The best o/u shotgun in the world - a tribute to Ivo Fabbri

Our 39th Classic Auction features quite a number of o/u shotguns. But which one is the best? Head of Auctions Peter Tobler explains why he would go with a Fabbri any time. Link to the full catalogue: https://auctions.springer-vienna.com/... Lot: 821 Barrel length 71 cm (28"), stock length 37 cm (14,5"), overall length 115 cm (45,5"), choke 1/4 & 3/4 (IC & IM), weight 3,4 kg, year of manufacture 2000, Italian proof, condition 1 Demibloc barrels made of vacuum arc remelting steel, wide ventilated engine-turned rib with brass front sight, auxiliary front sight, ejectors, steel bascules, Woodward/Boss flank lock, pinless back-action sidelocks, sear, deep and striking floral arabesques adorn the bascule, trigger guard and key, company name inlaid in gold, signed "Creative Art Fausti" for the studio of world-renowned master engraver Giacomo Fausti of Brescia, sliding tang safety deactivated, non-switchable pulse-controlled single trigger polished and with spur typical for Fabbri, noble and richly grained walnut stock, fine checkering, pistol grip, sponge rubber recoil pad, forearm with Anson pusher in the concise manufacturer-typical and deeply engraved border with a dove inlaid in gold near the bascule, in the manufacturer's leather case with trade label. High-quality collector's gun with exceptional engraving, after just over two decades still in an almost unused best condition, as if it had just left the manufacture, where it was serviced accordingly. Today, when people talk about top guns, Best Guns, the narrative often goes hand in hand with English ancestry and a history that spans generations and even the century. That of Ivo Fabbri is completely different and at the same time outstanding like no other. Born in 1928, the technical genius was working in the automotive industry for FIAT when Daniel Perazzi finally called on him to manufacture and optimize his shotguns. In 1964, the Italian Ennio Matarelli won the gold medal in the trap event at the Tokyo Olympics with a Fabbri-Perazzi MX8. The success caused a worldwide sensation. Fabbri himself, driven to implement his own creative ideas, finally set up his own business in Brescia in 1964. In the decades that followed, he left his mark on an entire generation with his shotguns. Every material used has been further optimized over the years, whether barrel steel, woods or small parts. Today, detachable pinless sidelocks and titanium systems are directly associated with Fabbri. Its commitment to perfection runs through the entire creation process. Every technique conducive to this goal is called upon. Components and even tools are manufactured in-house. The design language of the shotguns has great recognition value. Fabbri quickly realized that the claim of technical perfection can only be more fully underscored by that of artistic accomplishment. Since then, the best engravers in Italy have immortalized their works on the bascule of the Brescian luxury forge. While in the beginning they also produced s/s shotguns, later only o/u shotguns were made. Collectors from prominent circles (such as Steven Spielberg or Eric Clapton) appreciate the quality and dedication to the craftsmanship. The business was strengthened by the next generation of the family, Tullio and Ivo Jr. Nevertheless, due to the enormous demand and the self-restraint to the highest quality, the waiting time has long been pushed to several years. Ivo Fabbri passed away in 2021 - with his work he has shaped the evolution and perception of shotguns like no other since the late 20th century. --- Find all details for present, upcoming or past auctions at our website: Website: https://auctions.springer-vienna.com/en/ Our Team remains at your disposal under [email protected] Follow our profiles on various social media platforms to receive the latest news and insights into our business: Instagram:   / joh.springer.auctions   Facebook:   / springerserben   Youtube:    / @johspringerserben   Linkedin:   / joh.-springer's-erben   Sign up to our frequent newsletter: https://auctions.springer-vienna.com/... Joh. Springers Erben - Austria’s leading Auction House for firearms Business inquiry We take over for you the liquidation of collections, stock clearing or auctioning of estates in the existing divisions or beyond in other collecting areas, objects of country life or vehicles. You want your items (based within the EU) to be placed in our auction – please directly contact our Head of Auctions Peter Tobler [email protected] Items in this video/photograph are not for sale on Alphabet/Meta platforms. Video/Photograph is strictly for promotion of an event. Chapter overview for your convenience: 0:00 Introduction 2:34 Ivo Fabbri, the man, the legend, the history