Beretta 695 Review | Top End Of The 690 Series Platform!

Published on November 13, 2022
Duration: 10:27

This review of the Beretta 695 shotgun, presented by Premier Guns, highlights its position as a top-tier model within the 690 series. The presenter, demonstrating significant expertise, details the 695's features, its versatility for both game and clay shooting, and its improvements over the 680 series, particularly in balance and feel due to the wider action profile. The review covers specific aesthetic and functional upgrades, including engraving, action finish, and barrel construction, while also noting its discontinuation in the UK market.

Quick Summary

The Beretta 695 is the premium offering within the 690 series, designed as a versatile crossover shotgun for both game and clay shooting. It features a wider action profile for improved balance, Class 3 Walnut stocks, and enhanced engraving, distinguishing it from standard models. The sporting variant includes an adjustable trigger, making it a high-end choice for discerning shooters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Beretta 695
  2. 00:13695 vs. 690 Series Platform
  3. 00:32Crossover Gun: Game and Clay Versatility
  4. 00:55Launch History and Comparison to 691/693
  5. 01:32690 Series Action Design and Balance
  6. 02:15Competitor Comparison: Miroku MK60 High Pheasant
  7. 02:36695: High-End Boxlock Design
  8. 02:56Gauge and Barrel Length Options
  9. 03:13Higher Grade Features: Engraving and Action Finish
  10. 04:03Review of the Game Model (30 Inch Barrels)
  11. 04:25Forend Design Critique
  12. 04:55Game Model Specifics: Rib, Sights, Barrels
  13. 05:14Ejection System Comparison (690 vs. 680)
  14. 05:41Chamber Size and Steel Shot Proofing
  15. 06:07Auto Safety Standard
  16. 06:10Key Plus Points: Technology, Balance, Stock
  17. 06:26Stock Features: Schnabel Forend, Checkering, Recoil Pad
  18. 06:40Handling and Weight of the Game Gun
  19. 07:14Sporting Version Overview
  20. 07:25Sporting Model Features: Adjustable Trigger
  21. 07:37Crossover Appeal of the 695 Design
  22. 08:04Stock Design for Sporting Model
  23. 08:15Sporting Model Specifics: 32 Inch Barrels
  24. 08:21Barrel and Rib Construction (Sporting)
  25. 08:36Left-Handed Models Available
  26. 08:42Game Model Left-Handed Details
  27. 08:49Upgraded Walnut and Comparison to Other Models
  28. 09:01Upgraded Case and Contents
  29. 09:19Discontinuation in the UK Market
  30. 09:31690 Series Superiority Recap
  31. 09:50Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Beretta 695 a top-end model in the 690 series?

The Beretta 695 is considered the top-end of the 690 series due to its enhanced features, including higher-grade Class 3 Walnut stocks, deeper scroll engraving, a refined action finish, and in the sporting variant, an adjustable trigger. It was designed as a premium crossover gun for both game and clay shooting.

How does the Beretta 690 series action, including the 695, improve handling compared to older models?

The 690 series action features a wider profile than the older 680 series. This wider design significantly improves the gun's balance and feel in the hands, leading to a more stable shooting experience and potentially reducing felt recoil.

What are the key differences between the game and sporting versions of the Beretta 695?

The game version typically features 30-inch, non-ventilated barrels with a parallel rib, while the sporting version often has 32-inch ventilated barrels with a tapered rib. Crucially, the sporting 695 includes an adjustable trigger, a feature not found on the game model or most other 690 series shotguns.

Why is the Beretta 695 no longer available in the UK?

The Beretta 695 has been discontinued and is no longer available for new purchase in the UK market. While the 690 platform remains in production, the specific 695 model has ceased manufacturing, making it a sought-after item on the used market.

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