THIS month’s test focuses on a Beretta 694 Sport 31 – distinguished by its uncommon 31in barrels – imported and distributed by GMK of Fareham. It is designed as a superior clay-breaking machine and is a good weight for that purpose at 8lb 7oz. It could, however, be pressed into service on high birds or wildfowl as well. It is, arguably, not too heavy for the field if heavy loads are being contemplated.
The trend in the competition world is for heavier and longer guns. Club Shots tend to use 30in or 32in barrels. Most of the top performers opt for 32in now
