Rizzini BR110

I got fed up with the .410 ammo situation. I literally just finished mounting a brand new MEC .410 reloader to the bench. By a holy miracle, and through no small financial expenditure, I've got all the components so am planning to tune everything today and turn out a handful of reloads to test.

Now I really "need" my Rizzini. lol
 
The Baron said:
Resurrecting this thread to see if anyone knows who the main importer is for Rizzini shotguns in Canada? I want to talk to them about ordering a semi-custom gun (2 barrelled set, with upgraded wood to my dimensions).
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It would take too long to write it out but trying to order a custom Rizzini was an absolute nightmare in my experience. So is trying to get service on one in Canada. They are very nicely fit and finished guns but the customer service and support behind them in Canada is a massive failure. And they are a very, very hard resell as a result of the poor customer support. I would not own one again unless something changes in the distributorship and service of them. I'd spend my $ on something else with known good customer support. Just my .02 worth.
 
the spank said:
It would take too long to write it out but trying to order a custom Rizzini was an absolute nightmare in my experience. So is trying to get service on one in Canada. They are very nicely fit and finished guns but the customer service and support behind them in Canada is a massive failure. And they are a very, very hard resell as a result of the poor customer support. I would not own one again unless something changes in the distributorship and service of them. I'd spend my $ on something else with known good customer support. Just my .02 worth.
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Well I’m in the market for a nice 28 gauge O/U. Spending $2500-$5000. What would you suggest? I don’t mind used but must be in excellent condition. Some sporting/5 stand and upland/duck hunting will be primary use. Thanks
 
Warranty and customer service are not a big concern when I purchase a firearm. I long ago learned that those things are poor to non existent with most manufacturers so instead I look at how available parts are and is there some one around who can fix the gun if the repair is beyond my capabilities.
Resale value is only a concern if I plan to sell the gun in the near future. I have guns that I shoot frequently and really like so if they are worth nothing then I’m not out anything because I enjoy them and have no intention of selling.
 
Yeah, agreed - a Beretta 686/687 would be a great choice, Longstud. Silver Pigeon I, Silver Pigeon III or the Sporting version of either if you want a more of a clays gun. I’ve got a SP1 20ga. you’re welcome to try out. A Browning 725 Sporting 28ga. would be very nice as well, although much better suited to clay shooting.
 
I’ve been reading this thread with interest. I’m a noobie to skeet, but along time casual shooter.

I’ve a compromised shoulder, so the 28 ga. is a logical choice for a long-term gun, despite my inexperience. I’d been reading-up on entry level guns and was feeling fairly certain that I needed a br110. I like its mechanical triggers and minimalist aesthetics. Lower-end browning offerings appear to be built on a 20 ga. frame, so the Beretta 686 was the only other 28 ga. gun I was considering.

In the end I bought a 686 due to its excellent reputation in reliability and spare parts availability. I shoot it surprisingly poorly, I’m optimistic that I will adjust to its light weight, hopefully much sooner than later…I’ve only had it out twice.

Fit and finish seems consistent, but I must say the finish is very thin on the stocks and will need attention before next summer. I had read-up on the gun and anticipated this issue.

I have the 686 sporting with 28” barrels, and while the online description suggests a non automatic safety on the sporting models, mine came with an auto safety. Additionally the rib between barrels is advertised as being vented on the sporting models, but like the safety does not seem to apply to the 28ga sporter.

Not deal breakers for me, but perhaps worth considering.
 
Broke my best score in skeet with a 28,had a 4 barrel set of Brownings trying to get my gas up for competition but could not.Enjoy skeet but only as a past time.The beretta is a good choice even with its issues my .02
 
The true sporting version comes with a wide 10mm rib with a glass bead front sight a manuel safety and a weight closer to 7lbs. The field version comes with a auto safety a 6mm narrow rib and a steel front bead and a weight of just over 6 lbs . Receiver markings are deceptive I have a true 12 gauge Sporter that is marked silver pigeon 1 and 28 and 410 field guns marked silver pigeon S and a 30inch 20 gauge that's marked just silver pigeon there is also a silver pigeon marked 111 upgrade model. It can get confusing but field models always have a steel bead auto safety and light weight. Berretta uses gauge specific frames where as Browning uses a heavier 20 gauge frame for all three gauges that is a deal breaker for some.
 
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pStefan said:
I’ve been reading this thread with interest. I’m a noobie to skeet, but along time casual shooter.

I’ve a compromised shoulder, so the 28 ga. is a logical choice for a long-term gun, despite my inexperience. I’d been reading-up on entry level guns and was feeling fairly certain that I needed a br110. I like its mechanical triggers and minimalist aesthetics. Lower-end browning offerings appear to be built on a 20 ga. frame, so the Beretta 686 was the only other 28 ga. gun I was considering.

In the end I bought a 686 due to its excellent reputation in reliability and spare parts availability. I shoot it surprisingly poorly, I’m optimistic that I will adjust to its light weight, hopefully much sooner than later…I’ve only had it out twice.

Fit and finish seems consistent, but I must say the finish is very thin on the stocks and will need attention before next summer. I had read-up on the gun and anticipated this issue.

I have the 686 sporting with 28” barrels, and while the online description suggests a non automatic safety on the sporting models, mine came with an auto safety. Additionally the rib between barrels is advertised as being vented on the sporting models, but like the safety does not seem to apply to the 28ga sporter.

Not deal breakers for me, but perhaps worth considering.
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If shoulder issues are your driving factor for getting a 28 gauge then you should consider one built on a 20 gauge frame as the extra weight helps to mitigate recoil.
 
Agreed, I’ve a few options including lighter reload recipes, etc. Shoulder has been tuned up surgically and is working well, I just want to be careful with long term use… I’d hate to find out 10 years from now that shooting a 12 ga. was a poor choice!
 
pStefan said:
Agreed, I’ve a few options including lighter reload recipes, etc. Shoulder has been tuned up surgically and is working well, I just want to be careful with long term use… I’d hate to find out 10 years from now that shooting a 12 ga. was a poor choice!
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Not an O/U but another really nice alternative would be the Benelli Ethos. Soft on the shoulder and very reliable. I’m toying with which to buy now. For use on ducks the extra round and three inch chamber with BOSS Bismuth would make a great platform. Hey Baron, I managed to luckily aquire a case of Win AA 410 in #7 1/2 and a case of Challenger #4. That’ll keep the new 1975 wingmaster running for a while.
 
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The Baron said:
Nice! Save a few boxes, and we can do a .410 squad on 5-stand this summer. :)
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That’s what the case of AA sporting are intended for. Clubmeeting was held on Sunday and the summer sporting league is a go as well as our two sporting shoots! Yeah
 
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