Handled a 682E today

[Milkmaster]

Went to a pawn shop today in a town close by that offered new guns as well as used. To my surprise this little hole in the wall place had some Browning Citori's and even a Beretta 682E in the rack. I had seen it in the catalogue, but I had never got to handle the 682E and mount it for fit. Seemed to fit me like a glove when just trying it on for size. The tag said $3999. With the economy down, what can I expect to actually pay for such a gun? Anyone on here bought something similar lately? I don't know how Berettas retail pricing runs compared to actual buying price. Any thoughts appreciated.

The only disappointment I had was there were no Browning Cynergy models there to compare with the 682E model.

 

[ArmedBear]

The only disappointment I had was there were no Browning Cynergy models there to compare with the 682E model.

Not as much of a disappointment as you might think. For one thing, all Browning competition guns have a bunch of holes drilled in each barrel, perpendicular to the hole one would actually expect to find in a barrel.

Are you looking for a Sporting Clays gun? I assume this is a 692 Gold E Sporting. Fit is very similar to all the other 12 Gauge Beretta O/Us.

I bought a used one the other day, ostensibly in about 98% condition, with an added adjustable comb, and extra extended chokes beyond the factory set, for $2300. We'll see what condition it's in when I get it, but the store I ordered it from is reputable, so I don't have any reason not to believe them. I think that's an excellent price, though, not just an average price for it.

Looks like Impact wants $3700 for the 682 Gold E Sporting, NIB. http://www.impactguns.com/store/beretta_682_gold_E.html

Ditto for Pacific Sporting Arms.
http://www.pacificsportingarms.com/beretta-stocks.htm?supplier=3&type=new

Jaqua's is a good deal better. Do a search and then click POR. It's an automated e-mailer, so you can get the price right away.
http://www.jaquas.com/

I'd say the pawn shop is a bit high, but of course shipping, transfer, etc. can add up, too.

Good luck with your quest.

 

[PJR]

AB beat me to it. $3999 is way too much for a used 682E unless perhaps it were a two-barrel combo.

 

[oletymer]

Browning has the ports at an angle towards the rear of the gun. I don't really care for porting but if I like the gun it is not a deal breaker. Check Able Ammos price for the Beretta, the pawn shop is a little high.

 

[Milkmaster]

Are you looking for a Sporting Clays gun? I assume this is a 692 Gold E Sporting. Fit is very similar to all the other 12 Gauge Beretta O/Us.

This was a NEW 682E Sporting. I did not measure the barrels, but I know they had to be at least 30 inches. The stock had an adjustable comb. The rib was raised above the barrels quite a bit. This was not a combo to my knowledge. It was a new gun in a rack to sell. The gun was displayed in a rack and not with the box, so I don't know the particulars that might be listed for it like Optima barrels etc. Yes this would be my clays gun. I didn't get too picky while looking being I was not actually buying today. I'll get a lot more in depth when I have money in my pocket I would like to stay down around $2000, but the 682 has been what I like when veiwing the catalogs.

 

[oneounceload]

IF you're going to get serious about shooting clays, the Beretta 682 is one of the better in that lower price range. Remember, you need a gun that is going to last a long time without failure. By the time you figure in costs for ammo and targets, the gun price is the least of the costs, and a cheap gun that breaks a lot winds up costing more in repairs and lost shooting time. If it fits, then look around and see what's out there price-wise and see if your shop will match the price. Even better, see if someone at your local gun club has one you can borrow for a round to see how you like it.

 

[Two Cold Soakers]

As an unapologetic disciple of Robert Churchill, I like Beretta better than Browning. The Beretta's barrels seem to sit lower in the forearm, allowing me to swing and point more with my body than my head and eyes.

All Brownings I have shot and handled EXCEPT a 425 with a schnabel forearm of 1998 vintage had barrels too high for my liking.

The 682 is a fine gun, and I came this >< close to buying one.
I chickened out and went with a 391, and my knees and back regret it.

A used 682 in good shape may be a good choice if the new price is uncomfortable.
It'd take a lot to shoot one apart.

 

[Milkmaster]

IF you're going to get serious about shooting clays

I guess I am about as serious as I ever will be. Most of my shotgunning is clay targets these days. I shoot at the same regulation course as the school kids. They keep their machines in good condition and check them for proper speed regularly. I guess my average trap score would be 23-24 per round. I seldom ever shoot less than a 22 and sometimes get a 25 with hat shooting rituals. My 1100 Classic Trap has been reliable as anything else I see others shooting. I sold it recently for a generous offer just because I was wanting to do something different for a challenge. Recently I have been shooting some of my field guns like the 1300, BPS, and a model 37 I just finished working on. Those guns would not be my favorite clay guns, but they are fun to exercise and present different challenges for a change in pace. Specifically I was working on the right loading ritual for a bottom ejection pump gun that keeps me from loosing concentration. Alas, that routine has been difficult although the guns have been fun to shoot. I do look forward to the ease of cleaning the O/U compared to the others.

I want to buy the new O/U, get some rounds through it for familiarity, and then try some of the alternate routines where you start with the gun low when the bird is called. Just something to add some newness to the game for me. Nothing like a new gun and a new clay game to spark a little excitement in a fat man a half century old+. Besides, it's still a lot cheaper than drugs, liquor, and women!

 

[oneounceload]

You'll love shooting sporting and FITASC then, especially shooting low gun. FIT is key - get the well-made gun that FITS, even if the brand was not originally on your radar. Browning, Beretta, Cesar Geurini, Zoli all make good guns in that original rice range

 

[clang]

If the 682 Gold E is out of your price range, be on the lookout for a good used 682 Gold. I picked one up last year in as new condition for $1,300. The Gold is not back bored and it has Mobil Chokes, but I don't notice the difference.

 

[mgkdrgn]

I have a =pristine= 682 Gold E, with all the goodies, on gunbroker right now with a starting price of $3K. Estate sale. Look for seller mgkdrgn.

My personal shotguns are older (but also pristine) Wingmasters .... but this thing is just in a whollleeee nuther class!