The Beretta 486 Classic Hunter is a side-by-side 20-gauge shotgun with a 28-inch barrel, wood finish, and 2-round capacity. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 082442954158 
• Action: Side by Side 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Finish: Wood 
• Gauge: 20 GA 
   

Features 

The 28-inch barrels give a longer sight plane that suits driven and walked-up upland game, as well as clay disciplines where swing-through is the technique. The side-by-side layout means two choke choices are immediately available. The shooter selects the barrel by trigger pull, which is a practical advantage in variable conditions. The wood stock is a traditional-style fit; exact dimensions vary by configuration. 
 
At 20 gauge, recoil is lighter than 12-gauge alternatives with the same shot payload, which suits shooters who prefer a softer-shooting field gun for full days of hunting. 
 

Usage 

The 486 Classic Hunter targets upland game hunting (quail, pheasant, woodcock), and clay target sports where a traditional side-by-side is preferred. The 20-gauge/28-inch combination is a classic upland field setup. It is also a collector and display piece given the attention to wood and metalwork typical of the 486 series.

Owners of the Beretta 486 Classic Hunter in 20GA consistently praise the craftsmanship. The wood finish and overall fit and metal work on the 486 series are frequently described as a cut above entry-level side-by-sides, and buyers who compared it to alternatives at similar prices tend to feel the quality difference is real.

Handling gets strong reviews. The balance, swing characteristics, and trigger are regular praise points. Shooters note that the 20GA version handles quickly and tracks targets well for upland work.

The main practical consideration is price. The 486 sits above budget side-by-sides and some buyers weigh it against other Italian or Spanish SxS options in the same range. Most who buy it at the full price feel the quality justifies the cost; buyers who find it discounted are uniformly satisfied.

Customization and aftermarket options are more limited than for common over-under platforms, which some owners note, though the 486 is not a shotgun buyers typically choose to heavily modify.