They were sold by Walmart, and when Walmart discontinued them, they sold them out at around $500. I owned one for a while, and sold it to another club member who shot it quite a bit. It's a nice gun for that price range. It's not a heavy gun, but not overly light either. Nice hunting gun, and casual range gun. Steel receiver as I remember. I would take it over a comparable Turkish gun.

 

These currently seem to be under valued by most everyone but your local gun range as I believe a check of Gunbroker will reveal a better avg. price than the asking of $500. Seems like the 26" 12ga was around 9.5 lb., a brother now has that one. My current 20 ga while not much less, is a lot slimmer and a better fit for me. In addition to Walmart, I know of two reputable LGS in lower Michigan that also sold these new. Use American Arms threaded chokes which I believe Carlson's still have.

 

Thanks for the input guys. I have no idea how long that gun has been in there, but I'm thinking if it's been there awhile the guy may be willing to take less. It certainly won't hurt to ask!

 

Trash guns. They have no recoil lugs and when they go off face you throw them away.

 

Trash guns. They have no recoil lugs and when they go off face you throw them away.

How many seasons did you shoot your's before throwing it away?

 

I would absolutely love to have 2 or 3 more just like my 20 gauge traditions by Fausti . I love the gun the looks the craftsmanship the durability in my opinion is unmatched and is like many european guns has class . box lock is made from one piece of steel. Only 3 working pieces inside and very strong. Ribs are brazed not soldiered there for much stronger .Great Gun. Greg in small town usa

 

Trash guns. They have no recoil lugs and when they go off face you throw them away.

If this is truly the case, then you should probably stay away from it.

 

Trash guns. They have no recoil lugs and when they go off face you throw them away.

Could you explain what a recoil lug is, and give some examples of other guns that don't have them, and some guns that do? How many rounds does it usually take to wear out a gun, so that it goes off face?

 

Trash guns. They have no recoil lugs and when they go off face you throw them away.

Could you explain what a recoil lug is, and give some examples of other guns that don't have them, and some guns that do? How many rounds does it usually take to wear out a gun, so that it goes off face?

Actually, that is a new one on me too Oregunner. Seb, I appreciate the input for sure but could you explain a little further for us???

 

Doing some internet research I finally see what a recoil lug is, at least with regard to rifles. If you google it, drawings come up that demonstrate this. Apparently some shotguns have them too, although I'd love to see a drawing of how they are made or machined into the receiver. I guess I'm still confused, just less confused...;-)

 

Traditions by Fausti, some Marocchi, Zoli, Silma shotguns are built on the cheap or at a price point. To reduce the cost of manufacturing the barrels are made without recoil lugs and the receiver isn't machined to receive the non-existent lugs.

Why have recoil lugs? Because the extend the life of the gun. When fired the barrel(s) and receiver want to separate. The hinge stubs or pin in the receiver and the hinge loops on the barrels keeps the barrel in place and has to soak up the energy. After a while the hinge stubs/pin and loops start to wear and the barrel no longer fits tight against the breach face and things need to get fixed. At this point the gun is trash as it's not worth the cost of repairs.

What to recoil lugs and their matching receptors look like? The Browning Suppose has a couple of lugs on the bottom of the barrel that get stuffed into holes in the bottom of the action.

Beretta 68x series and Perazzi have different designs. You can look them up.

 

I see, you are referring to the different O/U lock up systems used, and aren't a fan of the one used on the Fausti. Here is a link to a discussion. http://shotgunworld.com/bbs/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=53983
The Fausti/Traditions isn't designed as a high volume competition shotgun, and the price point reflects that. There are worse shotguns you could buy for $500. As a hunting gun, it might just suit your needs.

 

Thanks both to Seb and Oregunner, very informative.

 

The Fausti shown in the photos above has a Kersten bolt system, which is superior BY FAR to the Browning underlug design.

Another shotgun that uses the Kersten bolt: Beretta DT-10 and DT-11.........

seb7515 I think you have much to learn about shotgun design

 

A recoil lug on an O/U shotgun ??? Interesting,i`ll have to look at the 5 or 6 O/U`s I own and check this out. Must have missed that.

Anyhow back to the Fausti. I have one in 20 gauge and really like it. Shoots great and well made. A sweet O/U. Its a keeper. Now I`m going to go find that recoil lug

 

A recoil lug on an O/U shotgun ??? Interesting,i`ll have to look at the 5 or 6 O/U`s I own and check this out. Must have missed that.

Anyhow back to the Fausti. I have one in 20 gauge and really like it. Shoots great and well made. A sweet O/U. Its a keeper. Now I`m going to go find that recoil lug

Thanks Tom. Really appreciate the input from guys who have actual experience with the gun like yourself and Oregunner.

 

Yeah I'm going to have to find that "recoil lug" in my Beretta.......

 

d-p: You won't. :wink:

You are 100% correct that the Kersten crossbolt is a very secure lock up (also featured on an SO 5.] 8)

 

Trash guns. They have no recoil lugs and when they go off face you throw them away.

Please note: in my book by Vic Venters "Gun Craft" there is no mention of "recoil Lugs".

In the Appendices under "A Glossary of Terms", no such animal listed, I think seb pulled this term from some dark place!

Also note that Vic Venters is Shooting Sportsman Magazine's senior editor.

 

I use to have a Fausti Traditions O/U in 12ga. with 28" barrels. It fit me well and for me had low felt recoil, almost none. The problem was the trigger pull was inconsistent. It didn't always have the same amount of creep and didn't always break in the same place. That can really throw you off. I bought it used for $300. I probably could have gotten the trigger taken care of, but it just wasn't worth putting the time or the money into it.

 

According to Fausti, the "Fausti by Traditions" stackbarrels are the lowest quality O/Us they have ever made.

 

I've had a .410 O/U for about 5 or 6 years now , and while I haven't shot the snot out of it yet , it has been as reliable as any other of my shotguns. It's a tad heavy for a .410 , but I think it's a decent looking gun and my son likes it. I have slightly embarrassed several co workers on a preserve hunt for pheasants with it. I got mine in '09 in Louisville for cheap.

 

According to Fausti, the "Fausti by Traditions" stackbarrels are the lowest quality O/Us they have ever made.

Did the sisters tell you this while wining and dining you in their private villa?

 

What I wonder is the level of quality? You can look at other gun makers and the guns they make and walk away shaking your head wondering how they can make such guns.

So if the Fausti "Fausti by Traditions" is their lowest quality, how does it stack up against other guns in that price range.

I know they won't rank with Caeser Guerini, but there is a order of rank for the many gun manufacture's in the world today.

 

Trash guns. They have no recoil lugs and when they go off face you throw them away.

Please note: in my book by Vic Venters "Gun Craft" there is no mention of "recoil Lugs".

In the Appendices under "A Glossary of Terms", no such animal listed, I think seb pulled this term from some dark place!

Also note that Vic Venters is Shooting Sportsman Magazine's senior editor.

Please go into great detail why break open shotguns are joined on the circle or is it jointing on the circle. This should be an easy one for you.

 

Buy the book and you will know even more about shotguns!