Great review! Purchased one a few weeks ago and after 1000 rounds or so through the gun, it is amazing! Love the new podcast too. Cheers from Kansas.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom. Glad you are enjoying the gun and the podcast.

Thanks Lloyd, great review

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Leo

Lloyd. Spectacular review. Because of you this is my next clay gun. Thank you for the quality videos, the editing when “answering” the questions made me crack a chuckle or two. Keep up the good work!

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, as Alan Partridge would say: AahhhHaaaaaa!

Hi LIoyd, that's a great review and helped enormously when looking for a new gun. I went to the gun room at Bywell on Wednesday and tried every gun I had researched. After much deliberation and great advice from the gun room staff, I settled for the 694. Once we had settled on the 30" barrel length, fitting the appropriate chokes and setting up the comb to my facial profile, we took it for a test shoot and I fell in love with it. Not only did I like it, but the friend I took along ended up buying one as well. Well done to all who helped us in the gun room at Bywell. We are back next week for a lesson with our new guns!

@lloydyp

2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff, shout if you are up on a Saturday and I’ll say hello.

@richardscott6904

2 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp thanks LIoyd, much appreciated. Your KZread videos are excellent and you'll be seeing a lot more of me at Bywell because of you. Well done for all you do. Richard Scott.

Interesting review. It is nice that you are giving us your own opinion about that new shortgun. Thank you very much!

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

Well done Beretta. 👍

Excellent description.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Don

You answer all the questions I had about the gun. I’m going for that.👍

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thank for watching

Thank you for a solid review.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

The more I see it, the more I like it! Let’s see how the next couple of years go and how I progress, maybe one for the upgrade list. Great review and video quality👍

@oldfarmer3001

4 жыл бұрын

Next years ? Beretta will give us every year new guns, helps selling them....so for years...

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

thanks Dan

Great review as always

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt.

Geat review Lloyd. I agree with you that Berette will sell a shed load of this gun!

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man.

Thank you for the review and the recommendation. Just bought the gun, now waiting for the shooting range to open again.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Klaus, enjoy it :)

@klausmoritzpeitzsch690

3 жыл бұрын

crazy times, still not shot a single time ...

Great review thanks.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks is for watching Paul.

Really like the the whole design. Saving for this gun. Thx for the video

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

My Pleasure.

Love it when you said “aye” to the camera

@lloydyp

7 ай бұрын

Was hoping people would find it amusing

Great review, thanks a lot. I was one of the first to lay hands on Beretta 694 sporting in india, back in Nov. Prior to this i was shooting 686 Gold, so for me it was definitely a big upgrade :). I have put about 500 through it. Its a smasher, you jst need to reach the target and its blast, no chips, total smack it. I am using Olympia Trap, which is pretty average ammo, but the results are very good. Another fellow shooter got the trap model for his son, and he jst scored his best of 112, he is 14yr. He has shot 25 quite a few times, prior to this he was using 692 black. Consistent feedback is it definitely handles much better, recoil is better. Patterns are very good. Even the wood we found is better what we had got on few 692s here. Only hickup and that was damn disappointing was that in mine, 2nd barrel was not getting engaged all the time. I opened it and inspected it to find that inertia block was facing some resistance while sliding over the back of the hammer, i filed it a bit and now its perfect. But i never expected that from Beretta. Beretta will sell a lot of these for sure. Its complete adjustable with weights, adjustable trigger pull and stock.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching man.

@rishabhsopta3618

2 жыл бұрын

Hello I am interested in trap shooting , from where we can import this gun 694 in India

Just brought a 694 30" adjustable comb. Can't wait to set it up and try it out.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy 🙂

Lloyd, thank you for your impressions on shooting and the handling of the 694, a practical no nonsense honest shooters review of the 694 over various disciplines. I have had the chance to see one in the flesh so to speak, unfortunately no demo gun available to try out yet. As soon as one becomes available I will definitely take advantage of trying the 694 out. Just opened my gun safe to see what would go to fund a new gun😉

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks David ;)

@paulwilson7234

Жыл бұрын

In a nutshell.

Had one for a couple of months,lovely gun.It shoots better than I ever will.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

still got it?

@timmarshall2411

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp Yes,lovely gun.

Lloyd I own the 694 B- Fast with vertical marbleized grainwood it is beautiful 30" barrels not 32's but that is ok by all means. It's a cracking gun your right. Thanks for this video

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

Thank you for this great review. I shoot Olympic Trap and am undecided between the 694 and the 725 Pro Trap. Your suggestions hugely valued.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

I've never shot OT Simon. The high rib guns do seem to be very popular for the Olympic disciplines but honestly I would be hesitant to suggest either based on my zero experience of the discipline.

@simonbon100

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp Much appreciate your honest comment. Keep up the good work.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

No worries Simon. Sorry I couldn't offer more insight.

Glad I listened to your review I absolutely love my 694. My wife is trying to decide on hers between the 725 trap max or the 694 vittoria the 725 seems big for a 5ft 4 woman but is fully adjustable

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Watch my wifes lates review of the Vittoria.

@PimaArt

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp just did, awesome reviews. My wife is pretty set on a vittoria model but they are extremely hard to come by in California, from my understanding it’s due to covid. As soon as I find one it’s hers 😃

I agree about the looks, but reserving final judgement until I've seen one in the flesh!

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

tried one yet?

@MrSpencely

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp No, decided to keep my 692, for now at least...!

Bought a 694 yesterday. Thank you for the review Lloyd.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy it man. 👍🏻

@davedunn7759

3 жыл бұрын

How are you liking the gun so far?

@nfavor

3 жыл бұрын

@@davedunn7759 The gun gets better and better. Action is breaking in nicely. It's a better gun than I can shoot but also I didn't want to buy say a Silver Pidgeon and end up selling it up upgrade.

@davedunn7759

3 жыл бұрын

@@nfavor Glad it’s working out! Crazy how many rounds it takes to break these guns in. Going through the same thing with my 690 Sporting. 👍

@nfavor

3 жыл бұрын

@@davedunn7759 Enjoy the gun and the sport! My only gripe is my range is a bit far but once I get there, its a great time with great people!

First person to make any comparison to the 68x series. Would love to see full comparison though as it’s the decision many Beretta owners have to make themselves.

Love this gun. Picked up the ACS version.

Is this a great review - "Yes" as always Mr P.😎

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard.

Great vid, I gotta get one soon

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rudy.

I've got my money to buy this 694 32" barrels going Monday to order one. Yes thanks for your videos

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Have you got it yet?

@DFox-ud3gx

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp ,Yes Lloyd I bought the 694 B-Fast with the 30" barrels. I also bought the magnetic barrel weights. The wood grain is vertical fiddle back they say. I do love this gun so thanks for your videos I bought my 694. Plus I did get my shooting glasses up grade as well I bought the RE Ranger's the phantom series spot on.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Nice one, glad to hear you are enjoying the gun 😀

Great review Lloyd, thank you. I actually took the plunge and bought one of these last week in 32” but not had chance to use it yet due to the weather. I really echo your comments though especially the fact it feels more ‘premium’ somehow.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

How are you getting on with it 1 year later?

@iangrant18

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp Good thanks Lloyd, had an adjustable comb fitted to give me a bit more rib. Only problem is my form has really dropped since coming back from lockdown so,having to work on that. No problem with the gun though and all good thanks for asking. I hope you’re well too?

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Aye grand apart from the lack of bloody shooting 🙄

Just pulled triggers on the 694 30" Sporting based on your review. Can't wait to get it and go smash some clays!

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Good man 👌

I love my beretta 694 just got it replaced my 692 💥💥

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Nice one, good to hear.

Nice production quality Lloyd. Nice definitive answers comparing the 694 to other B.gun models--how about comparing it to the CG and Blazer competition? Thanks for the reviews.

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

I answered the questions I had been asked from the previous video, as ever these are my opinions of course. I need to have a think about CG and Blaser.

@bugslayer1127

4 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp thanks for the quick reply.

Great review Lloyd but I don't agree when you keep on about hand chequering I shoot a Browning,it's great to think someone has used there hands to do it,like buying hand made furniture instead of a laser chequering....

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

It's not hand chequering I have a problem with, it's the execution. On a sub 5k gun if I had to choose between laser chequering or hand chequering that looks like I did it, I'll take laser.

My Beretta 694 12/32 is coming in the next one week. Looking forward to breaking sporting clays.

@lloydyp

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your new gun.

Very nice recording, new Lloyd, new Beretta. I see you Instagram, thumb up !

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man.

I've tested the 694 recently and agree entirely. However I like the action and I and several others have found the comb to be about 2-3mm too low. I just hope they bring out an adjustable stock version real soon. But awesome gun.

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Adjustable stock version is out in December.

@2Twill

4 жыл бұрын

Do we think they will make a black edition ?

@ROBERT6500MK2

4 жыл бұрын

@@2Twill Only time will tell really.

@Worcestershire321

4 жыл бұрын

Went into my local gun shop yesterday and shouldered both the 30” and 32” 694. Lovely feeling gun with a quality feel. Comb wasn’t low enough for me so they’ve ordered an adjustable one for me. Should be in before Christmas they say 👍🏼

I guess it will be the 694 vs the Blaser F16 and CG Summit since they're all priced similarly here in the states.

@smogmeister

4 жыл бұрын

I have the 694 and the Summit and find them both similar to shoot.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

F16 and 694 feel very different to shoot. The 694 is the better gun for clays IMO.

Hi Lloyd, great and honest review as always. Between beretta 694 and CG Invictus I , which one do you think is the best gun overall in terms of quality, build and reliability?

Been waiting for this, first English review online, congrats.

@cfcbeanz1122

4 жыл бұрын

ferociousfrankie The Gun Shop did one last weekend but they don’t shoot it

@ferociousfrankie

4 жыл бұрын

@@cfcbeanz1122 Yeah, Lloyd did the same, this is a review.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Frankie.

Great review! Have you considered reviewing the 690 sporting black?

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Ive done the 692 black.

I check your chanal every day mate waiting for your review on zoli Kronos, you do a great. Thanks

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hasan, I'm afraid you might have a long wait, I have been waiting over a year to hear back from Edgar Brothers / Zoli to get hold of a test gun.

If they make a black edition I'll not be able to resist.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

No reason they wont make a black edition

great review of the 694, do you have any knowledge of a skeet version becoming available?

Heyy Lloyd.. thanks for the review! How did you find the recoil with the 694? Pro sport weights around 3.9kgs and 694 around 3.6kgs. Also how are the trigger pulls compare to the 692??

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Trigger pulls are on par, nice and crisp with minimal reset travel. Recoil feels great, no problems at all.

Great review but when i saw one in Australia I found the stock wood pretty bland compared to the one you had on the review.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex

Top lever matches the design on the receiver? Other wise the review is great and informative. Just bought one because of your review.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, how are you getting on with it?

@nelsonr4759

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp is nice one but not as nice as my DT 11 but it give me another one to shoot, more toys.

@nelsonr4759

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp Btw I had to send it back to Berreta to have it shoot 50/50 I couldn't get it there no matter what I did, but Beretta had it at my door in four weeks shooting 50/50. They should check there shotguns before shipping them to there distributor.

Great review Lloyd, always enjoy them. I am in the market, have a 10 year old Browning XS Skeet, works great. Seems like the 694 is similar gun. Thoughts? How would compare the 694 to a Perazzi for skeet?

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Very similar handling if you get the balance right. It's an all rounder though rather than a dedicated skeet gun.

Great videos and reviews! Would you prefer the Beretta 694 or the blaser f16 sporting for competitive sporting clays?

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

694 any day. The f16 is a great game gun but it's a little light for clays.

We’ll you did it again picked up a nice used one sweet gun

@lloydyp

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, yes, it’s 100% my fault. 😂 do me a favour and don’t tell your Mrs where I live.

Filming the interior of the barrels/ forcing cone would be nice

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

specialist lens required and not as interesting as you think

rough checkering on the Browning, I really like the rough checkering, gives it a new feeling for about 6 months. I suppose my big hangup for the 694 is the trigger. how is the inertia trigger? compared to a mechanical trigger?

Good to know. To bad for me though as I love my Caesar Summit Sporting.

I currently have a 682 gold trap, would this be worth upgrading to? I have seen the acs version and it seems like a good gun. I'm only shooting trap at the moment.

Great review Lloyd however it's left me more confused than ever. I've just obtained my license after a good few months and lessons at a local clay ground and will be heading up to Bywell to purchase my first gun. I started looking at the usual 525 and silver pigeon but then the 525 laminate caught my eye and I've increased my budget as I would rather buy once and have it last me. Question is ignoring fit etc would something like the 694 or ProSport be wasted in my hands or would they be able to see me throughout my shooting career, or I should I stick to the lower end and upgrade in a few years if I feel the need to. I'm in love with the looks of the 694 and it is nice to have nice things. Keep up the good work !!

@smogmeister

4 жыл бұрын

I rushed out and bought a 525 when I got my license and couldn't hit a barn door with it as the stock was too high for me. I changed to a Caesar Guerini Summit and it suited me perfectly. Yo9u could even see on my registered CPSA scores which gun I'd been using.I traded the 525 in towards a Beretta 694 and it is a lovely gun to shoot and the stock suits me also.You keep seeing people say try before you buy and I wish I had.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Did you contact me on instagram about this perchance? I cant believe I didnt answer you at the time. sorry about that.

Would you recommend a 30 or 32inch for 5 ft 9 27 year old male, primarily shoot skeet, do some sporting clays also?

Lloyd, I’ve watched this video a few times now but also the Browning XS Pro(Both good reviews). Currently looking at my next purchase and I’m always choosing between these two. What’s your thoughts on these please? I know you own a XS but was wondering if there was a 694 at the same price as your XS Pro, which would you have chosen. Thanks Lloyd

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

I would have bought a 694 if one had been around used at the same money. Hopefully that answers your question 😉

Personally love the plain understated style of the action much more then Perazzis latest offerings or generic “game scene” engraving

@lloydyp

2 жыл бұрын

Beauty is in the eye etc.

Howdy lIoyd,A laser cut gun they lack the same feel that anything handmade gives you.not only that but the practical ability of laser cut chequering doesn't quite stand up to it's hand cut cousen.this is because,while pushing the cutters through the wood,you also condense the wood in the chequering,not only with force of the cutter but with the dust that the cutter creates.this leaves a denser, harder point in the chequering that outlooks and outlasts the laser cut option, Which often leaves a very open grain that can be susceptible to issues......but I bet you would still have laser chequering lol take care lIoyd..

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

I understand the benefits but remember we are talking about a gun that costs 3k. For sure on a more expensive gun the cost includes beautiful chequering. My point is that on a gun of a certain price point, laser cut is fine.

Lloyd. Thank you for a great review. I've just got my license because my father handed his old side by side which is fine for 20 odd shots for game, but shooting 100-200 at the clay it kicks a bit. I only want to buy 1 gun (unless I can earn more money). Would you say that this is worth the £700 over the SP3 sport? Any advice is appreciated. I saw a 694 today and am use a demo gun next weekend. Great work! TIA

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

The 694 is a completely different gun to the SP. It's a focussed clay competition gun, the SP in any grade is a compromise gun for game and clays. Depends what you want really.

Lloyd pattinson The 694 ($7000au)is on my shortlist and my question is how much better is a Dt11 at double the price ($15000au). A krieghoff is also on the shortlist ($18000au) mainly because if I dont like it then its easier to trade down, i can stop working overtime lol. Krieghoffs are coming into this country next month, apparently there's been none for 3 years. Ps it's not easy getting hands on these here.

Ordered a 694, but very slow to arrive! The wait is killing me!

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

They always take too long. I'm in the same boat,will be revealed soon what I'm waiting for.

@Rattlecanjeff

3 жыл бұрын

Lloyd Pattison whatever it is, I will enjoy your review! Keep up the excellent videos.

Great review Lloyd, would you say this new Beretta is up to par de with a CG invictus? how would you compare them?

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

That's a toughie. They are pretty evenly matched although they handle quite differently. The invictus is more of a heavyweight compared to the 694. I feel like I would need to shoot them both again to answer your question as it's been a while since I reviewed the cg. I would reccomend you try both if you can and see which suits your style best?

Very informative review.......i am glad that Beretta has now finally as you say a good gun, though we have to wait to prove it"s self in time, only time gives the best review.......What about all these poor 692 owners that have a fairly new gun and strugling with it"s broblems and now Beretta makes something else - improved ? How do they feel ? At least Beretta under consideration should build a gun that it"s parts could fit- upgrade - and maybe for free or low cost- the previous models to make everyone happy. Thats honesty and respect to customers. Thats why i left Beretta and now i am on Blaser"s train............

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think it's realistic to expect Beretta or any company to maintain an old design because of flaws. Companies develop new products on a lifecycle and release them, sometimes they are successful, sometimes not. The economic realities of product development and sales are what they are.

@dimosthenismagos7982

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp Let's see Blaser F3 from the very first model-had flaws- till the more recent-no more flaws. Every owner can upgrade every F3 even if it is an early one in any way stock - receiver -forend- barrels without limits and make an early model look like as already said the very recent. Yes i know it doesn't come cheap but it is very important that the gun uses the same chassis all these years and you can build it piece by piece with all upgrades unlike with a Beretta that you need to buy a whole new gun and sell your's lower than half the cost. Do not get me wrong.......i do like some Beretta models, i really want to shoot the new 687 III 2020, they sure know how to make a good gun but profit is their main goal so they do mess up things with no customer care............thats sad.

Beretta 694 or CG Invictus G1, 30" barrel in either- so which one for general sporting clays and skeet?

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Now that's a bloody tough question. I think the 694 is as good a gun for less money if that helps?

Hi Lloyd, thanks for the review. Do you also think about a review for 694 and 725 (2020 model)?

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

I'm still waiting for the 725 to come from Browning. The lockdown and Brexit aren't helping.

Hi Lloyd, Love the review! Would you choose a 964 over the CG Invictus?

@EmilMouritsen

4 жыл бұрын

Just read a review from Jaeger - the Danish magazine comparable to Field Sports UK: they went to Italy for a beretta launch and 5 out of 25 guns had ejector or pin fails, that’s horrible from such a gun! Otherwise he agreed with you on lots of things and that it shoots really well

@DKFarmer

4 жыл бұрын

EmilMouritsen Hej Emil. Hvis du overvejer en CG Invictus så har jeg et pragt eksemplar til slag næsten ny, til en kanon pris. Vh Frederik

Sir how about triggering of 694 is better than 692 ?

I shoot both trap ( 80%) and sporting (20%). Currently, only the 32 inch barrel is available to buy at my store and online. Do you have any recommendation on barrel length? 32 or 30 inch? Wish I could hold and try both, but alas...can't do that for either. Welcome to the supply shortage...I currently shoot a Benelli Super Sport semi-auto, 28 inch barrel, 49.5 inches overall length. I'm 5 ft. 11 inches, 185 pounds. I know this is probably a stupid question and if I was only able to hold, mount, and try each one life would be so much easier.....Love your site, BTW.

Lloyd great review as always I think you’ve been told the wrong price though cheapest I could find it was £3300 and in your video you say it’s £3000

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Nope, 2 sold yesterday (28/09/19/ at Bywell for £3040. They are sold out for now of RH but more stock to follow I'm sure.

@petyt8

4 жыл бұрын

Do you know when the next shipment is arriving lloyd?

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

@@petyt8 I dont sorry man, you would need to call the shop on Tuesday.

Great review as usual Lloyd , I'm not really a fan of berettas but would like to give this one a try . Nothing to do with shooting but I really like your watch , can you tell me what sort it is please ?

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, it's a Damasko DA46 www.cwsellors.co.uk/products/damasko-watch-da-46-black-pvd-da-46-black-leather-pin-dmk-191?awc=7154_1569792908_42502fede05068ae2fba7244fa272670&AWIN&Shopila+UK+%28CSS+Partner%29

@pauleasthope8309

4 жыл бұрын

Lloyd Pattison thanks very much , just turned 65 self employed so have to buy my own long service watch , will be getting one of these because I deserve it 😊

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

@@pauleasthope8309 good shout, I love the mechanical feel of Damasko, also they have a quite unique sounding tick which is very pleasant.

Very much enjoyed this video especially your question and answer session mid way through. It would have to be very good to be better than the Browning Pro Sport. I have mentioned before here that I own and love a Browning Ultra XTR which is 16 years old and just fabulous. The Pro Sport is the latest version of that line I suppose, though not a pure trap gun. How would you compare the 694 with the Browning XS Pro? A few months ago I bought a 692 and really don't like it. It is now up for sale. I found it vague in the shoulder department and bouncy at the front end. Nicely built and good quality but not for me. I bought it because I couldn't get my head around buying a DT11 at £6000++++. I have already replaced the 692 with a used UGB25 which is really extraordinary. I love it and have morphed seamlessly from the Browning (which is now my second choice) to the UGB. Beretta seem to have slotted beautifully into that mid market sector with the 694 and I for one cannot wait to get my hands on one for a try out. Good video Mr Pattison.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

The 694 / Ultra XS are a very close match, I think you pick the aesthetic you prefer as it's too close to call in terms of features and handling.

A quick question from a newcomer. I very much prefer the look of a beaver tail / semi beaver tail fore end over any of the alternatives. I've seen them on a few sporters but they seem to be mostly on trap guns. Is there any reason they are not / less suitable for sporters?

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Nope, I much prefer a beavertail myself, I hate Schnabel fore ends.

@AntExe-ey5my

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙂

What model number is the gun that you reviewed?

Hi, just bought 694. What is this decal/sticker looking thing along the barrels? Is it a protective film? Can I take it off?

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Beretta come with a protective film on the barrels, yeah you can pull it off.

I am as well very excited about Beretta launching the new 694 because it allowed me to buy a new 692 Black B-Fast for over 25% off retail. The fatal flaw for me in this gun is that it follows the fad of shallow stocks with less drop at comb and heel that is compounded by the wider comb that makes it even worse. Probably no problem for American shooters who pre-mount the gun. But for me shooting low mount FITASC, international skeet and jagdliches Schiessen I need a hunting stock drop around 1.5 and 2.5 inches respectively. From the glimpse in this video the ejector system on the 694 looks as to being the same as the improved system on the newer model 692 without the selectors (they were a huge problem and the earlier upper tang screw). Otherwise this is no improvement to me over the 692 and I got a brand new top, top 692 Black B-Fast gun for a lot less than the entry price of the basic 694. Woohoo!

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

I think you might be surprised if you try the 694, more than the sum of it's parts.

@QuickShiftMoto1

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp I did and I wanted to like it. Especially because of its better forearm and pistol grip compared to my 692. But the stock is a step in the wrong direction for me and many other shooters I know. Maybe we are built weirdly, but I need a stock more like a traditional hunting stock with 1 1/2 and 2 1/2 " drop at comb and heel and a good amount of cast off for me to mount the gun and shoot where I look. The fat comb and shallow stock on the 694 goes exactly in the wrong direction. I have two DT-11 A black B-fast and a sporting B-Fast. they have 38/60 drop. Moving the comb over for more cast off they fit me well. I shouldered the 694 many times and would always shoot significantly to the left. Must be my weird anatomy, but there are more and more FITASC shooting coaches here that note the same. Regarding the mechanical improvements on the 694 vs the late model 692. I don't see much there. Maybe the forearm mechanics? Once Beretta did away with the dreaded switchable ejectors and beefed up the upper tang screw in the later 692 they became reliable again.

Here in the states we have the 694 ACS (all comp shotgun). Is this the same do you know? Also, you said better than pro trap/spot…but better than pro master too? The pro master will cost me an addl’ $1500 than acs after import. Thanks!

@lloydyp

2 жыл бұрын

I'd go for the 694 over the Pro Master. Especially if it's saving 1500 bucks you can spend on ammo and clays.

How does the 694 compare to the miruko mk11, for balance and handling.

I love this channel! 30 vs 32 inch barrels? I'm 6'3" and shoot a little bit of everything.

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

32 imo. Also thank you. 😉

@johnnyhonda4404

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp Thank you! It seems like everybody is going with the 32s

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnnyhonda4404 personal preference, and a bit of a fashion shift at the moment towards 32. However I find 30 on the 694 and the F16 too whippy. My krieghoff was a 30, but k guns are a very different animal.

@johnnyhonda4404

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp good info. Thanks again and keep up the good work!

Lloyd, I picked up the 30" 694 a few months ago and so far I've been very pleased with it. I'm considering getting a Blaser F16 sporting to use as a back up sporting and game gun. Do you think that'd be redundant? How does the recoil compare with 694?

@lloydyp

Жыл бұрын

Don’t bother. The 694 is better all round.

@Hunter-zb3qd

Жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp you're the man thanks Lloyd!

Lloyd, which do you prefer: Beretta 694 or Blaser F16? Thanks

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

That's a tough call. I actually own an F16, and I am not going to trade it in for a 694, but I use it for game not clays. Not sure how I would feel if it were my clay gun.

Hi Lloyd. I wondering how a new 694 compares to the Second hand DT10 X trap you reviewed a while ago. I am guessing about the same price. Which do you prefer?

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Oof, I think it would very much depend on the condition of the DT10. If you can find a tight one that's been well looked after, in theory it would be cheaper and I would probably go that way. However there are a finite number of guns that are in that condition, and if you cant find one, a new 694 would be a great choice.

@amskeet6532

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lloyd. Your comment makes a lot of sense. Any idea when Baretta will release the 694 trap model for sale.

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

@@amskeet6532 Honestly I thought it would get a launch at the BSS as it can't be far away. Perhaps IWA?

Brand New Browning Citori 725 Sporting Shotgun 12 Gauge, 32" Barrel, 3" Chamber, Gloss Walnut Stock, adjustable comb, Silver Nitride Finish, and right now 3-21-2020 the price is $2,799.99 + free shipping. The Model 694 has a suggested price of $4,500 Lloyd, That’s 1700.01 difference. Sorry but I must disagree with you that the Beretta 694 is worth that much money over the proven Browning 725 sporting. I like you channel. Thanks

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry Doug, I cant really comment on the pricing in the US, but I am comparing similarly priced models in the UK.

Hi Lloyd which do you prefer benelli 828u sport r the beretta 694?

@svetozarc

4 жыл бұрын

Lloyd Pattison 1 week ago "I would take a 694 of the 828 any day of the week. The Sport has improved trigger and better weight than the older 828 but it's let down by a crappy top lever which is a bugger to open and the price which is too high." answer on my same question ;)

Hi Lloyd, 694 or Browning xs pro

What is the price difference between 692 and 694 ? I am searching for a skeet gun, and 692 have skeet version, but the 694 does not provide skeet one. What is your advice?

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

I pretty much cover the differences in the video, Although I know TGS are doing a full teardown in their next vid. I dont subscribe to the concept of a "skeet gun" I shoot all discuplines with my Krieghoff and will continue to do so when I get the Perazzi. find a gun that fits, and that suits you, and shoot it.

@georgigeorgiev6325

4 жыл бұрын

Lloyd Pattison , thanks a lot for the advice !!! Up to now I was shooting skeet with my hunting gun (beretta 690 field I )... just a few days ago I tried 692 skeet with b-fast and I found it very comfortable :) I don’t know why many shooters are not satisfied with the quality of 692, but for me is a lovely gun ... hope that I’ll make the right choice . Cheers!!!

I have just bought a new 694 in 32”, took it down to Bisley pay and play to test it out and I am really not getting on with it. Coming from a sliver pigeon field 30” to a 694 I thought it would be a step up, the gun has convincing breaks when hitting the clays but I’m not sure what is going wrong. Do you think it could be the change in barrel length? I am going for a fitting next week so hopefully can iron the problem out then

04:30 The Fast Show - Jazz Club :o) lmao

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Finally! Someone got the reference! 😉

@ketkiddy

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp I'm in Boro mate, i think it's a Northern thing ... y'know .... humour LOL

Still got very open boring for felt wads and as we all no plastic wads won’t be here for much longer what do you think Lloyd . Can you do some Patton testing please

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Good idea, let me see what I can do. Personally I'm hopeful that manufacturers will develop biodegradable wads with better performance while not massively increasing cost. 🤞

Lloyd thanks for the video. I am very interested in the 694, however I am in doubt about a Rizzini S2000. Which one you would go for: 694 or S2000?

@lloydyp

Ай бұрын

I have never tested the Rizzini so it's tough for me to comment here. I have asked, but I have yet to receive any test guns from Rizzini.

Lloyd what do you think of the 31 inch model not sure if i go for 30 or 31 special edition

@lloydyp

2 жыл бұрын

I’m still waiting to test it.

Hi Llyod, which would you say is better, the 694 or the browning ultra xs titanium prestige? I'm in the market for either so any feedback would be great. Thanks.

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

I think the 694 is one of the best handling guns in the under 5k price bracket, but it's my personal preference re weight / feel / gripstyle as an out of the box package. The presige isnt manufactured any more but brings a lot to the table in terms of adjustability and accessories. I think you need to shoot both and decide for yourself as I am guessing you are looking at a used Prestige which will be a big saving vs a new Beretta, and pick the one that fits you, and your budget better.

@thelordofthemanor6949

4 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp Thanks very much for reply. I've seen a dealer that has a brand new browning, one of the very last ones so i would be comparing new vs new. I've heard people say that the browning can be a bit nose heavy? As you say, it sounds like I need to try both.

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

@@thelordofthemanor6949 can be, but does the Prestige not come with stock weights? the XS does but I have never gotten my hands on a prestige.

Hiya Lloyd most perazzi shot guns are hand chequering which most are 10 grand...can't get my head round why you say Browning chequering is not great especially on borders....to me they are both skilled at there job..

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Just because it's done by hand doesn't mean it's good. The bordering on browning guns looks rough IMO.

Best feature I can see is that Beretta has gone away from the Schnabel forend on the sporting guns!

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

same question, have you tried one yet?

@tempestmkiv

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp No, I've just never been a fan of the Schnabel fore end. The flair at the front on the Beretta's doesn't stick out and hammer the point of my fore finger as bad as the Caesar Guerrini Schnabel fore ends do though.

Do you prefer the Beretta 694 over the Ceasar Guerini Invictus I?

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Yes.

Hi Lloyd what you think is the better choice Beretta 694 or the Browning ultra sx pro ,being there both about the Same price

@dougmatthews6812

4 жыл бұрын

Oops sent before watching the full vid 😂

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

Now we are into the nitty gritty. At new price it's no doubt that the Ultra comes with more accessories in the box, and it's a very good gun. But for my money, I prefer the feel and the handling of the 694.

@dougmatthews6812

4 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp also do you think the blazer f3 would be a a better choice, second-hand all about the same money ,thanks for your advise once again

I went to Bywell last week. I am stuck, Browning XS Pro or the 694. Tour reviews of both guns were excellent but if you were buying either one now what would you go for and why? Thanks

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

Are you up there again on Saturday Gareth? I can bring my Ultra up, you can have a go and we can discuss your choice?

@garethknobbs2097

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp I really appreciate that Lloyd, unfortunately I am working Saturday, but many thanks

@lloydyp

3 жыл бұрын

@@garethknobbs2097 well that's an open ended invite man, just let me know. Essentially there isn't much to chose between these to in terms of value for money, they have their strengths and weaknesses but are evenly matched depending on what fits you and what suits your style.

@garethknobbs2097

3 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp thanks I will let you know next time I am up that way.

Lloyd would reviewing the 694 sporter vs the Browning 525 sl be possible? Thanks in advance

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

not right now, but if I can get hold of spme at the same time in the future I could look at it.

@danigo91

4 жыл бұрын

Lloyd Pattison very please to receive your reply. Thanks a lot!

I had in mind to go for Benelli 828U SPORT... but now you make me question the decision ... little advice would be very appreciated . Thanx

@lloydyp

4 жыл бұрын

I would take a 694 of the 828 any day of the week. The Sport has improved trigger and better weight than the older 828 but it's let down by a crappy top lever which is a bugger to open and the price which is too high.

@svetozarc

4 жыл бұрын

@@lloydyp Well thank you so much...perhaps , last few days seems that we are sharing same opinion. I am concern about same issues. Thank you once again