want to do this. Big problem with Browning 725 sporting???? Jump to Latest 21 - 40 of 46 Posts. Joined Jan 11, 2021 · 322 Posts. Rocketdog Discussion starter. Browning Cynergy Mine was Browning 725 and the other was Beretta 694. These are both 20ga field guns, but only one can come out on top. Browning have larger bore say . 738-. birdshooter Discussion starter 2095 posts · Joined 2005 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Oct 10, 2013. Joined Aug 2, 2005 · 2,095 Posts #24 · Aug 11, 2012. Jump to Latest Either Beretta has learned from Browning or I just got lucky but this one fits me perfectly and I didn't have to install an adjustable comb to get that fit. If pre-mounting, I prefer the Brownings. Save Share 86+vs. J. Jump to Latest 21 - 40 of 46 Posts. I sold a Miroku that I shot well with & got a 682 Gold E. 65 posts · Joined 2020 Add to quote; Only show this user #49 · Mar But IMO the real rival to the 725 sporter is the Prevail, and after considering both, Slugo picked Browning (as if we couldn't have guessed :lol: :lol: ) and Kraiza opted for Beretta. G Thanks gentelmen, I think, I will get the Beretta 682e this year and maybe I will go for the Browning 725 in 2013. One thing I learned about the 687 was that the regulation of the bottom barrel was so poor, I could never shoot the gun for doubles (bottom barrel patterned low and to the left). Other than the normal factors (costs, looks, and receivers) people asked, do two guns/manufacturer have difference tolerance of POI on their double barrel? I read a while back that Browning has a very tight POI tolerance in their new guns, and Beretta's tolerance was a Browning 725 vs. Handgun Deals Rifle Deals Shotgun Deals Handgun Ammo Deals Rifle Ammo Deals Rimfire Note, my other perfect fit is a Beretta 687 Combo in 410/28 gauge and it's become my primary practice gun. E. Reactions: Scorpion8. Where does the Beretta 687 rank in the world of shooting over/unders compared to the Browning Citori, Winchester 101, SKB, Perazzi MT6 ?. 0 Reply. there is a 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. One is a 1992 vintage Browning Citori Sporting Clays Lightning. The Gold E has been around since about 2000 and has comfortably outsold all its rivals combined, but the styling, which many never liked, is getting pretty dated and no one knows I’ve owned 686s, 687s, a 692 as well as a variety of citori models. I have tried the cxs Beretta SP1 686 VS Browning 725 in 20 ga ??????? Looking to buy one or the other fairly soon. I was curious if anyone has purchased a 725 or XT recently that would be able to I have the 725 High Rib Sporting. Lol I loved my 725. O. might feel more in line with what you are currently shooting in 12 vs the Beretta design. I price used ones, and the price of a used Browning is rather limited by the $1,300 Browning over and unders sold at the big box stores. It was a perfect fit right out of the box. wjarrell Discussion starter. Its All Good West . Then have them fitted at some point down Browning: XS Skeet 725 Sporting I live outside of Binghamton, NY, and there doesn't appear to be any local dealers that carry guns over $1500 in order to compare. The Beretta’s comb was lower and I had to place a pad to obtain a correct site picture, whereas the Browning fit me out of the box. Or you may not even notice a feel difference between the Beretta 20 ga. I’m fairly new to shooting clays and am looking to upgrade from my CZ Drake o/u. Outside of that I am in the same boat I don’t know much about the difference other than cosmetics. Purchased the same gun in a high rib and my scores went on average 80-95. 2K views 12 replies 9 participants last post by Pumpster Jul 29, 2008. One of our guys at the club bought a 725 Pro Trap nice gun and he shoots it well. This of course was is the case with the first year run of Browning 725. This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. I’m shopping for a dedicated sporting clays and 5 stand gun, maybe some skeet but not much. I consider the two to be equal in quality and design. The 725 "fit" me better, but I am shooting the 687 much better. The test narrowed the options down to the Browning 725 or the Miroku MK60. 576 posts · Joined 1998 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jul 9, 2019. but the 725s feel heavier duty to me. Krieghoff K I'm really considering a new trap gun and I'd like some feedback on this model as well as the Browning 725 unsingle barrel with adjustable rib. 5 KB Views: 257. Skeet Shot · Registered. I think the 686 is more of a Beretta 690 or Browning 725. Both guns mount identically and shoot exactly where I There are two Beretta 687 over/under shotguns for sale locally. Snowbound · Registered. The Berettas feel nice swinging them the gun room, but I can just shoot the Brownings better. Monte carlo I have the 725 sporting and comparing that to how the field version fit was totally different. Joined Jan 29, 1998 · 480 Posts #21 · Nov 4, 2021. Rickster2020. I have a CXT and shoot it fairly well. 9 ounces, so a touch on the heavy side but Both guns are good. It I don’t have the 694 or the Browning 725 but i do have 2 Brownings from the xs series as well as several Beretta’s 682/687 models. It's an expensive, nice gun. It was given to me as a Gift some years ago also. Krieghoff K-80 ACS Krieghoff KX-6 Special Beretta 687 Combo Browning 725 Combo. Beretta S687 vs Browning Sporter Ultra for skeet The 687 Silver Pigeon III’s receiver is derived from Beretta’s legendary 680 family of guns. I still own a couple of each. Zoli Extra Game. I usually leave it in the vault and shoot one of The Beretta doesn't come with extended chokes, which is a downside vs. 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 I think that problem has since been fixed in the 725. 686 Silver Pigeon: $2,350 Reeds (check for current price) Citori Hunter $ 2,269 Review of the Browning b725 Hunter uk stock, one of the best shotguns for upland or walked up hunting, could this be better than the Beretta 687?Socials:Inst I shoot a Beretta 687 Silver Pidgeon III for sporting clays. For that it seems I get: Better wood/finish Better trigger More chokes Better action Some concerns I have Both are good guns and the Citori (based on John Browning's Superposed) is the most popular O/U ever made. Same for my Browning 725 Reply reply More replies More replies. in a 30 inch sporting I have never fully understood Beretta's marketing strategy around the 687 line. I own one of each too, a 687 SPII 28" and an Ultra XS 30". Jump to Latest 46K views 39 replies 20 participants last post by claysmoker Jan 12, 2008. But was wanting to know more of the performance aspect of them as well as overall feel. S. I've handled both a little and I seem to like the feel of both. Vorteile. Jump to Latest 21 - 34 of 34 Posts. NRA RSO. 66 posts · Joined 2022 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Apr 20, 2022. Around three-quarters of our viewers are Browning or Beretta owners, and they give their guns similar scores for reliability. I have a 687, 682 Gold E and a DT10L Beretta's. Jump to Latest 49K views 63 replies 53 participants last post by Old_Diabetic_100 Aug 9, 2019. First thing try to shoot them together if possible and pick which feels the best to you. I especially like the higher rib of the 725. Traded it in on a Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon III Joel Etchen Special. Kind of at an impasse between these two guns at the moment. Beretta 687 JOEL ETCHEN LEFT HANDED SILVER PIGEON 3 18. For upland hunting, I love the Beretta. I am a Browning guy, but suggest you demo each and buy the one that “feels Browning Citori 725 HR Adj 32" --Caesar Guerini Summit Trap Combo 32"/34" Benelli SS 12ga- Browning BT99 34" Nickel Laminated, Rem 1187, CZ Drake 28ga O/U Pride of Spain 10ga-- Marlin Goose gun12ga --NRA Life M. The other is a new Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon III 28/410 Combo Gun. Beretta S687 vs Browning Sporter Ultra for skeet Browning 725 vs Beretta 692 comparison. I liked it, but it just didn't fit right. The better comparison may be the Browning 725 Pro trap to a Beretta 692 X trap. I think the major differences are in the actions. The new The 725 is near-worthless as a pheasant gun since the barrel has a lot of holes in it. BSP85 Discussion starter. 14 posts · Joined 2016 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Mar 2, 2016. I am looking into a 20 gauge 30" in either of these platforms. 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. Now I know how to shoot each gun just fine and when lookingdown the barrel them both line up pretty perfectly for me, being 5'10 175lbs most guns seem to fit me very good, including my browning and my beretta. R. Jump to Latest 21 - 40 of 61 Posts. Joined Feb 2, 2014 Check out the Rizzini BR110, the Blazer F16, the browning 725 sporting, and the CG Summit. I never shot doubles, but if I did, the POI for both barrels were completely different. I haven’t been able to shoot either and the opportunity will not present itself. 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. Browning 725 28ga vs Rizzini BR110 28ga. The Berettas are my favorite! But each has a personal choice. I found the DT11 heavy. 4" Save Share Reply Quote Like. Brownings legendary B25 Superposed, now with the modern performance advantage of a low-profile receiver. 732. Beretta USA claims that cleaning solution is Rust and they don't fix Hi I’m looking a buying a new 32” O/U and I think I have narrowed it down to the Browning 725 Trap and the Beretta 686 Onyx Pro. Browning Citori White Lightening Or Beretta 687 SIlver Pigeon iii? Both are in 20 gauge. Though I never shot doubles, this point should be In this showdown, we are comparing the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon to the Browning Citori Hunter. The 20ga white onyx is responsible for a multitude of dead pheasant, pigeon and clays. Jump to Latest 6K views 15 replies 11 participants last post by subshooter13 Jan 10, 2016. Joined Aug 1, 2006 · 3,032 Posts #51 · Mar 5, 2013. 32" - CZ Sharptail Target 30"- TriStar TT-15 CTA DeLuxe 32"/34"- Remington 11-87 SP 3Gun 24. But I also like my Beretta Etchen 687 Signature Series All Around with 32" barrels. 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 Beretta, Browning, Winchester, Remington, Perazzi, etc. I shoot with the Trap and Skeet club at my school, and I know several people who have the 725 sporting. Beretta is a lower receiver and the Browning ( even the 725 "new" low receiver, is deeper than a Beretta/CG/B. For targets, the heavier Citori wins, although I do put some 2" long chokes in the Beretta to play with on the skeet field occasionally. 7lbs 8oz with an inertia trigger. The Maxum is the only one I regret selling,just did not feel that I Browning 725 and the beretta 682's 687's are good combos. Joined May 13, 2010 · 3,273 Posts #59 · Aug 29, 2020. I had P gun MX8 and Browning III Trap, plus several P3 guns. hockeyref Discussion starter. My main problem is there isn’t a gun 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 Browning 725 sporting VS Beretta 682e Gold sporting. 50% Critic Rating Browning Citori vs Beretta 686. YMMV. 12ga 687 sp1 28" 12 ga 686 black onyx 26" , 20 ga 686 white onyx 28" and a 687 sp4 20ga 28". viking Discussion starter. I'm with BobK. Both fit nicely with the Browning feeling only slightly heavier. Jump to Latest 19K views 45 replies 26 participants last post by Battue01 Dec 30, 2014. But Cabel'a is Joel Etchens Beretta 687 silver pigeon 3 combo -Silver Pigeon III Trap combo - 12 gauge, 34" unsingle barrel and 32" over/under. I know Theres a huge price difference between the two of them. Shooting the Beretta and a Guerini there is a different. It's all about the feel. 169 posts · Joined 2014 Add to quote; Only show this user #3 · Dec 18, 2014. M. So now I am thinking about getting the Beretta and trading in my 425. I enjoyed reviewing both the 686 Silver Pigeon and I've owned previous versions of both of these guns (Citori in plus, GTI and 425 configs; Beretta 687 un-single combo) and I prefer the Browning. 5 Beretta 686 Siver Pigeon vs Browning Citori Hunter: Welcome to our first ever over-under shotgun showdown. I haven't shot it yet. Same price range; whereas the Cabela is the old 686 Onyx Pro (2002) with Gold E (682) Optima bored barrels and real nice fancy wood. Hopefully this helps The engravings are probably different on the 686 vs 687. Just didn’t fit me well. The 692 really gives you a lot of gun for the money. You sacrifice the adjustable trigger, and the receiver is an engraved game scene. 680 series Beretta’s feature a slim, low-profile receiver shape characterized by Beretta’s venerable locking system with iconic trapezoid shoulders that nest into Beretta 687 SPIII Joel Etchen All Around 12 Beretta SP1 Sporting 20 Beretta A300 Outlander 12 Benelli Supernova Tactical 18" Stevens 94c 20g (restoring Dad's original shotgun) Save Share Reply Quote Like. I've experimented Browning Citori CX with Adjustable Comb ($2539 MSRP) Browning Citori 725 Sporting ($3069 MSRP) Caesar Guerini Summit Sporting (added after original post) ($3995 MSRP) Here are my notes: Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting-- reliable workhorse, if a bit soulless. Backbored 682 E barels with long forcing cones and 5 flush optima choke tubes. I shot 70-80 on average with my 725 Sporting adjustable comb 32" barrel. I also have an old Beretta 687 20-bore, which has 30in and 32in barrels. I have tried the 725 Trap and like that model as well. I picked up a Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon and it felt very well balanced also. Jump to Latest 12K views 38 replies 15 participants last post by AusAmateur Feb 11, 2021. My scores never did change much. The 692 uses a slightly wider receiver than the Beretta 680 series to enhance intuitive shouldering, balance, and quick target acquisition by placing more weight between the shooter's hands. Does anyone Field guns competitive with the Beretta 686/687/690 and also the Browning 725 Citori would include the Fabarm Elos. xp220. First 686 I’ve ever seen Browning Citori 725 Sporting 32" I own both Beretta and Browning O/U's. Look how many shoot semi-automatics. The comb/rib on the xcel is a little low for me shooting trap mostly. I own several O/U, a Maxus semi, & a BPS Trap. Regarding the durability of Browning vs. I haven't found that to be true. but I shoot the 725 with the long tubes. Browning 725 vs Beretta 692. I "thought" I needed something newer & "better" so I bought an Etchen Beretta 687 and got rid of the 725. As far as I know, they all love them. Try to find one you can handle before you buy to see it it fits you and if you like the overall fit and feel. Yet another completely unscientific and unfair comparison for you! Enjoy. So try both and see what works. The ONLY thing that matters is whether the design of the stock fits YOU, or not. BIRD! Save Share Reply Quote Like. We are all built differently, and others might have a different opinion on the perceived recoil, but using identical loads in each gun, I definitely felt more Browning 725 vs Beretta 692. The Browning Citori that I own has markedly better fit and finish that my buddies Beretta 687. 158. In the end, the choice between the Browning Citori CXS and Beretta Silver Pigeon is subjective and dependent on individual shooting preferences. My preference is based on the type of shooting. Das ist schon enorm. The o/u be used primarily for skeet and 5 stand. The premium for the aesthetics pushes the price up into the mid-range category and if you have that kind of budget there are potentially other and better options available like: Browning 725, , Fabarm Elos N2 RS, Caesar Guerini Summit, Blaser F16 or even Beretta's own 694. One is a Silver Pigeon II and one is a Silver Pigeon IV. Now I see First let me preface this by saying I have not owned a 725, I have owned other Brownings and have owned a Beretta Etchen 687 Special,currently own 2 Guerini's, a Summit Impact and a Summit Trap. dho112 Discussion starter. It's the same cheeseburger, but you pay more for it and everyone knows you ate it Save Share Reply Quote Like. 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. 740 vs Beretta's . The B725 is the fourth most popular shotgun owned by Fieldsports Channel viewers, behind the Beretta Silver Pigeon, the Browning B525 and Beretta 686, and ahead of the Beretta 687. I also have a Beretta A400 Parallel target for trap. I Have Browning 28 Citori, but 20 ga magiums hit harder! Have several sporting clay guns: SV10 Prevail (nice gun); two SP1 (HP) Browning Crossove Target (shoot high 60/40%) Other fields guns Browning B27; B725, Beretta A400; Weatherby Athena V (combo) Waterfowl: Extrema 2 camo; M1 Camo; Browning Satin Hunter 3 1/2"; Beretta Onyx 3 1/2" Beretta 687 VS Beretta 692. I don’t know much about the 725 but I know quite a bit about my Beretta He does also shoot a Browning 725, but likes the F16 as well . on Beretta 304 For Grouse; Roland Leong on Measuring Barrels; Nicholas Halbis on Measuring Barrels; Bob on Browning B-2000; Michael Pearce on Beretta DT11 Review; blackwellopt on Beretta 687 SPIII Sporting 32" J. ***** me up big style & I couldn't get it to work. Browning’s legendary B25 Superposed, now with the modern performance advantages of a low-profile receiver and innovative mechanical trigger. Trying them out is like going on a date it's fun. Posted using Outdoor Hub About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright HP 17" forceing cone on 692 vs invector Plus, just a liitle longer and most 725 bores are . Posts: 121 Beretta Silver Pigeon 1 30" Sporting - $1850 Fausti Class 30" - $1990 Rizzini Vertex 30" - $2300 Browning 725 Sporting or alternatively Skeet 30" -$2380 I shot the 725 sporting with a 32" on Friday and did ok considering it's been 12 years since I busted clays. Beretta 686 Todd Simmons has won plenty of major competitions and he shoots a Browning It's not a 725 but it is a Browning. drawdc · Registered. OTOH, my clays buddy nephew hits better with the Beretta and grabs it every time. is fundamentally, absolutely irrelevant. S. Purchasing the wrong one is like marrying the wrong date and it could cost u to get rid of The Beretta 686 is priced between the Browning CrossOver and 725, and in the end the price difference will make little difference when you add in the cost of shells, gas and other odds and ends. Few like both. At my local gun club, I've held (but not shot) a Browning 725 field and a Beretta 682 Gold. jayce23. I clean it after each use. Jump to Latest 12K views 6 replies 7 participants last post by 230rn Mar 11, 2016. The CXS does fit and is easy on my shoulder and face. The Beretta sits lower than the Browning and I thought kicked less – seemed more of a push rather than an upright hit. In 12 I bought a Browning 725 combo to replace my Beretta 391. Browning Citori 725 vs Beretta 690. I have not shot either any thoughts? OH the cost is less for the Beretta. When comparing the two at the same price who do you feel has the better quality gun ? Thanks, Dave . einfache Gravur auf dem System und ein besseres Holz den Preis mehr als verdoppelt und das ohne techn. duckhunter888 Discussion starter. Browning dürfte hier ein ähnliche Produktstrategie wie Beretta mit 687 und 687 EELL . much appreciated alex. Browning owners reckon they get The Beretta 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon is the top of the line of Beretta's 680-series over-under shotguns and will shine in any upland hunting situation. Beretta A400 multitarget . Which is better? Lloyd and Jonny talk it over. The similarity and handling of the 725 to the Beretta is no accident. Update: Browning has introduced 725 Pro trap for $3,500 at Joel's. Different strokes for folks. Handgun Deals Rifle Deals Shotgun Deals Handgun Ammo Deals Rifle Ammo Deals Rimfire After much consideration on the Sporter I came down to the Beretta DT11, Beretta 682 and Browning 725. randyflycaster . Reactions: Leo and tylersorg. So if you wanted a unsingle or top single or O/U trap barrels you can buy then new or used. Jump to Latest 22K views 17 replies 16 participants last post by gerlipfs Jan 7, 2021. In spite of its beauty, this ShotGuns is noted for its strength and you can confiedently pass it down to the next generation of hunters. On paper I slightly prefer the Beretta modified Boss break-action I own both in 30" 12 gauge, a Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting and a Browning CXS. I have gun fever and I've owned both, and while both work well and either would give you years of trouble free shooting, the Browning is about $1000 cheaper, and in my opinion, the Beretta had quite a bit more felt recoil than the Browning. I've read that a person either likes a Browning or Beretta fit, but not both. Sold collection many years ago and started with above Beretta after using some Benelli Beretta 687 SPIII Joel Etchen All Around 12 Beretta SP1 Sporting 20 Beretta A300 Outlander 12 Benelli Supernova Tactical 18" Stevens 94c 20g (restoring Dad's original shotgun) Save Share Reply Quote Like. This is where Browning might have the upper hand Caesar Guerini Summit VS. Got the 725 but it's only now that I'm getting back into the groove. I prefer beretta products, but About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright K-80 ProSport Vienna Scroll 32" - K-80 Parcours Vienna Scroll 34" - Beretta 692 Black B-Fast 30" - Browning 725 Sptg. Sent it back to Browning twice and finally sent it to Briley in Texas. subshooter13 Discussion starter. I'd always thought it 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. Im gonna take this into Even better reason to buy the Beretta new, if it's cheaper. 1 2 3 DT 10 top mon for trap and just ordered a 725, Browning makes a Crossover Target which is an old receiver, heavy barrel in Invector Plus . Beretta 687. The Beretta 686 to the 687 gun can have extra barrels. Handgun Deals Rifle Deals Shotgun Deals Handgun Ammo Deals Rifle Ammo Deals I replaced a Browning 725 combo with a Beretta 687 combo under the dumb pretense the gun was affecting my scores. Joined Oct Beretta 687 SPIII Sporting 32" J. Reviews. I am I shoot skeet, sporting clays and 5 stand with a 20 gauge Beretta 687 when shooting with 12 gauge I use Browning 725 and a Browning CXS. 73 posts · Joined 2013 Add to quote; Only show this user #12 I have a Browning 725 Sporting that I bought new last August. They feel front heavy to me . Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first Most reactions. I want to getting into clay shooting a bit more and think I prefer a 30" barrel ( which the 325 has) but like a said don't shoot well with it. No trap for me, that’s the devils game. I'm in the current market for an O/U Sporting Clays gun. He shot both exceptionally well and almost went for the 32in barrels of the Miroku, but eventually settled on a pair of high-grade Browning 725s. Definitely handle each Beretta vs Browning. Fabarm USA offers versions of the Elos in 20 and 28 gauge. The Guerini has a lower felt 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. And shoot well with them. The beretta receiver is more compact and the monoblock just fits considerably different. Beretta 687 vs 692. I will say the 687 O/U barrels were poorly regulated. Jump to Latest 11K views 16 replies 12 participants last post by toptechX6 Jul 16, 2022. Save Share Reply Quote Like. Serge C. Sort by Browning 725 field vs 725 sporting. I have an a400 xtreme for hunting/range use, but want a dedicated clay gun. Thanks vs Joel Etchens Beretta 687 silver pigeon 3 combo -Silver Pigeon III Trap combo - 12 gauge, 34" unsingle barrel and 32" over/under. aim xlrfm vvo oyjb sqtn kuglpj fstpwo vlfbwtm aceevk kinqrxq