Rizzini Artemis Over/Under Shotgun 20 Gauge 29″ RH

Description

The Rizzini Artemis over/under shotgun 20 gauge 29″ RH is a hand-fitted Italian field gun built for shooters who demand traditional craftsmanship without the custom wait. Chambered in 20 gauge with a 29-inch vent-rib barrel, it pairs an anodized silver side-plate receiver with hand-engraved scrollwork and a Turkish walnut stock selected for grain. The single selective trigger and auto ejectors keep it practical for clays or upland birds, while the 2.75″ chamber handles standard loads. This is a production gun with artisan finishing, not a mass-market import.

Manufacturer	Rizzini (Italy)
Model	Artemis 5101-20
Material	Steel receiver, Turkish walnut stock and forend, vent-rib barrel
Compatibility	2.75″ 20-gauge shells only
Finish	Anodized silver tone receiver, blued barrel
Weight	Approximately 6.2 lbs (per manufacturer specs)
Condition	New

Key Features

• Hand-Engraved Side-Plate Receiver – Why it matters: Each Artemis receiver is engraved by Rizzini artisans, giving you a one-off look without the full custom price.
• 29″ Vent-Rib Barrel – Why it matters: The longer barrel smooths swing on crossing targets and reduces felt recoil in a 20-gauge platform.
• Single Selective Trigger – Why it matters: Lets you choose which barrel fires first with a simple barrel-selector push, critical for quick follow-ups on doubles.
• Auto Ejectors – Why it matters: Ejects spent shells automatically for faster reloading; fired shells clear the action, while unfired rounds lift but stay in place.
• Turkish Walnut Stock – Why it matters: Selected for straight grain and oil finish, it provides a stable, moisture-resistant grip that improves with use.

Who It’s For

This shotgun fits the right-handed shooter who wants a 20-gauge over/under with more personality than a field-grade Browning or Beretta. You hunt upland birds, shoot sporting clays for fun, and appreciate handwork in a production gun. It’s not a safe queen, but you’ll treat it better than a synthetic-stocked beater.

Pros / Cons

• Pros: Hand-engraved receiver, Turkish walnut stock, 29″ barrel for smooth swing, auto ejectors, single selective trigger, right-hand cast-off, 6.2 lbs weight.
• Cons: No interchangeable choke tubes included (fixed chokes standard), and the silver receiver shows handling marks faster than a blued finish.

Comparison: Rizzini Artemis vs. Browning Citori 725 vs. Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I

Feature	Rizzini Artemis 20 Ga	Browning Citori 725 20 Ga	Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I 20 Ga
Barrel Length	29″	28″	28″
Receiver Finish	Anodized silver, engraved	Blued, engraved	Anodized silver, engraved
Stock Wood	Turkish walnut	Grade II walnut	Select walnut
Weight	6.2 lbs	6.6 lbs	6.4 lbs
Trigger	Single selective	Single selective	Single selective
Ejectors	Auto	Auto	Auto
Choke System	Fixed	Invector DS	Beretta Mobilchoke
Country of Origin	Italy	Japan	Italy
Price	$5,325	$3,299	$2,499

According to Rizzini specs, the Artemis weighs 6.2 lbs, making it a full 0.4 lbs lighter than the Browning Citori 725 and 0.2 lbs lighter than the Beretta 686. The trade-off is fixed chokes versus the Browning’s Invector DS and Beretta’s Mobilchoke. If you want to swap chokes, the Citori or Silver Pigeon offers more flexibility. If you want hand engraving and a lighter 20-gauge for all-day carry, the Artemis wins.

FAQ

Does the Rizzini Artemis come with interchangeable choke tubes?

No, the Artemis 5101-20 has fixed chokes. Per Rizzini, the standard is improved cylinder and modified. If you need interchangeable chokes, look at the Rizzini 700 series or the Browning Citori 725.

What is the barrel length on the Rizzini Artemis 20 gauge?

The barrel is 29″ with a vent rib. That’s longer than the typical 26″ or 28″ found on many 20-gauge field guns, giving you better swing on crossing targets and a slight reduction in felt recoil.

Is the Rizzini Artemis suitable for left-handed shooters?

This model is configured for right-hand shooters (RH) with cast-off and a right-hand palm swell. Left-handed shooters should order the left-hand version (LH) if available, or look at a neutral-stock gun like the Beretta 686.

What shells does the Rizzini Artemis 20 gauge accept?

It is chambered for 2.75″ shells only. Do not use 3″ magnum loads. The 2.75″ chamber handles standard field loads, target loads, and light magnum loads without issue.

The Bottom Line

If you want an Italian over/under with hand engraving and a 29″ barrel in 20 gauge, the Rizzini Artemis delivers artisan finishing at a price that undercuts most custom builders. It’s lighter than the Browning Citori 725 and Beretta 686, but you trade choke flexibility for weight savings and engraving. For the right-handed bird hunter or clays shooter who values traditional build quality, it’s a solid buy.

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Last updated: April 2026

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