Perugini and Visini Maestro 12 GA 26″ Over Under O/U Double Shotgun
SOLD FOR: $2,281
WOA#: WY240225JH008
Make: Perguni & Visni
Model: Maestro
Serial Number: 1596
Year of Manufacture: 1988
Gauge: 12
Action Type: Break action over and under with auto eject
Markings: Beautiful P&V Maestro Model Sporting Shotgun. This 12 Gauge features 2-3/4″ chambers, with 30″ Demi-bloc barrels fitted with a matted, ventilated top and non- ventilated side ribs. Barrels are marked “MADE BY PERUGINI & VISINI” at the left rear. Barrel flats are stamped with 2000 Italian nitro proofs and SN. Low profile, coin finished, O/U action with minimally engraved lock-plates with a removable trigger group featuring a non-automatic safety and single non-selective adjustable trigger. Bottom of the action is also engraved “PERUGINI & VISINI”. “NUVOLERA, BS, Italy”. Also on the right side of the barrel we see “NUVOLERA, BS, Italy”
The left and right lock-plates are smooth but trimmed with Italian filigree. .The bottom of the action and trigger guard continue the quail theme with additional inlaid quail and acanthus style scroll.
The stock and forend features fine quality, European walnut with a pistol grip buttstock (no palm swell) which measures 14 7/8″ over a black Buttplate. Note the stock measures approximately 13 7/16″ to the end of the walnut stock from the same middle trigger position. This stock can be readily shortened for a shooter needing a bit less length. Point pattern checkering with line borders at the grip. Matching schnabel forend has a Deeley type release.
Barrel Length: 26 inches
Choke: Improved over improved modified and a second barrel set has Cylinder over Open
Sights / Optics: This shotgun is mounted with standard sights
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two piece standard semi pistol grip. The LOP measures 14.25 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the <Fill Here>. walnut stock has a few minor marks in the rubbed oil finish. Fore end shows some handling marks (most likely from use at clays course) and some wear to the oil finish. Bores are bright and appear excellent. Mechanically excellent and action / lockup remains tight. Ejectors work and are in time. The stocks rate in or about very good to excellent overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: no magazine
Type of Finish: Blues steel an
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright. There is no erosion. In either barrel set
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows only minimal handling or pressure marks. The screw heads are strong and show no tool marks. The markings are clear and distinct. Overall, this shotgun rates in about Very fine to excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions fluidly. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Extra barrel set
Our Assessment: The Maestro is a truly custom highly refined and finished version of the classic Italian Boss inspired o/u shotgun incorporating a removable trigger group concept. The Maestro is available in all gauges in both game and configurations, including game, sporting, trap and skeet.Both non side plated and side plated configurations with varying levels of engraving are available.The hallmark fit and finish is standard and equal on all versions.A designed trigger housing allows for a greater thickness of wood throughout the grip area.Stocking of the Maestro incorporates choice blanks selected for their structured integrity and esthetic beauty. Custom dimensions are standard as per client order.The trigger group is available in either traditional V spring design or a coil spring variation incorporating rebounding hammers. The trigger blade is available fixed or adjustable for L.O.P. A barrel selector is optional. Monobloc Barrels are standard while demi-bloc are optional. Chokes can be ordered as fixed or interchangeable as per request. The forend is of the auget release type. An optional forend incorporating Boss style metal extensions and Anson plunger release is available.Our Maestro represents the ultimate achievement in a shotgun incorporating a removable trigger group design.The Maestro is originally supplied in a custom fitted case. This item is missing its case. Please see our photos and enjoy the auction.-K.F.
