THIS MONTH spotlights the new Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon V Field imported by GMK, the well-known firm that also brings in Benelli, Franchi, Chapuis, Sako and Tikka firearms. The latest in a long line of Beretta 600 series models, this is an extra-finish 12-bore (the 20-bore version is expected soon) with 30in Steelium barrels that are steel shot proof, a single selective trigger and long Optima HP multichokes. It weighs in at 7lb 6oz, mid-weight for a stack-barrelled game gun, and is distinguished by its acanthus scroll engraving and upgraded wood.
Beretta offered a Silver Pigeon V some 20 years ago but itUltraleggero lightweight model and 690 and 694 competition models).
