Giuseppi Gitti SxS

ken1989 said:
By the way, I saw the exact gun listed for $3500 US and later listed as sold.

Again, I appreciate the comments.
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Not trying to be a negative Nelly, but it would take the hand of God to get $3500 for that gun. Many of these "sold ads" that you see were fakes from the beginning. It doesnt just happen down in the US, but also right here in Canada. Just view some of the ads posted on some of the other sites. You'll notice a trend, and thats people referencing "ads" down in the States hoping to bump up market prices here in Canada. If thats what it "sold" for at auction, then it must be the cats meow. There are two Gitti's listed in Italy, both for about $1000 euro, neither has sold. If any place is the place to have interest in Italian guild guns (cottage guns as referred to by English gun makers), then you'll be hard pressed to get the same here.

Im not trying to say the gun isnt a good gun as its quite the opposite. A beautiful piece thats for sure. But the beauty in this case isnt worth more then what someone on this thread said they will pay for it
 
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I looked into old italian archives and found this that may be of interest to you.

There were three independant gunmakers in Gardone by the name of Gitti. Umberto (1930), Pierino (1950) and Giuseppe (1960) Giuseppe flooded the Italian market with well priced firearms in the late 50's into the early 60's making it a failry popular field gun in southern Italy. Giuseppe's operation turned into Giuseppe Gitti e Figli when his sons joined him in the business. According to a Bolaffi cataloge from 1965, a price of 40,000 lira was listed for a Gitti SxS. I couldnt determine which model was listed in the catalogue. In any event, 40,000 Lira would be an equivalent to approximately $25 CAD ($23 US) at that same time. Of the three Gitti gunmakers, Giuseppe's work is of the highest quality. There was also a Bartolo Gitti, but he strictly worked for Beretta and did not release any guns of his own. As mentioned in an earlier post, the Gitti's were artisans who purchased action blanks in the white, and customized and completed them. Barrels were purchased from various manufatures and fitted to the action being used. Most common barrels used on the Giuseppe guns was the chrome lined barrel produced by Breda. Stock woodwork was apparently done in house.

If you're willing to take on the challenge of translating an email into Italian, you can attempt to contact a gentleman in Naples, Italy that is currently selling a G. Gitti SxS. Maybe he can provide you some info or pictures of his piece for comparison purposes. He has listed the gun for $300 Euros on August 16th and by the looks of his ad, the gun is still available. His ad says that the gun is in good condition, but who know what truely means in reality without seeing pictures in the very least. His ad has a contact email address of marioermanno@libero.it

*EDIT* I forgot to mention that you can also contact the Italian Proof house that oversee's the approval and record keeping of all firearms manufactured in Italy. I have personally contacted the proof house when looking to obtain info on guild guns, and they were always able to provide valuable information. All completed firearms have to pass saftey inspections and are subsequently stamped with the proof house markings. At that time, the proof house also archived everything they proofed and have the info stored in some sort of library. The person I've had luck contacting in the past is Antonio Girlando, who I believe is the Director. I was able to get a hold of him through his assistants email which is viviana.facchini@bancoprova.it
 
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I came across this one for sale at a Canadian retail location. Asking price is $850 and it has been there for a while.

Side By Side, 20 GA X 2 3/4", Silver Finish Engraved Receiver, 28" Barrel, Double Triggers, Extractors, Full/I.M Chokes - Condition: Very Good
 
I think this Gun at one time was mine. How many 1956 Gitti's are out there? Decent gun but $1000 way to high. More like the $500 range.
 
That is Breda....had one in excellent condition and traded for $650 value...
It is beautifull shotgun but dont get your hopes high for $1000 or up range because it is very hard to get it...
Big market and lots of beautifull shotguns under 1K floating around.
 
daka said:
That is Breda....had one in excellent condition and traded for $650 value...
It is beautifull shotgun but dont get your hopes high for $1000 or up range because it is very hard to get it...
Big market and lots of beautifull shotguns under 1K floating around.
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It's not a Breda.
 
Win/64 said:
It's not a Breda.
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I bought 2 Breda double barrel shotguns years ago, I believe for about $400. each. Nothing special, F/M, double triggers,
blued bbl's and receiver, wood stock. I traded one and sold one years later for $450.
These are not the same guns, not even close.
 
Here's me with a U. Gitti and dearly missed friend:

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I stumbled upon a Gitti almost identical to this one at the Markham gun show. The gun certainly is beautiful...and as luck would have it, it fit me like a glove. Overall, I felt the gun was in very good + condition. The vendor had a tag of $800 and wasnt ready to negotiate on a price , which was fine with me. When I went to the following gunshow in Orangeville, the same vendor still had the same Gitti for sale on his table. I didnt bother asking about the price again, but something told me he was going to pack it up and carry it home again. The vendor happens to live a few minutes down the road from me and I got his contact info after I purchased a different sxs from him. I'm thinking I might just give the paesan a phone call to see if he'll consider trading it for 5 brown ones. Definitely one of those gun not worth selling based on the quality of the firearm and the dollar it commands
 
1963beretta said:
I stumbled upon a Gitti almost identical to this one at the Markham gun show. The gun certainly is beautiful...and as luck would have it, it fit me like a glove. Overall, I felt the gun was in very good + condition. The vendor had a tag of $800 and wasnt ready to negotiate on a price , which was fine with me. When I went to the following gunshow in Orangeville, the same vendor still had the same Gitti for sale on his table. I didnt bother asking about the price again, but something told me he was going to pack it up and carry it home again. The vendor happens to live a few minutes down the road from me and I got his contact info after I purchased a different sxs from him. I'm thinking I might just give the paesan a phone call to see if he'll consider trading it for 5 brown ones. Definitely one of those gun not worth selling based on the quality of the firearm and the dollar it commands
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I wish you luck with your quest. If it fit me really well I'd likely go a bit higher than 5 bills---if I really wanted it.
 
brybenn said:
Does anyone know how to remove the gold inlay in the stock? I'm planning on redoing the oil finish on mine. Or do most just oil right over top the gold?
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I would definitely not attempt to remove the gold inlay. I have oiled right over the top without an issue. Of course, I was as careful as possible and a quick wipe with a Qtip helps.
 
1963beretta said:
Should only be two screws to remove the buttplate and one slotted/hex head bolt to seperate it from the receiver
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If all it has is a through bolt to the receiver which will be identified once you remove the buttplate. Otherwise you have to remove the trigger guard, the trigger plate screws, the screw through the top tang and the screw under the opening lever.
 
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