Bernardelli Orione
Vincenzo Bernardelli S.p.A. · Shotgun · Discontinued
Also known as: V. Bernardelli Orione, Bernardelli Model Orione
Overview
The Bernardelli Orione is a side-by-side double-barrel break-action shotgun built by the Italian gunmaker Vincenzo Bernardelli of Gardone Val Trompia. Built on an Anson & Deeley boxlock action, it is a traditional field game gun offered in 12, 20 and 28 gauge (the 28-gauge chambering added in 1992), with 2.75-inch chambers, a coin-finished receiver with game-scene engraving, deluxe checkered walnut stock and forearm, and non-selective double triggers. Light and quick-handling at roughly 2.8 kilograms, it was aimed at upland and driven-bird shooting. It was discontinued in 1997.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2835 g (100.0 oz) |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Coin Finish |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
- 20 Gauge — also known as 20GA, 20 Bore
- 28 Gauge — also known as 28GA, 28 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Action Double Barrel
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Tang Safety
- Features: Side By Side Barrels, Anson Deeley Boxlock, Coin Finished Receiver, Game Scene Engraving, Double Triggers, Checkered Walnut Stock, Splinter Forend
Variants
- Bernardelli Orione S - Deluxe Grade
Production
28-gauge chambering added in 1992; the side-by-side Orione was discontinued in 1997.
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Discontinued: 1997
Notes
Part of Bernardelli's range of boxlock side-by-side game guns. A higher-finished Orione S grade was also offered, with additional scroll engraving and select walnut; a round-action Orione variant with ejectors and single or double triggers appeared in the catalog.
Background
Vincenzo Bernardelli built his reputation in Gardone Val Trompia on fine side-by-side game guns, and named several field models after stars and constellations — the Orione taking its name from Orion, the hunter of Greek myth.