F.A.I.R. Shotguns - Lincoln Shotguns

[Jumbo]

Hi Guys, does anyone have any experience with F.A.I.R or Lincoln (made in the same factory) shotguns?

I believe F.A.I.R. made guns for a variety of brands, but havent seen or heard too much about them. I have been offered a Racing Sporting version with amazing wood and lovely finish at what seems to be a very good price. BUT, I dont personally know much about them.

Any input from those that know would be appreciated.

The Shotgun will be used for Compak and sporting clays.

 

[Red Leg]

They are an Italian manufacturer that are part of the Italian Firearm Group that includes I think Sabati and Pedersoli. From what I understand they outsource and assemble more so than say Beretta. A couple of US dealers, Kevin’s for instance where I handled a couple of small bores, carry special runs of their guns. Most Of these are the higher grade designs and seem to run between 3 & 4K. The one I handled was a side-plated boxlock which seemed a close clone of the ubiquitous Beretta 686 action. In short, seemed to be a solid gun.

 

[Rob404]

I have a F.A.I.R manufactured O/U in 20g mines a Verona 503 made for the big box stores. I think it made really well fit and finish are excellent and the wood is outstanding for an over the counter Shotgun

 

[008]

I was told they were made by Rizzini when looking at an O/U. They look very similar, nice guns for the price.

 

[Jumbo]

Thanks guys, seems to be similar consensus to what I am hearing from some of the locals this side. I am going to go shoot it and then decide.

 

[Jumbo]

Ok, so I ended up buying the Racing Sporting FAIR. Absolutely beautiful gun and awesome to shoot.

In fact, it is indistinguishable from the Beretta 690 in looks and feel. (Ok, the 690 has some orange and different wood, but same components and geometry.)

I have definitely stepped up my game since starting to shoot this gun, so here is hoping for a long relationship! I will post a few pics when I get a minute!

 

[Hoss Delgado]

Lovely Fowling piece. What chokes are on yours ?