Fausti Caledon
Fausti Stefano Srl · Shotgun · In Production · 2010
Also known as: Caledon Field, Caledon Sporting
Overview
The Fausti Caledon is a 12 gauge over-under break-action shotgun produced by the Italian firm Fausti Stefano. Positioned as an affordable entry-level field and sporting shotgun, it pairs a boxlock action with the maker's patented Four Locks locking system, which uses four lugs to deliver a rugged lockup capable of withstanding thousands of rounds. The Caledon features automatic ejectors, a single selective trigger, interchangeable chokes, and a Turkish walnut stock, and is offered in barrel lengths from roughly 63.5 cm to 76 cm to suit woodland, pointing-dog, and open-field hunting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3290 g (116.1 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1175 mm (46.26") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Selective |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Action Break Open
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Barrel Selector
- Features: Over Under Barrels, Boxlock Action, Four Locks Locking System, Automatic Ejectors, Single Selective Trigger, Interchangeable Chokes, Turkish Walnut Stock
Variants
- Fausti Caledon Field - Field
- Fausti Caledon Sporting - Sporting
Production
Production years: 2010-present
Civilian hunting and sporting shotgun; not adopted by military or law enforcement.
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Notes
Receiver is scaled to gauge across the family (12, 20, 28 and .410 bore). North American versions are typically offered with 26, 28 or 30 inch barrels and 3 inch chambers. A double trigger is available on request.
Background
Fausti Stefano was founded in 1948 in Marcheno, in Italy's Val Trompia gunmaking valley, and is today run by Stefano Fausti's three daughters, earning the company the nickname 'the Fausti Sisters' in the shooting press.