Guns and Hunting
Americans Are Shelling Out $60,000 for This Shotgun From the '60s
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Today, we’re going to look at the most expensive shotguns you can buy.
We looked at real-time prices to find the most expensive shotguns for sale.
These aren’t necessarily the most expensive shotguns ever sold, but they are the most expensive shotguns that you can reasonably find! This post is in countdown style, so the most expensive shotgun is at the bottom!
Let’s jump right in.
Why We’re Covering This
Investing in firearms, particularly high-end models like luxury shotguns can be more than just a hobby. Many people collect rare firearms in the hopes of them appreciating overtime. Instead of investing in guns themselves, some people choose to invest in firearms stocks.
No matter which investing strategy you choose, it’s important to know exactly what shotguns are in the highest demand and cost the most.
20. Browning Citori High-Grade 50th Anniversary
- Price: $7,650
This shotgun was a very limited-edition model that was made to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Browning Citori. It features some higher-quality aesthetics, like its Grace IV walnut stock and premium gloss oil finish.
As with everything made by this company, this shotgun is made with a precise hand-fitting process.
19. Winchester Model 21 Duck
- Price: $8,000
This shotgun is a deluxe shotgun that was originally produced in 1931 through 1960, though the gun wasn’t officially retired until 1991. This shotgun is Winchester’s attempt at making a high-end shotgun to rival its competitor’s shotguns at the time.
This gun is considered a collector’s item, though it was originally used for hunting upland game birds and blasting clay pigeons.
18. Ithaca Gun Company MX8 Trap Perazzi
- Price: $9,900
The Ithaca Gun Company MX8 Trap Perazzi is a top choice for trap shooting enthusiasts. It combines classic design with modern performance features. It’s built with very quality materials, which helps ensure durability and reliability.
Its precision-engineered barrels provide consistent accuracy, making it great for competitive shooting.
17. Browning BSL LC2
- Price: $10,000
The Browning BSL LC2 is most noted for its more advanced features and high-quality construction. It has a more modern design than other shotguns on this list (many of which are historical).
Its high price is commanded by its advanced engineering and high-grade barrels.
16. Browning Superposed Midas
- Price: $10,605
The Browning Superposed Midas was originally produced in 1969, and its rarity is a huge reason it’s so expensive today. This firearm also features tons of engravings and gold inlay, which only adds to the price!
15. Harrison & Hussey LTD.
- Price: $10,900
The Harrison & Hussey LTD. shotgun is a prestigious firearm known for its exceptional quality. It has a classical design with intricate engravings and a more traditional aesthetic. As you’d expect from an over $10,000 shotgun, it’s made with very high-quality materials.
14. Winchester A1 Special
- Price: $10,900
The Winchester A1 Special represents this company’s commitment to excellence. Winchester is a well-known company, and this gun lives up to its reputation. This shotgun is a classic, elegant design that’s focused on functionality and precision.
13. Beretta 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon
- Price: $11,007
Beretta is a well-trusted company that makes high-quality firearms, and this shotgun is no different! It’s available in many different barrel lengths and configurations, making it a great hunting shotgun for those who want something specific.
12. SUHL Drilling
- Price: $11,499
The SUHL Drilling is best known for being extremely versatile. It has a very unique design that makes it a half-rifle, half-shotgun. It comes with barrels for both, allowing the hunter to switch between ammo without carrying several different guns with you.
11. W.W. Greener Limited
- Price: $11,660
The W.W. Greener Limited rides on this company’s long-standing reputation. It has an elegant finish, though it still looks a lot like a traditional shotgun. As you’d expect from a gun this expensive, it’s built to be extremely durable and reliable.
10. Beretta DT11 Sporting
- Price: $12,239 – $13,464
This is the sporting version of the DT11, which shows up several times on this list! This particular shotgun is designed for competitive shooting. It has a very balanced weight and precision, enhancing accuracy. Plus, its sophisticated look is well-loved by many.
9. Beretta DT11 Black DLC
- Price: $13,500
This model of the DT11 is designed to be even more exclusive than the usual model. It comes with a “diamond-like coating,” making it even more resistant to corrosion and scratches. This new model comes with a new finish process that provides a bit more rain resistance, extending the lifespan of the gun.
8. Parker Brothers BHE Grade
- Price: $13,999
This shotgun is very highly regarded and is extremely high-quality. It features an elegant, classic design with very elegant engravings. Like many shotguns on this list, it’s expensive mostly because of the extreme amount of detail and work put into each shotgun.
7. Browning B15 Beauchamp – Grade B
- Price: $14,025
This shotgun is best known for its very high-quality craftsmanship. It features a classic design with very fine detailing, which is a large reason why it is so expensive! It’s built for durability and balance, and its high-grade barrel ensures it’s performance.
This shotgun comes in several grades, so the pricing does vary depending on the grade you get.
6. Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli SRL Castore
- Price: $14,500
This shotgun represents the pinnacle of Italian shotgun crafting. It’s known for combining traditional Italian style with modern engineering, leaving you with an exceptionally high-quality shotgun. It’s highly sought after by collectors and sports shooters.
5. Beretta DT11 L Sporting
- Price: $14,790
This Beretta shotgun is designed for competition shooting and is used by some of the world’s best clay shooters. As you might imagine, it’s very expensive simply due to its high-quality craftsmanship.
4. Browning B15 Beauchamp – Grade C
- Price: $15,483
The B15 was developed by the gunsmiths of the Fabrique Nationale de Herstal, which is known for developing extremely high-quality firearms. You can expect this shotgun to feature very precise engineering and detailed finishes.
This shotgun originally came in four grades based on the material and intricacy of the engravings. The pricing above is for a Grade C shotgun. Higher grades would likely be more expensive!
3. Saint Etienne Azur
- Price: $16,500
The Saint Etienne Azur shotgun is a notable firearm produced by the Saint Etienne factory, which is renowned for its high-quality firearms. It’s named after the region of France it comes from, and this shotgun is exceptionally well-known for its intricate engravings and high-grade materials.
The Saint Etienne factor has a long history of producing very high-quality firearms, and most people buy this shotgun because they want to have a little taste of history.
2. Browning Midas Grade Superposed
- Price: $29,999
This is a very rare Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Belgian Browning Midas Grade Superposed Shotgun Two Barrel Set. Engraved by Crouse, it is in excellent, like-new condition. The shotgun includes a 28-inch 20 gauge barrel and a 30-inch 12 gauge barrel.
The one we found online even came with the original pamphlets and original hang tags.
1. Purdey, James & Sones, LTD.
- Price: $59,999
This old shotgun was crafted by master gunsmiths way back in 1962. As you might imagine, it’s age makes it an incredibly rare gun, which is largely why it is so expensive.
But it gets better:
This shotgun isn’t just rare; it’s also very high-quality. This luxurious firearm boasts a 28-inch barrel, with a left barrel quarter choke and a right barrel improved cylinder, offering versatile performance for diverse shooting scenarios.
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