Beretta 455 EELL
Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta S.p.A. · Rifle · Limited Production · 1990
Also known as: Beretta Model 455-EELL, Beretta 455EELL
Overview
The Beretta 455 EELL is a hand-detachable sidelock ejector side-by-side double rifle, the top engraving grade of Beretta's 455 dangerous-game double. Built on a bolstered back-action sidelock action with intercepting sears, a concealed third fastener, chopper-lump barrels and automatic ejectors, it is chambered for heavy African cartridges including the .416 Rigby. Each rifle is a bespoke, hand-fitted piece finished with highly figured walnut, quarter-rib express sights and bulino game-scene engraving.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 5000 g (176.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1067 mm (42.01") |
| Barrel Length | 622 mm (24.49") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Double Trigger |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 732 m/s (2402 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 6942 J (5120 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Color Case Hardened |
Calibers
- .416 Rigby · primary — also known as 10.6x74mm, .416 Rigby Magnum
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Open Manual Loading
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Intercepting Sears
- Features: Side By Side Barrels, Hand Detachable Sidelocks, Back Action Sidelock, Automatic Ejectors, Articulated Front Trigger, Chopper Lump Barrels, Concealed Third Fastener, Quarter Rib Express Sights, Quick Detachable Scope Mounts, Bulino Game Scene Engraving
Variants
- Beretta 455 - Base Grade
Base model
Beretta-455
Production
Production years: 1990-present
Bespoke, built-to-order in very small numbers; no published serial totals.
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Notes
The 455 platform was offered in several dangerous-game chamberings including .375 H&H Magnum, .416 Rigby, .458 Winchester Magnum, .470 Nitro Express and .500 Nitro Express. The EELL grade denotes Beretta's highest engraving and wood tier. Barrels were regulated (soldered to cross at a set distance) and typically supplied around 60-65 cm; rifles came cased with tools and accessories.
Background
As a hand-detachable sidelock double, the 455 EELL sits at the pinnacle of Beretta's rifle catalogue, a modern Italian answer to the classic British safari doubles of Holland & Holland and Rigby, and among the most expensive production firearms Beretta offers.