The Beretta SO4 Sidelock from 1970: Unfired Italian Mastery
Among the most refined over/under shotguns to emerge from postwar Italy, the Beretta SO4 holds a special place in the hearts of collectors and sportsmen alike. Crafted in 1970 at Beretta’s famed Gardone Val Trompia factory—a cradle of centuries-old gunmaking—the SO4 represents the apex of the firm’s mid-century sidelock craft. A true “Special Order” model drawn from Beretta’s elite SO Series, this particular example, preserved in new-in-box condition, offers more than just exceptional performance and beauty—it offers a pristine window into the golden era of Italian sporting arms.
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