The Piotti Sidelock shotgun is a well-designed and quality gun. Good pitch and cast make this a very shootable gun. The Piotti company is an old-established family firm with a reputation for producing high-quality sporting guns at a reasonable price. Their quality is attested to because they are generally imported into other countries by top-class gunmakers rather than import-export companies. As might be expected, the quality of fit and finish of Piotti guns is excellent. The blue is deep and lustrous, the wood fine-grained, well-figured, and finished, and the fit of every part is perfect. The engraving is exceptional and covers the side plates, bottom, trigger-guard, breeches, top strap, and backstrap with ornate and tasteful designs. This is a fine example of an Italian shotgun that shows its been well taken care of. Perfect for the collector of fine shotguns.