I'm considering a local purchase of a Beretta 687 EELL in 28 gauge. The gun appears new and has 28" barrels and comes with the blue Beretta hard case and chokes.

It's very hard to explain why I am so interested in this piece. I don't have an over-under and I have never shot a 28ga. But the balance and appearance are so compelling to me. Particularly the engraving by Giovanelli.

While I would have to part with numerous other pieces to fund the purchase, I'm really thinking about going after this.

Any thoughts as to the practicality for doves or sporting clays? Am I paying too much at $5400? Basically this would be a very high $ purchase (for me) that is driven by the heart, not the head. Any thoughts you can share on either value or ways you evaluate similar potential buys would be appreciated.