My dad was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, MS and Ataxia a couple of years ago and he is now unable to walk and uses a motorized wheelchair. He was once an avid hunter with hundreds of acres of land that we hunted on when I was growing up. He doesn’t hunt anymore but does enjoy being with people when they hunt. He provides the beer and cooks as well as be a great fun person to be around and talk to. As I have gotten older I have gotten more and more interested in hunting, especially bird hunting. I was talking to him the other day about purchasing a nice shotgun to go hunting with since I do not own a shotgun. I have never seen my dads full gun collection but he asked me before I bought a shotgun to come see him first. I went over to his house tonight and he gave me a few shotguns and I wanted to share. My dad has owned many of these for years and I am happy that he has passed them down to me and one day I will pass them down to my kids. I only posted 5 photos of a few of the new shotguns. Thanks for looking.
Beretta Silver Pigeon V .410ga, 28ga ,20ga ,12ga
Beretta DT11 20ga -12ga
Beretta EELL Diamond Pigeon 28ga, 20ga - 12ga
Weatherby Athena II .410ga ,28ga ,20ga ,12ga
Caesar Guerini Invictus .410 - 20ga,
Browning High Grade model 42 .410 - 20ga
Browning Gold Mossy Oak 12ga
Benelli Performace Waterfowl 12ga
Wow! What an amazing collection. I don’t know much (about anything, honestly) but those shotguns are all top of class examples of firearms. I am partial to Beretta shotguns and assure you that just those B guns alone are worth a small fortune…I see also a C gun…and some B guns and a classic Winchester…Your father is obviously a gentlemen and a man of fine taste. Enjoy his company and the stories he tells. There’s a classiness of the older generations that is lost today. I say this as a not so old guy lucky enough to shoot with some real gentlemen.
Sorry to hear about your dad’s health but it sounds like he has a great attitude.
If I was in your shoes, I would be torn on whether to use them or not. He gave them to you knowing you could get use from them but at the same time those are some quality shotguns.
Obviously, the shooter of the bunch is the Benelli Waterfowl. I would still have reservations about using it for any heavy Duck hunting. I wouldn’t have any problems with walking through a field hunting Dove, Quail or Pheasant where I could keep it from getting beat up. For Duck I would go ahead and buy another gun that I wouldn’t mind putting some damage on.
Since your Dad was a hunter, you should take him out to give you some pointers on clay pigeons.
So sorry to hear about your dad’s health issues. I wish him well.
As I read through the list there is little doubt that you dad is a real shotgunner. While I like shooting other weapons, shotguns are my real favorite as well as moving targets. I think you are lucky that he gave you the lot, for choosing just one or two would be a tough task! You and your son will have very fond memories every time you look at them.
Along with the others, I am saddened to read of your father’s health issues.
I do think it’s terrific that he can still enjoy the camaraderie of a hunting camp, and conversations with his fellow sportsmen. That is a blessing.
When firearms get passed along, it is often a bittersweet time. Be sure and tell your children about the times you shared with your father, it’s an important part of their heritage.
Your father is a real Man, you are a very fortunate person in that regard. I wish you both the best.
Store the pretty ones. Use the other two. Nothing better than sitting in a blind/stand or walking the fields with a gun Dad gave you. As it wears, like physical reminders of the bond, you’ll never hold it without thinking about him. Ask me how I know. 
With me, Dads guns go to the field, even if Dad can’t. Enjoy them and him every chance you get.
Time waits for no one. No favors has he…
Awesome!
I have a 12ga Silver Pigeon II and an original pre-64 Winchester Model 42. Both are very good shooters and ANY Model 42 is a collectible…even the later Japanese made Browning offerings.
Some beautiful pieces.
The fondest childhood memories I have were made with my father and brother, wading in a marsh and watching the ducks fly through the sunrise.
Enjoy the additions, your children and the time with your father.
That’s a fantastic collection to keep in use and I hope you have a child who will enjoy them one day as well.
Your Dad is clearly a fine and generous man with good taste in firearms. Sorry to hear about his health issues.