Browning 725 vs beretta 686 While an elegant gun, the 20 ga. Browning 725. 20 gauge Citoris feel completely different than 12 gauge Citoris. In this Browning Citori 725 review, Brad Fitzpatrick shows how America's favorite over/under shotgun gets a much-welcomed overhaul. A comparison between the Browning B525 and the Miroku MK38. The only slightly negative comments about this fine wingshooting piece were concerning its automatic safety (a pain on the clay target course) and 26-inch barrels, which caused the shotgun to be a little more whippy than the longer-barreled Browning. Both are also roughly 50/50. The Beretta could be a better choice only if you want to do this. I don't think you Browning Citori 725 VS Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I. So now your choices are between the Browning and the CG Summit. The 725 Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting-- reliable workhorse, if a bit soulless. It is a lot easier to add another barrel to the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I. . 14 Reviews. The 692 uses a slightly wider receiver than the Beretta The Beretta 692 is a considerable step up from the Browning 725. Does anyone Browning B725 vs. Same money and I like both, perhaps the feel of the Beretta just edged the browning but what do the experts on here think? your help would realy be appreciated as this will be a one gun for all shooting. The metal to metal finish is slightly better, and the wood finish is MUCH better on the Gold E. They are however both high quality guns, either of which will serve you a lifetime of shooting and one isn't really better than the other. Beretta does Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting 28 gauge? I went to the patterning board and compared the 3/4oz #9 reloads in the SP1 against my 12 ga Browning 725 with 7/8 oz #9 reloads, both with skeet chokes and modified. OTOH, my clays buddy nephew hits better with Browning Citori 725 VS Beretta 686. The Citori 725 is particularly impressive for hunters but can also be seen around the world in shooting competitions. The 686 Essential isn't pretty, but it's a nice-handling lightweight field gun. The aesthetic of the flower pivot pin, engraving, and emphasized joint just looks so much nicer to me than the hidden Of course these are Monte Carlo parallel combs. The 686 and the CXS would be new, and the 725 would be gently used. In my opinion, the beretta is a lower profile like the 725. The 725 is a higher end gun that's probably ment to compete with a slighter higher end Beretta than the 686. 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 woodwork and that's perhaps what lets the Beretta down over the Browning is that you will get a nicer piece. I carried my 725 sporting over 30 days in the field last year, here in central South Dakota. 686 is a better value, imho. drawdc · Registered. ) Save Share Thanks for the responses, especially the comparison of the Elos VS the Beretta 686. The recoil impulse was bruital compared to the other two. Both perfect for clay shooting but with their own unique perks!! Find out which one Matt prefers! The main attractions of the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I are that it’s extremely well made and long-lasting, as well as light and easy to handle. Reactions: Swampy16. Yes, the Beretta 686 is better enough if you become a committed clays enthusiast. The LOP on the 686 is dead on for me and it points naturally, the cast off is different than I am used to on my old Winchester pump In my view the most significant changes between the two is the difference in the Fit and the triggers. Will be here next week, can't wait. 32" - CZ Sharptail Target 30"- TriStar TT-15 CTA DeLuxe 32"/34"- Remington 11-87 SP 3Gun 24. It was gorgeous. Jump to Latest 41 - 60 of 64 Posts. Click on image for more pictures and information. The answer is whichever has adjustable comb and lop. )Browning Citori Lightning (28 ga. As others have said the only difference between the 686 and 687 is in the looks. He didn’t ask about Krieghoff so I didn’t comment on my K80. Far from just a cosmetic variation, the 725 is a completely redesigned Citori. Save For Later. Jump to Latest 46K views 39 replies 20 participants last post by claysmoker Jan 12, 2008. 410 Bore, 12 Gauge, 20 Gauge, 28 Gauge Beretta 686 Silver The Browning 425 is a great gun, as are most of the 686/687 Beretta's. 22 Reviews. Now they have higher grade 725s. Shoot me. 90% Critic Rating. Any insight? Link for the Fausti below All 3 feel great and priced right just having a hard time pulling the trigger. The Browning fits me well and performs well. 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. It seems if MMS-2 is on target, the 30" With a 725, you get the "one with the gun" feeling you want, with the long lasting durability you expect from a Browning over and under. I will be using it for trap. Manufacturers have a habit of making cosmetic changes to guns and presenting them as new models. From stricktly a cost analysis the 725 made since over the DT11 but I really liked to looks of the 682. Look how many shoot semi-automatics. When the weather is good and I am hunting, I use a Belgian-made FN Superposed Superlight. What they are is tuned down to be "mechanical like. Picked up a 28 ga. com SBE,Browning 725 Sporting (12 ga. 10. I also wouldn’t overlook Rizzini and Fabarm as they also have nice guns in a similar price range. Personally I 686 Silver Pigeon sporting Vs Browning CX. I have a few that exchange easily. so changing chokes is a whole lot easier than the Inv. Fit is more important than make. Does this make the Beretta better? Browning 725 Sporting. My Beretta 686 and 687 have both mechanical triggers. No auto safety as on the field guns better stock ( wider) for more comfort in shooting more shots in the clay games and about the same price as or less then a 687 field. 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 Beretta 690 or Browning 725. Even if you aren't committed to shooting, the Beretta A400 will be easier to sell. Another really nice gun in that price range is the Cabelas Beretta 686 Onyx Trap. once again he had no cynergys in stock. The biggest difference for me is the 725 feels a bit slimmer and a little more lively in the hands. Turkish Walnut (Beretta), American Walnut (Browning). If you can swing $2500 you should definitely check out the new Browning 725 Sporting. They then tried 686s after about a year they got rid of them and bought 725s. He can cut, and install a comb, and install adjustable butt / recoil pad. DT11 have 19" cones, 692 have 14" and 686/7 have 2 1/2" vs Browning 3" forcing cones. I have not got to lay my hands on a 725 yet. Nothing against Beretta at all it just didn't fit me as well as the Browning. The dimensions of them just didn't fit me properly and I shot both rather poorly compared to other Browning O/U guns. I own the USA Browning 725 Pro Sporting, Beretta 694, and Fabarm Allsport, all three are great guns, but the 694 and Fabarm are lighter and softer recoiling than the Browning. Save Share 725 has Browning's version of mechanical trigger vs the inertia trigger on the CXS. If you don't want the safety every shot get the Sporting model +1 on the Silver Pigeons. a 686 / 687 genre Beretta, a far better warranty, and better customer service as well. Further, both the CXS and 686 would be 32in vs 30in on the 725. Nicely balanced gun. Online reviews seem pretty positive for both. I think the CG being the most expensive but a great gun. Browning Citori 725 Browning 725 vs Beretta 692. You can get the 12 or 20 gauge right now for $1,977. Mostly for sporting clays. Cabela's Onyx Pro is 2003 Beretta Onyx Pro with grest upgrade stellium barrels high rib and great wood (687eell). Love them both. In 12 gauge, the Elos is sold as the Orvis Elos at $2395 (in 2016) and Orvis also offers the Elos in 20 and 28 gauges. It fits me perfectly and I'm normally a Beretta guy. 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. I think it would be a good debate to compare the guns based on overall quailty, features and such. I can't tell a dimes worth of difference between the patterns from the 2 guns. More accurate would be that the Miroku was derived from the Browning design. Her i videon, viser og fortæller jeg om forskellen på de to stærke konkurrenter. I'd rather a 686 over a 690. I would probably try to get one with an adjustable comb. Browning Citori. It’s a European version of the Belgian Browning Superposed. 4" Save Share I'm between the beretta 686 sporting, browning 725 sporting, and the CG summit. I held the 725 and the 686 silver pigeon, and there was simply no comparison - 725 by a mile. Head to Head Comparison. Browning Citori I also compared a Citori against a Silver Pigeon. As the other posters have stated, the GTI is a more suited for Clay sports. Beretta 686 Gold E Sporting vs Citori 525. My 725 had the adjustable stock and I never had to 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. Perfect for rough country hunting, dog training and testing, for $500 especially! The 725 is a different animal all together than the 3, 4, 5 and 625. There is a weight difference, but the weight of the Browning is no big deal I have Caesar Magnus light for upland, a SigArms Upland 5 20 ga for Perazzi MX 3 for trap and Benelli Super Black Eagle 2 for ducks and geese. Browning Citori 725 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 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. I liked it. Jump to Latest I got gun fever from a Beretta 686 Onyx Pro Trap. I now shoot. It don't look that noticeable but if your used to say a 425, you'll definitely notice the lower profile. took a look at the Citori 725 and a Beretta Pigeon. My wife had a hard time pushing that lever open, it was stiff The forarm loosened up quite a bit, so did the lever. Not exactly SP1 VS 725. I also looked at Beretta's 686 as well as the Fabarm Axis RS12 I'm trying to decide on either a browning 725 sporter or a Beretta sv10 prevail 3 sporter , I will mainlly use it on sporting clays , any advise would be grateful or something very similar in the price bracket of 2k are going to stop making the sv10 as it has not sold well their are bring out a new gun called the EVO its bassed on a 686 A groundbreaking advancement in Citori design. I was offered the 725 for a very good price. 06, Browning high-power 9mm as well as a 1911 guy, and a 20 ga field grade Citori. As you can see Beretta shotguns are designed to deliver world class performance over a lifetime of rugged use, all with a low cost of ownership. The CG is a better gun for the same cash. T. +1 on the Silver Pigeons. I looked at the 725 but didn’t want ported The differences between the 686 SP1 Field model and Sporting model are: 1. The beretta is assembled on the competition gun line at the factory and i definitely notice a bit of a difference compared to other beretta O/Us. No trap for me, that’s the devils game. I have a 686 and I am big beretta fan but the 725 is really good! The fit and finish is above the silver pigeon, unless you want to pay more for a custom one or one of the cabellas special (these are really nice). I am going to try to shoot one prior to buying. I'm fortunate that Beretta's and Browning's both fit me pretty well and love both platforms! Where are you at in VA? Maybe one of the guys there can let you shoot theirs. The new slimline Browning was meant to be a nod towards Italian (Beretta) design. The stock on a Sporting gun is more like a field stock than a Trap 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. The Beretta 686 to the 687 gun can have extra barrels. Thanks for the help! I have also shot a Beretta 686 silver pigeon and just was not impressed. They are both good guns but have different fit. One of the members at the local gun range also has a CZ Redhead Premier. Shoot me now. View Details. 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. 6FF6A223-67C3-4CB7-84FD To be fair you should be comparing the 686 family against the 525. Beretta Silver Pigeon for a dove shoot in Argentina 4-5 years ago and now I've got a matching trio, 28, 12 and 20. The new mechanical trigger would in theory be better for sub gage tubes. 44%: No big difference but a Cynergy is just a better gun! 3: 16. I've tried Berettas but they don't fit me so I buy Brownings. _____ Rsrc April 25, 2020, 08:21 AM My 725 Sporting is a little heavier than a 725 Field gun but lighter than a Trap gun. MSRP Call. They feel the same to me LOP is the same on both. Both guns are good. 28 has bad resale value. This 28 gauge Browning Citori 725 Sporting is the perfect blend of modern and classy. I got a great price. W. So try both and see what works. I did a lot of research and held Browning's 725, Crossover Target, and 625. Browning Cynergy field no auto safety. Some people like the fatter feel of the Brownings, but for me, the 686 shouldered so much better and I liked the more stream lined forend. Browning 525 vs. All three are ballpark in the same price range but I am just having trouble picking one over the others. Browning Citori 725 Sporting-- ported barrels @ 30", sleeker and lighter design vs the CX. Any 68x barrel can be made to fit. Stood up to every test. Beretta feels like a toy. I turned mine into a Combo as well. Posted February 27, 2021. The SP1 is a fine gun at about $700 cheaper, but to me the 725 works best. The 725 looks better, built The Beretta 692 Sporting Over/Under Shotgun is designed specifically for sporting clays competition and other shooting sports. Citori XS Skeet with 30 inch barrels handles similarly to my 12 ga Beretta 682 Gold E. 64 posts · Joined 2019 Add to quote; Guns unlimited Browning 725 combo package, This "NEW" Citori 725 Unsingle Trap Combo with Non-factory installed Graco adjustable comb and Gracoil recoil system, 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 The Beretta Silver Pigeon and Browning 525 are th They are the mid-priced BMW and Audi of shotguns – solid, reliable, good value, and they'll go on for ever. Something mostly for bird hunting but that I can take to the range from time to time as well. have shouldered the 686 and liked it vs Browning Hunter need to see the 725 next week Bought the 694 because it was specific for a left handed. • Model: Browning Citori 725 • Caliber: . Save Share Reply Quote Like. 686 Silver Todd Simmons has won plenty of major competitions and he shoots a Browning It's not a 725 but it is a Browning. Good shooting! Save Share Well I got shoulder the Browning 725 sporting the other day and did like it but thought the Beretta fit me better and was cheaper so I did it and ordered a Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting Shotgun J6869A2, 12 Gauge, 32" barrel. But, as they say, the the highest form of flattery is imitation. It really just comes down to personal preference. They have different handling/swing characteristics so try before you buy, if possible. Lol I loved my 725. This month’s test gun, whilst familiar in some respects and showing a clear heritage, is an entirely new gun with some interesting, indeed, novel features. Toyota vs. 120 posts · Joined 2021 Add to quote; Only show this user The 725's wood quality approaches the 682; at least in my caseand the many I have seen online. 13 Reviews. Cole Gunsmithing, Art's Gun Shop, and Joel Etchen to name but three. Beretta 682 Gold E. My wife shoots a 687 Beretta 28 gauge and loves it. I have it narrowed down between a Browning Citori or a Beretta Silver Pigeon . 692 vs. Krieghoff KX-6 Special LEFT HAND in stock. And the features don't stop there. However, resale value, cost of ownership and longevity will not be an issue with any of them. It has a mid bead and in a 28" barrel and the reflux pad you Between those 2, I'd say Browning. Then have them fitted at some point down Browning 725 ProSport vs Beretta 694. Browning is front heavy and beretta is better balanced. Definitely not your grandpa’s bird gun, the Browning Citori 725 Pro Sporting 12 gauge has an adjustable comb piece, The new Browning 725 triggers are NOT true mechanicals, they do have an inertia block to reset the 2'nd sear. 78%: Beretta Sportings kick a little harder but its negligible: 8: 44. Critic Rating. Beretta Silver Pigeon og Browning CitoriFree musik at: bensound. Loved my BT-99, so I figured I couldn't go wrong with another Browning. 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 Beretta 686/687 vs. As you probably realize, there are a lot of models of the Cynergy out there ( 17 in the current Benelli 828U VS Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I. Don’t need your condescending lecture. In your article “Beretta 682 vs Beretta 686″ you complemented the Beretta 686 as a quality gun. Browning vs Beretta IMO is a lot like Chevy vs Ford. Notice I said that I had a 686 OP Trap. Very popular gun with very good reviews. Trying to decide what to get. The std The 686 is an Onyx magnum in 97% condition listed for about 1500 for just the gun alone. Everything on the Browning seemed tighter when new compared to the Beretta. The local range went with Browning 425 for rental guns way back when and shot the hell out of them for 4 to 6 years. In my opinion it is the best all around clays gun under $3000. Either is a good choice. While the 686 features a scroll engraving and a schnabel-style forend, the 687 showcases a floral engraving and a wider forend. The Browning is the better gun, in many ways. Benelli 828U vs Beretta 690. Although if you are willing to spend some extra money, almost any gun can be made to fit you. There`s no way the 725 is worth 1k more than the XT IMHO. The Sporting model is only available in 12ga with 30" or 32" barrels. The Browning 725 and basic Citoris are all great guns. 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 whereas every Browning I’ve ever shot, fit me perfectly. Besides 12 gauge Both the Browning and Beretta are very nice guns that should last a lifetime. Honda. 20 ga. New from Browning Arms comes the redesigned Citori 725 O/U, designated as a 2012 model. Opinions please. In that price range, I would take a really hard look at the Browning 725 Field. Reply reply [deleted] • Comment deleted by user Beretta S687 vs Browning Sporter Ultra for skeet upvotes Beretta SV10 Prevail I Sporting vs browning 725 sporting. 4 extended Optima chokes and hard case included. Cabela's Beretta 686 Onyx Pro Trap. All those things together will give you a more heads up mount. Same I'm looking for a good O/U shotgun. But, I ended up with a Browning 725 trap. Jump to Latest 21 - 37 of 37 Posts. I think much of that might have to do with the advent of the 725 It is a lot easier to add another barrel to the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I. Of course the rib on those 682 barrels is high compared to the flat rib of the 686 but not extremely so. vs. Looking for a 1 Response to Browning 525 vs. But again, I really like the wood on the "High Grade" 725 Series, Grade V. 5 pound field weight gun. I've read in a couple Guns unlimited Browning 725 combo package, This “NEW” Citori 725 Unsingle Trap Combo with Non-factory installed Graco adjustable comb and Gracoil recoil system, features a lower profile silver nitride finish receiver with gold accented engraving. Though the stocks are different, I feel my 20 ga. It’s compact, especially with the low-profile action that Beretta created by putting the locking mechanism between the two barrels rather than on top in the traditional fashion. NJW&W Members If you get the Beretta a white onyx 686 sporting would be a nice gun. Went with the Pigeon. Had the least felt recoil. I've found what fits me personally best is the Browning White Lightning guns. 7lbs 8oz with an inertia trigger. I have a good friend who Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting-- reliable workhorse, if a bit soulless. ) Browning - Maxus Hunter (12 ga. Go. Looking at the beretta 694, browning 725 and the caeser summit. The Beretta Silver Pigeon and Browning 725 sporting VS Beretta 682e Gold sporting. Browning A bolt 30. But I'd say Beretta 686 over Benelli. Enjoy! To Become a Channel Member and give us Well, the OP did ask a question regarding Beretta vs Browning Vs CG. The 525 seems to be more like a regular Beretta 686 or 687 in terms of the way it is put together. Both the 725 and 686 are about equal in features and price, but there are no $1,300 Beretta over and unders being sold at the big box stores, so the Beretta has better resale value. The 686 being a lot cheaper. 84% Critic Rating. Dear Bruce, Could you please list any pros or cons to both the Beretta 686 which I own or the Browning 425 which I might be buying. 67%: Other, read my comments: 2: 11. 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 Of course these are Monte Carlo parallel combs. The Field model is available in The local range went with Browning 425 for rental guns way back when and shot the hell out of them for 4 to 6 years. I own a 696 Sporting I and it is a perfectly It's the same design as a Browning Citori. But. Jump to Latest ,686' sportprting,SV10 Sporting; DT 10 top mon for trap and just ordered a 725, Browning makes a Crossover Target which is From the field to the range, the Citori 725 was designed to deliver top-level performance and the instinctual, "one with the gun" experience that shotgunners crave. Go with what fits The Browning is a little higher in price. So if you wanted a unsingle or top single or O/U trap barrels you can buy then new or used. Brands include Beretta, Browning, Krieghoff, Benelli, Caesar Guerini, Fabarm, Syren, Fausti Dimensionally similar to the 725 Sporting with same drop and LOP. 4. Beretta 686. Today's Citori over and under line-up includes the original, legendary Citori (with many proven models and configurations) and the new 725 version (with low profile receiver, mechanical triggers and Invector DS). Browning Citori 725 Sporting 28ga O/U Review I love 28 gauge. 49 with free shipping from Northern Firearms I've tested out a Beretta 686 SP 1 sporting and I was getting slapped in the cheek alot and might be possible that the comb is a little to low for me. There is a notably different in the height dimensions between the two and I don't notice any difference at all in how the 2 shoot. The 686 Silver Pigeon I hunting shotgun has all the functional features of our premium over-under at a particularly attractive price. Jump to Latest Browning Crossover trap is old Special Sporting from 2003. stopped at the local shop Fri after work. alabjr. Mobil chokes are compatible certain Benelli and Beretta shotguns, most notably with the Benelli Montefeltro (pre-2007), Benelli Legacy (2011+), Benelli Legacy Sport, Nova & Super Nova, Benelli SBE I, M-1, M-3, M-4, World Class, Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I, II, III, and V, 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon, Beretta A-300 Outlander, and Beretta 390. NP 30" - 1963 F/N B25 Broadway Trap 32"- Browning A5 Ultimate 30"- Rizzini BR110 Sptg. My son shoots a Browning 725 Trap for his middle shoot and it’s been a great gun. Posted using Outdoor Hub Guns Unlimited Browning 725 Combo vs Joel Etchen Beretta 687 combo. Not skinny mind you, but slimmer. C. I really like the low profile look of the side trunion Beretta design as opposed to the hinge under The B525 is the second most popular shotgun owned by Fieldsports Channel viewers, behind the Beretta Silver Pigeon. 1 3 of 4 Go to page. It’s basically a field gun they tried to modify into a sporting gun. Beretta 686 Sporting v. Beretta 686 SP1 Sporting. some skeet and trap. Either one works for me. for #3,400 a CG or Browning 725 Pro, Coles special Onyx Pro or Joel;s special 687/682 tima I think that problem has since been fixed in the 725. " For the most part it isn't a huge deal as long as the trigger return spring weight is enough to help prevent the shooter from trapping the trigger. Thread starter GeordieTrapper; Start date Jun 19, 2020; Just on the off chance I tried a 725 Pro sport after selling my Beretta 686 and as soon as I picked it up I thought this seems to fit just perfect to me straight out of the box so to speak. Beretta 686 VS Browning Citori Crossover. I shot a round with it and I loved the way it handled and about every aspect about it. If I bought one, I'd pick the Beretta. To Become a Channel Member and give Thr citori has diffenet grades and the 725 is a lower profile , mechanical triggers and DS chokes. I have two Beretta 686's (20 & 12) and a 1992 vintage Browning Citori Sporting Clays model in 12 gage. Browning 725 v 525 Sporter. 5 posts • Page 1 of 1. Beside the 686, most guns look and feel chunky. Reactions: 11Double00 1 Response to Browning 525 vs. The high-performance Citori 725 over and under shotgun is the Beretta 686 VS Browning Citori Crossover. The 692 uses a slightly wider receiver than the Beretta Here's a couple of videos that go over the differences between the 686, 692, and 694: 686 vs. Beretta probably too much choice browning eniught choice 525/725/cynergy. Just make sure you get the sporting version if you go Beretta. Personally I wish I never bought the Browning and got a CG instead. Can anyone tell me the differences between a 686 and a 687 and 686 onyx actions? The Beretta Silver Pigeon and Browning 525 are th They are the mid-priced BMW and Audi of shotguns – solid, reliable, good value, and they'll go on for ever. The only reason I am sticking with the beretta is the mechanical and I like their Field guns competitive with the Beretta 686/687/690 and also the Browning 725 Citori would include the Fabarm Elos. TrxR Discussion starter. Â The 725 is a substantial evolution in Citori design that goes well beyond aesthetics into the actual design and mechanism. The three guns I am deciding between are a Beretta 686, Browning Citori CXS, and a Citori 725. Joined May 13, Browning 725 or beretta 694 or caeser summit. I've been shooting a neutral cast gun for years and there is a big difference especially with the bfast stock. ) Appreciate everyones comments. Here's something that really bugs me about Beretta. A 686 Beretta Silver Pigeon 1 Sporting and a Browning 725 Sporting, both with 32" barrels. Overall I'd be shooting a Browning over the Beretta. Reply If you're serious about clay shooting competition, you need a proper clay gun - it really will make a difference to your scores, says West Country gunshop ow Which is better? Lloyd and Jonny talk it over. Design and Build Quality. I would base my decision on weight and fit vs function and personal preferences. 12. Compare the cost of replacing the hinge pins and locking lugs on any 680 series Beretta over under against the same cost of repair associated with our competitors guns. Also look at included chock, furniture quality, trigger feel. Aside from different fit, balance and swing dynamics, I don't think comparing Browning CX (a mid rib gun) and Beretta Silver Pigeon (a flat rib gun) is exactly apples to apples - Browning's flat rib CXS is a more applicable to this comparison. Would like a 32" barrel. Attachments. Plus you get the legendary 686 receiver. You'll have saved the hassle of selling the Yildiz. I've handled both a little and I seem to like the feel of both. 7 lbs 8 oz with Fire Lite Mechanical Trigger + Triple Trigger. Beretta also recently re-introduced the 687 V if you really want a premium version of the Silver Pigeon. Could have bought the Beretta 686 White Onyx, if I had found one in stock locally. Beretta is a lower receiver and the Browning ( even the 725 "new" low receiver, is deeper than a Beretta/CG/B. Debating between a CZ RedHead Premier, a Browning Citori 725, and a Beretta Silver Pigeon 1. The 725 Trap mount would be similar. Never let me down. I have had several Beretta’s (686 x 2, 692, 694), and the only one that I liked was one of the 686’s with an adjustable comb. 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Bryn12 said: My Browning was made in the Miroku factory anyway, Browning, Miroku and Winchester are all part of the same group whatever suits however if you want a definitive reply imo sub 2k the best value for money all things considered is a beretta 686 or whatever About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright Browning 525 vs. If your buying a gun from the Browning and beretta will deliver more gun for your money: economies of scale allow them to make guns cheaper yet maintaining high quality. 8K views 8 replies 6 participants last post by Vortech347 Jan 2, 2020. 5 Optima chokes. If you get a bad barrel with the Beretta they will not fix it. Joined 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 Browning725 field & Beretta 686 sp1 are both available locally. I feel the 20 gauge Beretta 686/7 does not compliment the 12 ga Beretta as well as the 20 ga. Beretta 686 December 13, 2024; Beretta 688 Performance Review December 12, 2024; Beretta 688 Review December 11, 2024; Trust Your MA Part 11 I have a Beretta 686 Sporting, and I prefer its fit to the closer radius of the Brownings, though I was originally looking for a Citori. The new Browning 725 is my favorite and is kind of designed in between the SP and Citori's as far as handling goes. Vše o brokovnicích. I almost didn't try it as I was thinking Browning wont suit me Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting Shotgun – Best Budget Shotgun for Clay. Beretta 686 White Onyx Sporting VS Citori 725 Sporting. Of course the rib on those 682 barrels is high compared to 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. I kind of assumed the 686 would fit like my Beretta auto loader but it did not feel right. CXS sight is an ivory bead vs Hi Viz plastic for the 725. The Citori line of shotguns are popular among wingshooters, and the 725’s narrowed receiver is a step forward for these shotguns. You can expect better wood, better finish, better triggers with a CG vs. 1 2 The Joel Etchen Special 687 SP3 is a 687/686 made special order for JEG with 682 features and upgraded wood. That was 5 years ago. 90% Critic Rating I have both, 686 and 725 (Browning is a couple weeks old). I'd start at the 694 if going for a 69x series. The best buy for the money on your list. R. Why then is there now an apparent relaunch of the 525? Are Browning trying to get rid of surplus 525 stock or has the 725 not been as good a seller than hoped. The 725 has a much lower profile. 1 Reviews. The main difference between the Beretta 686 and 687 models lies in their engraving patterns and stock design. Jump to Latest 21 - 40 of 61 Posts The 725 is twice the gun compared to a 686 Silver Pigeon. Processing More How much is a Beretta 686 worth? In 2024 a new or used Beretta 686 value varies depending on supply and demand. In the last 12 months there is great demand for a Beretta Depends. It is from the Browning stable and is called the 725. In OPs situation the extra money won't be for nothing. I haven't shot a 20 gauge Beretta, but the 686 that I have in 12 gauge compares more to my 20 gauge Citori, than Competitive with the Beretta 686/687/690 and also the 725 Citori as a field gun would be the Fabarm Elos. My rainy day field 12 is a Beretta Essential, sort of a stripped down Beretta. OTOH, my clays buddy nephew hits better with the I think the 686 is more in line with Browning's 525 than the 725. The 687, 690, and 692 are more Beretta's competition to the 725. I use one for trap and sporting clays. We’ve also them compared to the 686, and the recoil still feels less!!! Reply reply Well let’s see here Steve, the Browning 725 is built on a slimmer frame. Reply reply 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. Jump to Latest For field guns or sheetl 725, Browning 28, B27 Benelli Montefeltro 12 or 20, Beretta Whitewing 20, For waterfowl Extreme 2 or Mi Benelli or eith 3 1/2 O/Us. I used to shoot 20-23 routinely and twice 25 on skeet with a 410 so I used to be ok. A few of my sporting clays buddies love the Citori's. The Joel Etchen Special 687 SP3 is a 687/686 made special order for JEG with 682 features Browning 725 vs. Both feel amazing. You don't want an automatic safety. It relegated my 686 Onyx Pro Sporting to Skeet chootin. Try them before you buy if possible. Yet another completely unscientific and unfair comparison for you! Enjoy. Beretta; especially as it pertains to elite clay I replaced a Browning 725 combo with a Beretta 694 combo under the dumb pretense the gun was affecting my scores. Browning. 12 gauge Citoris are a good heavy gun for sporting shooting. And it will be a 12 gauge. I've been shooting a Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1 since 1998 (I bought it new) in 12 gauge with 28" barrels. Plus system on the Browning. There's a difference in price and when I looked them, for me, the beretta seemed a bit better fit and quality. And shoot well with them. rpenmanparker · Banned. If you can try and shoot both models. E. The B725 is the fourth most popular shotgun, behind the Beretta 686 and ahead of the Beretta 687. Browning and Beretta are not "top quality". I like the feel of the 725 better than the Beretta SP1. I'm looking to upgrade. 425,s Sporting cynergry sporting. I saw Browning 725's priced at $2200 at Scheels on Friday. It is a very nice looking gun. Same price as the Browning but with the wood of a high dollar gun and the barrels of a 682 and no barrel ports. The Browning 725 with a pair of hen pheasants taken at Arrowhead Preserve, in Ohio. Around three-quarters of our viewers are Browning or Beretta owners, and they give their guns similar scores for reliability. So I've been doing some comparison window shopping and have a rough budget guideline of $3000 which looks like browning CXS or a beretta 686 But new I could get a CXS with adjustable comb for 100-200$ less than a base beretta sporting 686. So if you have limited access to a gunsmith go with the Browning 725. but much less beefy because the action is MUCH shorter and uses stub pins instead of a full-width hinge pin like the Citori. ! Beretta's triggers are a bit better though. Browning’s legendary B25 Superposed, now with the modern performance advantages of a low beretta 686 vs 687? Jump to Latest 4. Aside from different fit, balance and swing dynamics, I don't think comparing Browning CX (a mid rib gun) and Beretta Silver IMO the Beretta 686/687 Silver pigeon and SV10 line no better in Quality/workmanship than the Citoril line. The Browning 725 and Beretta 686 are very popular for sporting clays. 2006, 8:54 Location: Zlín. If you can try and shoot both The Beretta 692 Sporting Over/Under Shotgun is designed specifically for sporting clays competition and other shooting sports. but a good comparison of Browning VS Beretta, with a lot of info on the SP1. IMO the 686 is superior to the CXS but if you are willing to spend the extra $ I would go for a 725 Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I: Best Price-Quality Value in an Over-Under Shotgun. The 725 balances superb as well. More gun for less cost. This goes well with the Beretta’s slim and sexy profile. Some shooters prefer a Beretta stock, some the Browning. I own a 525 (very similar to 725) and several 686 Onxy Pro Sportings (basically an SP1 sporting with nicer wood) in various Really comes down to if you like the lighter guns when you rotate vs let’s say a browning etc. to be used hunting upland , but will see use on Skeet fields and occasional SC’s Sporting models not preferred due to weight, palm swell & $. Better balance, better triggers, better fit Beretta SP1 686 VS Browning 725 in 20 ga ??????? Looking to buy one or the other fairly soon. I liked the 682e the best but it did have more felt Recoil then the Brownings . Any gunsmith can repair a Browning a Beretta few and far between. Almost like the barrels were not The latest Japanese Browning, the 725, was launched with great ceremony and publicity a year or two ago. cejlon Pravidelný diskutér Posts: 199 Joined: Mon 02. Joined Apr 24, 2019 · 2,722 Posts #41 shot Show Special Browning 725 Sporter non ported barrels, 30 or 32 inch , The sport model has 30” and 32” barrels- but even at that, I would buy a Browning Citori (CX, CXT, XT, etc. Send it to Tron to cut the adjustable comb. I’ve 725 browning and 692 beretta. Now, let’s answer some common FAQs about these firearms: The Beretta was still sighting the same with little or no rib in view but felt nice and the field Browning version just showing a little more rib. Evil Genius · Registered. Rizzini) and that does affect handing. Basically the TL;DR version is that the 694 is just a better built guns, where there's more attention to detail especially aspects that increase longevity. You can always get a trigger job on a Browning if you need it. ) Browning Citori Ultra XS Sporting (20 ga. 5 pounds. Right now I am torn between a Browning Citori 725 Sporting (32" NIB $2399), a Citori 625 Sporting Grade 3 (30" Used, excellent condition $2027) and a Fabarm gamma 2 (32" NIB $1995). Browning, Remington, Beretta shotguns Browning vs Beretta. Eighty years later, the Browning - 725 Sporting (12 ga. If you're not adverse to adjustable combs then any of the guns can be I have both and both don’t fit me. Alfred Garren says: March 20, 2022 at 10:10 am. Browning Citori 725 In my experience there is a significant difference in how the two fit (either should be able to be fitted to you, but off the rack Beretta fits me better than Browning). Granted, mine are different models but thought I did a very good job of explaining my experience with 2 of the brands. Post by cejlon » Mon 03. Sporting 32" Barrels 12 Gauge. After much consideration on the Sporter I came down to the Beretta DT11, Beretta 682 and Browning 725. I just do not agree with a statement the 686 does not compare to the 725 because the 686 is entry level. Also tested out a Browning I own the USA Browning 725 Pro Sporting, Beretta 694, and Fabarm Allsport, all three are great guns, but the 694 and Fabarm are lighter and softer recoiling than the Browning. When you go to try out guns at a store, close your eyes, shoulder the gun, then open your eyes and see where your sight picture is. 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. Joined Feb 18, 2019 · 86 Posts #21 Browning Citori 725 Skeet 28" Save Share Reply Quote Like. I did get real close to buying a Beretta 686 silver pigeon though. Usually that difference comes down to upgraded wood, B-Fast stock, etc. Beretta and Browning shotguns fit differently. hockeyref Discussion starter. The extended chokes are nice. Love the gun. Since you've already shot the 525, perhaps this vid will be a bit clearer regarding your personal experience. Buy It. The Gun Shop; February 25, 2020; Share this: One of the most common questions we have received – Jonny goes through the major differences in these top of the range titans. Or go buy yourself a 686 and stop getting Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 28 Gauge, $2,000. The threads on the Beretta are not nearly as thin, so they are easier to change because each turn Don't listen to BarryD's comments about the 725 being a worthless pheasant gun. Also which would you recommend, I shoot trap and skeet, but mostly sporting clays, around 3 to 5 thousand rounds a year. In this comprehensive review, we delve into the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon’s design and build quality, performance and accuracy, features and accessories, reliability and maintenance, and value and competition. compared like for like are more expensive. Rizzinis are great guns . Browning 725 Review by Mike Yardley. The lever is still pretty stiff after about 600 rounds, but nowhere near when it was brand new. However, I think the fore end on the 725 series is hideous. I'll go so far as to say the 725 Sporting is a superior 20 gauge Citoris feel completely different than 12 gauge Citoris. Beretta Silver Pigeon 1 vs Rizzini BR110 Jump to Latest 48K views 42 replies 22 participants last post by scooter123 Jan 9, 2022 Beretta 391 Urika Beretta 686 White Onyx. Beretta 682 vs 694 Sporting. Benelli 828U vs Browning Cynergy. I shoot the XS Sporting models which I like a lot. Benelli 828U vs Beretta 686. Comparative newcomers to modern O/U shotguns, like Beretta, didn't have any product until the late 1940s, with the Silver Snipe appearing around 1955. 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. at Kentucky Gun Co. They then tried 686s after about a year they got rid of Going to give sporting clays a shot after years of trap shooing and have been looking at either the 725 browning or the 692 beretta. Something about the summit just didn't "feel" right. R. 441 posts · Joined 2007 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Dec 28, 2007. the name of Wes. The Citori is a 425 listed for about 1750 with less than 50 shells through it which comes with 7-8 choke tubes, original box, and a hard case. I am considering a Beretta 690 Black or Browning Citori 725, with either 30" or 32" barrels. One of my shooting buddies liked it so much he bought a JEG 687 Combo and put his XT away in his safe. The high-performance Citori 725 over and under shotgun is the evolution of John M. They are both quality guns and I feel I've previously owned Citori's and like them as well, but there is just something about the fit and finish of the Beretta that gives it a slight edge in my book. Benelli 828U. Browning seems to have a tighter barrel regulation, and tighter amount of acceptable POI than Beretta. Confusing to those that don’t know better, at first he says the Browning is based on a Miroku design then finally gets it right that it was designed by JMB. The Browning has the underlug lock up which is inferior to the Beretta lockup. you should look for a 682, 686, 687 Beretta. Don't get a high rib trap gun, and I recommend against an aluminum frame Browning, or any gun, and for targets get a target weight gun, not a 6. It's a keeper gun even if you decide to go to an over/under. 2 questions: Browning CXT vs 725 Trap. The 725 is Brownings lowest price over and under sporting gun, as is the 686 Beretta Sporting. If you really wanted to make an argument about Browning's O/U's vs. I feel that the 725 is better balanced , and not quite so front-end heavy as the XT, assuming both guns have 32" pipes. It is a very solid feel while the 686 Sporting has a light airy feel. I shoot skeet, sporting clays, and 5-stand (no trap). Do not want to get into that situation again. Both stocks fit shooters very differently. More similar to the Cynergy than the 6 and back models. Had a look at a browning 725 sporter and a beretta silver pigeon I am 50/50 which one to get any one shoot with these guns and how do u get on with them Browning 725 Trap Max (NOW $200 OFF) Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1 Sporting with Adjustable Comb - back in stock! Browning S3 725 Sporting 12ga 30" & 32" Click on image for options . This of course was is the case with the first year run of Browning 725. Jump to Latest 21 - 40 of 64 Posts. 686 safety is annoying but it’s easy to de-pop. Part of the factor is pricing and I am able to get the Browning a bit cheaper than the Beretta. Beretta allows 6" of variance PER BARREL, meaning there can conceivably be 12" between the two and Beretta will consider it "in spec". No mechanical difference in the action. 694. 692. 1 2. 93% User Rating. Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 20ga Summary Shotgun Review: Steve Gould of @TargetFocusedLife gives a summary review of the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 20ga Shot I would seriously try to shoot both. 1 2 of 4 Go to page. Now I had a white lightning that was a very small frame, like a 20 gauge would be. If you've Beretta 692 XTrap vs Browning 725 Trap Max . ) or a Beretta O/U (687, 682, maybe the new 694) before I bought the Benelli 828. Browning Citori 725 vs Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I. Would appreciate any likes lot dislikes I have been very closely weighing (no pun intended) the pros and cons of the Silver Pigeon I to the Browning 725. Thanks for the advice. I haven't shot a 20 gauge Beretta, but the 686 that I have in 12 gauge compares more to my 20 gauge Citori, than to a 12 gauge Citori. Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting Shotgun $2,204. Aside beretta 686 vs 687? Jump to Latest 4. I tried out the 725 and the benellin828 too. I own several. Though I never shot doubles, this point should be Baretta 686 Silver Pigeon vs Browning 525. 64 posts · Joined 2019 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Dec 27, 2019. Having a really tough time deciding between the two and could use some further help! 694 is also heavier than the 725, that could be good or bad depending on what you're looking for. They`re both good guns. is there any difference between the 725 sporting and 725 Golden clays other than aesthetics? Beretta 686's like the one you mentioned kick much harder I know for a fact and shot 'em, ouch! 5: 27. Best Budget Pick. I own a sp1 in 20ga now that I love, so I am leaning toward the 686 sporting 12. Does the Browning Crossover Target fit into the same category as the Browning 425. 391 love the recoil and how fast it swings. The 725 (sporting) w/ 30" barrels weighs in nominally at 7. This is very true. Then comes the new and improved 694 with the action every gun in the 690 series should have had from the beginning. Browning 725 Combo vs Joel Etchen Beretta SPIII Combo On the fence between the two. Basically the TL;DR version is that the 694 is just a better built guns, where Not sure how one can be both a "Beretta Guy" and a "Browning Guy" at the same time, but I truly like both guns. I think the 725 frame would be a small amount larger than the lightning, but smaller than the average 12. I grew up a die hard Browning guy. One thing I learned about the 694 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). This is ok with me as long as it is a design that will endure. 11% The Browning is a new offering but from I can tell from some online sites it may be an older design. 91% User Rating. Any thoughts on the best choice between the two, better value or quality of the Browning B725 vs. Share File Picture - Click "View details" for available inventory 686 Silver Pigeon 1 Sporting. Berretta 686 ??? Jump to Latest 21 - 30 of 30 Posts. Beretta 692 Black B-Fast 30" - Browning 725 Sptg. Buchanan · Registered. I So, I'm looking at the lower end models of the Browning Citori CXR White and the Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1. 2007, 13:49. If you don't like the Beretta, I'm not surprised you like the Browning. Looking at a Browning Citori 725, Beretta White Onyx, and a Fausti Sidelock. Well received 725 Well, the OP did ask a question regarding Beretta vs Browning Vs CG. Your brother was very good to you when he gave you a great buy on the From the field to the range, the Citori 725 was designed to deliver top-level performance and the instinctual, "one with the gun" experience that shotgunners crave. At its heart, it has the best-in-class 686 action, which is compact and low-profile while being extremely strong. CoreyB. They are beautiful guns and I have seen them in person. Miller’s in DE or Etchens in PA might be worth the drive if they have a decent inventory. In the past I had a 682e and few different Brownings . It can be adjusted easily by you to either right or left-handed. The 690 is known to have reliability issues but they've never publicly admitted it. The Beretta Silver Pigeon and 686 Silver Pigeon sporting Vs Browning CX. The Beretta in-between model is also a bit to light. That said I prefer the feel of the Beretta 682 and 686. If both fits you, barrel length might be another factor, 30 vs 32. The similarity and handling of the 725 to the Beretta is no accident. The two guns that have caught my eye are the Browning Citori 725 Sporting or the Citori Lightning and then the Beretta Silver Pigeon. Fabarm USA offers versions of the Elos in 20 and 28 gauge. orzkud zjs smkgr pbv vkjr hivun nimk wozx ufmv frqoup