Beretta 686 Onyx Pro 28 gauge

[kidneyboy]

Looking for opinions about this particular O/U. It seems like a quality firearm without to many bells and whistles which suits me well.

I'm not a shotgun guy, don't own one, but when I have a chance to shoot one the 28gauge seems to suit me best. This would be for very casual skeet/clay shooting and the occasional upland game bird hunt.

 

[entropy]

If you're not a shotgun guy, the 28 ga. for clays games is probably not the best fit. The 28 ga. is an expert's gun for clays, and a great grouse/quail/dove gun. It can work for pheasants, on a game farm or early season, though 20 is still a better choice there. The 686 Onyx is an excellent gun in all the gauges.

 

[Milkmaster]

I have the 686 White Onyx in 28 ga. It is a quality shotgun that is a pleasure to shoot. The ammo costs more than the 12 ga, so I reload some for it, but I would still enjoy it even if i didn't reload.

 

[1KPerDay]

Onyx Pro is a quality gun. 28 gauge is another kettle of fish. If you want it and think it will fit your needs, the gun is a good one.

 

[cfullgraf]

I'm not a shotgun guy, don't own one, but when I have a chance to shoot one the 28gauge seems to suit me best. This would be for very casual skeet/clay shooting and the occasional upland game bird hunt.

I'm a big fan of the 28 gauge. I shot my first pheasant with one, my dad's side by side he grew up with. Also, my first class win in a skeet tournament was in 28 gauge, I shot a 12 gauge over/under fitted with 28 gauge tubes.

Also, I have a 28 gauge White Onyx and it has performed well for me.

28 gauge can be a bit more challenging to get hits due to the smaller/lighter shot charge. Keep that in mind and you'll have fun.

Buy ammunition by the case or reload and it will get the cost down a bit.

 

[Riomouse911]

Indeed, the 28 requires a lot more skill/ability to hit clays and quail than the larger shot charges thrown by 20-16-12 gauge guns. It’s not impossible by any stretch, but errors in form are more readily exposed.

I’m reminded of that every time I miss with one of my 28’s.

Cost of the 28 is similar to the 16 gauge per box... both are higher than 12/20. But (mercifully ) the 28 is less per box than the 3” .410 I need to feed my 1100.

Stay safe!!

 

[kidneyboy]

Thanks guys. I grew up shooting a 12ga and a 410. The 12 is to much for my old shoulders and the 410, well the 410 kinda seems like a pistol round. The 20 is ok but I've been shooting a buddies Franchi 28 O/U and really enjoy it.
I'm going to take a look at the 686.

 

[cdb1]

They are excellent firearms. But as always I go back to fit. Browning O/U’s fit me much better than Beretta. Might be the same for you or the Beretta might fit you better.

 

[farm23]

The 28 will pattern very well but it does deliver less shot. I am an odd ball because my 2 favorite gauges are 28 and 16.

 

[GE-Mini-Gun]

If you have the 12 already you can reload 3/4oz loads for it (same weight as the 28) and save a ton of money or you can purchase 3/4oz loads. I shoot in a skeet league and use a 12ga 3/4oz load all the time…scores have not changed since going from 1oz to the 3/4oz….something to think about.

 

[Jessesky]

Is this the new one or the older p.beretta one?My main clays gun is a 686 onyx sporting 12ga, which has a beefier stock and 30” barrels (p.beretta). It shoots very well. I may upgrade the wood one day.

 

[Milkmaster]

Here is my 28ga White Onyx. Love it. I still have my 686 12 ga, but the 28 is lighter to shoot for sure.

 

[loose noose]

I nearly bought one at a local pawn shop ere about 5 years or so ago, until I noticed the stock was cut down to a ridiculous length of pull that a 2" recoil pad would have been used in order to get it to a manageable length in order for and average person would be able to shoot it. BTW it was a 686 White Onyx, too bad as they were only asking like $750.00 for it and now I understand why. Only the Lord knows what else was wrong with it.

 

[Jessesky]

I nearly bought one at a local pawn shop ere about 5 years or so ago, until I noticed the stock was cut down to a ridiculous length of pull that a 2" recoil pad would have been used in order to get it to a manageable length in order for and average person would be able to shoot it. BTW it was a 686 White Onyx, too bad as they were only asking like $750.00 for it and now I understand why. Only the Lord knows what else was wrong with it.

Man I would have bought that and fitted a stock!

 

[Picher]

I love the 20 Ga., 686 Onyx that I bought last year N.I.B., but 28 years old.

 

[Picher]

View attachment 838528 Is this the new one or the older p.beretta one?My main clays gun is a 686 onyx sporting 12ga, which has a beefier stock and 30” barrels (p.beretta). It shoots very well. I may upgrade the wood one day.

View attachment 838528 Is this the new one or the older p.beretta one?My main clays gun is a 686 onyx sporting 12ga, which has a beefier stock and 30” barrels (p.beretta). It shoots very well. I may upgrade the wood one day.

Sorry, but I noticed that your Beretta seems to be a little long in the buttstock for you, but I'm not a trap shooter, so am not sure.

 

[Jessesky]

Sorry, but I noticed that your Beretta seems to be a little long in the buttstock for you, but I'm not a trap shooter, so am not sure.

I think that’s how it appears in the photo is all. I’ve found its even a little short for me. It is 14.75”. I’m 6’3 with and have found my old German shotgun with a 15.25” LOP fits me even better.

Thanks for the advice though