Okrang 0 Posted March 25, 2008 Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Hi Peeps, New kid on the block here! Joined the forum yesterday and have enjoyed following all the different discussions going on across the spectrum - some of them quite lively - good stuff! Some of you might have read my introductory post in the 'new members' section - I am looking to buy a second-hand O/U 12g. game gun. I saw a good looking Rizzini 28" 1/4 & 1/2 O/U in my local gunshop today but know absolutely nothing about the make. It felt good to hand and mounted nicely but I just don't know......... it's just a name to me!! They want £550 for it - it is in immaculate condition but I can't compare it to anything! Anyone got an opinion on Rizzini guns? Any idea what they cost new? Any help at all will be great! Thanks, John. Quote Link to post
macberran 2 Posted March 25, 2008 Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Hello John and welcome. I am a browning man myself, though I bought my eldest a 20g Rizzini mainly because of the 13" stock. It fires ok and hits the spot though the action and trigger feel a bit........cheap. Although this coould just be this gun and how its been treated as it is second hand. Like I said though it does the job. A little bit more and you could pick up a Beretta or Browning, a far better gun. Quote Link to post
Okrang 0 Posted March 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Dont rise to the bait its a windup.He seems very suspicious. paranoia or what? Where I work they have effective medication for helpful people like you! Quote Link to post
Okrang 0 Posted March 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Hello John and welcome. I am a browning man myself, though I bought my eldest a 20g Rizzini mainly because of the 13" stock. It fires ok and hits the spot though the action and trigger feel a bit........cheap. Although this coould just be this gun and how its been treated as it is second hand. Like I said though it does the job. A little bit more and you could pick up a Beretta or Browning, a far better gun. Thanks Macberran, I think you are probably right - I just need to be patient and get the right 686! the Rizzini I looked at today felt very tight but didn't feel too smoothly machined - I put it down to the fact that the gun had been on the rack for a while and was virtually new! cheers, John. Quote Link to post
Okrang 0 Posted March 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 where do you work? The nut house. Yep!! Quote Link to post
Okrang 0 Posted March 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 check out bettonsoli shotguns.They are really nice and they shoot well and for a good cost.The silverline is only £700.Fine ittalian guns. Good looking guns too. I saw a couple in the shop today but didn't try them - should've had a better look! Have you got one? cheers, john. Quote Link to post
Guest bigredbusa Posted March 25, 2008 Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 robertwest , why you trying to cause crap ? you are attempting to steal my password and now causing crap on the board . stop now fella Quote Link to post
Okrang 0 Posted March 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 keep to the subject okrang.Where do you work and whats your purpose on these forums? find someone else to bug Guevara! Quote Link to post
Ratman2 2 Posted March 25, 2008 Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Looks like the mods are in for a busy night. Quote Link to post
Okrang 0 Posted March 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 When i buy a gun it has to have looks and performance and i think bettonsoli fit the bill well.Its worth looking into them. Im spending £4000 on my next gun so i will be able to sell of my bettonsoli. Wish I had your budget!! I'm looking at spending about £600!! Cheers, John. Quote Link to post
dickyboy 1 Posted March 25, 2008 Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Craps a little harsh.......i got a rizzini as someone offered me a next to new gun for £50.....i really like it, could do with fitting better but thats nothing to do with manufacturers, no guns fit me well off the shelf my rizzini has done 4 years of abusive use, didn't even have a cleaning set for 18months and the only thing is the chokes rusted but it was prob wet when i put it away.......from time to time the internals seem to get dirty which may make them feel rough but all in i like it and would have another at a snap Quote Link to post
Aled 475 Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Hi OKrang, you could do worse than look at a Lanber? Bog standard guns with no frills but do the job. Cheers Aled Quote Link to post
Okrang 0 Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 okrang, look athe avalon guns website.They do great guns at good prices mate. Good evening Wingshooter, Thank you for your helpful suggestions - I'm afraid I gave up last night - with all the hassle from that troll! I checked out Bettinsoli guns and they are a very reassonable price and the styling at the top end is quality but I am after a 28" fixed choke gun for predominantly game shooting (and the occasional 'social' clay shooting!). The Avalon site is brilliant - good selection of guns and competitive pricing too - thanks for suggesting it. I have e-mailed them regarding a s/h Beretta 686 Special they have for sale and will see if it's a deal! Cheers mate, John. Quote Link to post
Okrang 0 Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Hi OKrang, you could do worse than look at a Lanber? Bog standard guns with no frills but do the job. Cheers Aled Thanks Aled, I think I now have my heart set on a s/h 686 - will get the most decent one I can afford and see if they are all they are cracked up to be! Cheers pal, John. Quote Link to post
Okrang 0 Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 rizzi are crap really mate,not very good quality,try for a berreta 686 or maybe a miroku---exellent guns bettisol and rizzini are just cheap guns build quality isnt up to much,try to stick to the top makes,if ya skint quite a few places do them on fianance now if thats your thing,a good well fitting gun will make all the differance between hitting and missing, Craps a little harsh.......i got a rizzini as someone offered me a next to new gun for £50.....i really like it, could do with fitting better but thats nothing to do with manufacturers, no guns fit me well off the shelf my rizzini has done 4 years of abusive use, didn't even have a cleaning set for 18months and the only thing is the chokes rusted but it was prob wet when i put it away.......from time to time the internals seem to get dirty which may make them feel rough but all in i like it and would have another at a snap Evening Peeps, I'm sure that with a Rizzini I would get a good basic gun with a touch of Italian styling but I am trying to get a bit more on the refined engineering and reliability front. Can't afford to buy that new so will go for the best 686 I can find at around £700 - 800! Thanks for your replies! Cheers, John. Quote Link to post
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