Kevin's Plantation Collection 20 Gauge Shotgun
The Kevin's Plantation Collection 20 Gauge is an elegant, finely finished over/under shotgun that combines classic upland styling with the craftsmanship and attention to detail expected from Kevin's Poli. Built as a refined field gun, this example is distinguished by its exceptional upgraded walnut stock, giving the shotgun rich figure, depth, and character.
Handcrafted in Italy by Fratelli Poli exclusively for Kevin's, the Plantation reflects the character of a true bespoke sporting gun.
The relationship with Kevin's
This is particularly relevant to the Kevin's Plantation Collection. Kevin Kelly discovered the Poli workshop in Gardone after previously having special-production guns made by Beretta. According to Shotgun Life, the relationship with the Poli brothers led to the creation of the Kevin's Plantation Collection around 2011. Poli had the ability to produce both individual bespoke guns and small runs of high-grade over/under and side-by-sides to Kevin's specifications.
That relationship became substantial. A recent Shooting Sportsman article describes Poli as a small custom shop now operated by Antonio and Tiziano and says the Kevin's side-by-sides and over/unders account for a large portion of Poli's production.
That makes a Kevin's Poli gun somewhat different from a normal private-label shotgun. Kevin's establishes the specifications and character of the gun, while the Poli brothers and their craftsmen in Gardone carry out the traditional Italian gunmaking, fitting and hand finishing.
The premium walnut stock receives an extensive traditional finishing process and is hand-rubbed with more than 30 coats of polish, producing a deep, lustrous finish that brings out the natural grain and figure of the XXX-grade wood. The stock is also hand checkered, adding both traditional visual appeal and a secure, comfortable gripping surface. Its classic Prince of Wales grip complements the graceful lines of the gun and provides excellent handling characteristics.
This Plantation Collection is built on an over/under action chambered for 3-inch 20-gauge shells. A single trigger provides straightforward operation, while interchangeable chokes allow the shotgun to be configured for a variety of upland and sporting applications.
The receiver features an elegant coin finish, creating a refined contrast against the deeply polished upgraded walnut. With a 14 3/4-inch length of pull and a well-balanced weight of 6.30 pounds, the Plantation Collection is light and responsive in the hands while retaining the smooth feel expected from a premium field shotgun.
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