Description
Previously chosen by the Editors of Field and Stream Magazine as “Best of the Best” in Shotguns, the Tempio is designed to be a sleek and fast pointing shotgun in the field; the perfect companion for upland game hunters. Its low-profile receiver matched with a trim stock, classic Prince-of-Wales grip and Schnabel fore-end make the gun a perfect match for fast game birds. The Tempio features a contemporary style of “ornato” style scroll with tasteful gold accents. The action is further enhanced by a hand polished coin finish protected by our proprietary Invisalloy™ coating. Each Caesar Guerini game gun is carefully engineered to balance near the hinge point, distributing the weight evenly between the hands, which is the secret to a finely crafted shotgun. The Tempio also features a deluxe grade of Turkish walnut enhanced with a hand rubbed oil finish.
All Caesar Guerini field guns come with a velvet lined lockable hard case and five precision patterned flush chokes (CYL, IC, M, IM, F). A plastic choke case is also included.
What makes a great Field Gun?
There are three things you want to take hunting with you; a well-trained dog, a good friend and a great shotgun… we can help you with the shotgun. A great bird gun has to become like an extension of your body. To accomplish this we make shotguns that are light and well balanced. Special care is taken in engineering the barrels to be as light and responsive as possible. On the other end of the shotgun we calibrate the weight of the stock by hollowing out the stock bolt hole, ensuring the gun is perfectly balanced.
To further enhance handling we utilize a trim stock design that features swept back open radius pistol grips that enhance the natural pointing characteristics of the shotgun while making the gun comfortable to carry during long days in the field. We take the time to perfectly fit a matching walnut butt plate to make the gun easy to mount without catching on your clothing. These features are focused on making our shotguns as functional as they are beautiful. That is what makes a great shotgun.
Specifications
| Model | Tempio | Tempio | Tempio | Tempio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Weights may vary based on wood density. | ||||
| Gauge | 12 | 20 | 28 | 410 |
| Barrel length | 26”(66cm), 28”(71cm), 30”(76cm) | 28”(71cm), 30”(76cm) | 28”(71cm), 30”(76cm) | 28”(71cm) |
| Avg. Weight** | 6lbs. 14oz., 7 lbs., 7 lbs | 6lbs. 10oz., 6lbs. 12oz. | 6lbs. 5oz., 6lbs. 7oz. | 6lbs. 6oz. |
| Receiver finish | Hand polished coin finish with Invisalloy™ protective finish | Hand polished coin finish with Invisalloy™ protective finish | Hand polished coin finish with Invisalloy™ protective finish | Hand polished coin finish with Invisalloy™ protective finish |
| Stock Finish | Hand rubbed oil | Hand rubbed oil | Hand rubbed oil | Hand rubbed oil |
| Checkering | 26 lines per inch | 26 lines per inch | 26 lines per inch | 26 lines per inch |
| Recoil Pad | Wood butt plate | Wood butt plate | Wood butt plate | Wood butt plate |
| Chamber | 3” | 3” | 2 ¾” | 3” |
| Top Rib | Width 7mm (.27”) parallel and ventilated | Width 6mm (.24”) parallel and ventilated | Width 6mm (.24”) parallel and ventilated | Width 6mm (.24”) parallel and ventilated |
| Center Rib | Non-Ventilated | Non-Ventilated | Non-Ventilated | Non-Ventilated |
| Forcing Cones | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Avg. Barrel Weight | 26”-1.34kg(2.95 lbs) 28”- 1.40kg(3.08lbs.) 30” - 1.46kg(3.22 lbs.) | 28”- 1.26kg(2.77lbs.) 30” - 1.31kg(2.88 lbs.) | 28”- 1.18kg(2.60lbs.) 30” - 1.21kg(2.66 lbs.) | 28”- 1.16kg(2.56lbs.) |
| Avg. Bore | .735, chrome lined | .626, chrome lined | .554, chrome lined | .410, Chrome lined |
| Chokes | 5 nickel plated, flush fitting chokes | 5 nickel plated, flush fitting chokes | 5 nickel plated, flush fitting chokes | 5 nickel plated, flush fitting chokes |
| Sight(s) | Silver front bead | Silver front bead | Silver front bead | Silver front bead |
| Fore-end | Schnabel | Schnabel | Schnabel | Schnabel |
| Trigger | Single selective | Single selective | Single selective | Single selective |
| Safety | Manual (Automatic as an option) | Manual (Automatic as an option) | Manual (Automatic as an option) | Manual (Automatic as an option) |
| Accessories | Choke wrench and case | Choke wrench and case | Choke wrench and case | Choke wrench and case |
| Case | Plastic hard case with fit interior and velvet stock sleeve and barrel sleeve | Plastic hard case with fit interior and velvet stock sleeve and barrel sleeve | Plastic hard case with fit interior and velvet stock sleeve and barrel sleeve | Plastic hard case with fit interior and velvet stock sleeve and barrel sleeve |
Stock Dimensions
| Model | Tempio 12 | Tempio 20 | Tempio 28 | Tempio 410 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Measurements are subject to change without notice and are based on average measurements. *Measured from the center of trigger adjustment. | ||||
| Drop at comb | 1.5" | 1.5" | 1.5" | 1.5" |
| Drop at heel | 2.25" | 2.25" | 2.25" | 2.25" |
| Length of pull | 14.75" | 14.75" | 14.75" | 14.75" |
| Cast at heel | .12" | .12" | .12" | .12" |
| Cast at toe | .2" | .2" | .2" | .2" |
| Pitch | 5° | 5° | 5° | 5° |
| Breech to comb | 7.75" | 7.5" | 7.5" | 7.5" |
| Reach | *4.25" | *4.25" | *4.25" | *4.25" |
MSRP Pricing
| Item | Description | MSRP |
|---|---|---|
| *Pricing is subject to change. If your desired configuration is not listed, please contact your dealer for a Special Order. | ||
| A12131 | Tempio Field 12g 28" Barrels | $4,455 |
| A12331 | Tempio Field 20g 28" Barrels | $4,455 |
| A12341 | Tempio Field 20g 30" Barrels | $4,455 |
| A12531 | Tempio Field 28g 28" Barrels | $4,455 |
| A12631 | Tempio Field .410 28" Barrels | $4,650 |
| A12831 | Tempio Field 20g 28g 28" Barrels Combo | $6,680 |
| A12931 | Tempio Field 20g 28g .410g 28" Barrels Combo | $9,098 |
| Additional Charge for Left Hand Stock | $255 | |
| Additional Charge for English Stock | $255 | |
Produced to the exacting specifications as laid out by top American shooters and hunters, these new Over/Under shotguns imported from Caesar Guerini, Brescia, Italy combine some of the finest craftsmanship, precise manufacturing tolerances and premium materials Italian gun makers are famous for the world over.
