The Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I Vittoria is a 20 gauge over/under shotgun built on the 686 boxlock action with 28-inch vent rib barrels and a 3-inch chamber. It carries a Grade II walnut stock over a blue/black metal finish, with an engraved receiver typical of the Silver Pigeon line. The Vittoria designation denotes a lighter, more compact build within the 686 family compared to standard-dimension models. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Beretta 
• Model: 686 Silver Pigeon I Vittoria 
• Gauge: 20 Gauge 
• Action: Over/Under 
• Capacity: 2rd 
• Barrel Length: 28 in 
• Chamber: 3 in 
• Finish: Blue/Black 
• Stock: Grade II Walnut 
   

Detailed Features 

• 686 boxlock action uses a locking system shared across Beretta's over/under line for consistent lockup shot to shot. 
• Optima HP choke system allows swapping choke tubes to match load and target distance. 
• Trigger safety works alongside the manual safety for an added layer of control. 
• Grade II walnut stock and blue/black finish give the gun a traditional field and clays look. 
• 3-inch chamber lets the gun run both 20 gauge field loads and heavier 3-inch shells.

Beretta's 686 line has a long track record, and the Silver Pigeon I is usually the reference point owners compare other over/unders against. Reported reliability is strong, with the boxlock action holding up well over years of use, and workmanship on the metal and wood fit is generally rated above the price point.

Handling draws consistent praise for a lively, well-balanced swing that tracks crossing targets smoothly, whether on clays or in the uplands. Some shooters moving from field-grade pumps or semi-autos note the recoil impulse feels sharper without a gas system to soak it up, though the 20 gauge chambering keeps that manageable for most.

On value, the 686 Vittoria sits in the mid-to-upper range for Italian over/unders, and owners generally see the fit, finish, and resale value as worth the premium over budget imports. Choke tube and stock-fitting support through Beretta's network is considered a plus, since parts and gunsmithing familiarity with the 686 platform is widespread.