Smoke drifts across the field. Steel clashes. The first echoes of gunfire begin to redefine the rules of war. At Pavia, history shifted, marking the moment when firearms rose to prominence, forever changing the course of combat.
Just one year later, in 1526, Bartolomeo Beretta’s receipt would mark the beginning of a legacy destined to endure. A story born in Lombardy, where craftsmanship, innovation, and destiny first converged - and where that same spirit continues to this day.
Five centuries later, that moment lives on - etched in steel, preserved in time.
Set within a rich deep-scroll framework, the engraved architecture of the city of Pavia becomes the stage for a powerful historical narrative.
On the left, Spanish soldiers wielding arquebuses engage the French chivalry depicted on the right sideplate. At the bottom of the receiver, the story reaches its climax as victors and vanquished converge in the aftermath of the battle, illuminated by the golden Beretta 500 Years logo - a seal marking this defining historical moment. The fretworked opening lever and trigger guard serve as refined tributes to the Company’s 500-year milestone.
The state-of-the-art design of this one-of-a-kind piece is exquisitely enhanced by select grade 5 walnut wood with a Tru-Oil® finish, mirror-polished barrels, and over 1,000 hours of hand engraving. Multiple techniques were employed, including hammer and chisel and burin, with extensive gold and copper inlays enriching the backgrounds and amplifying the grandeur of the scene.
An engineering masterpiece designed with millimetric precision, the SO10 is built around a receiver machined from a solid block of special high-resistance tri-alloy steel, with no casting or welding. Its flawless operation is ensured by a rear longitudinal bolt aligned with the hinge pins, complemented by two additional lower lugs for enhanced locking strength and efficiency, and the classic trapezoidal barrel shoulders working in opposition with those of the receiver.
Handcrafted with traditional mastery, the gun case of the SO10 EELL History also embodies the pinnacle of refined artistry. Its structure in solid wood is enveloped in vegetable‑tanned leather, while brass hardware adds enduring elegance. Inside, dark Alcantara meets gold‑finished accessories, creating a sanctuary of sophistication. Every detail is meticulously shaped by hand in the Gun Case Atelier, where heritage and luxury converge.
