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Posted: 12/6/2020 5:57:20 PM EDT
[#1]
Remington V3 an option? I really like mine.
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Posted: 12/6/2020 6:01:04 PM EDT
[#2]
Of the 3 you listed, OP, I vote Benelli
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Posted: 12/6/2020 7:17:04 PM EDT
[#3]
I'd probably choose SBE3. But it really comes down to how much you plan to shoot, and whether 3.5" chamber is important to you. The Beretta A400 Excel's are beautiful.
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Posted: 12/6/2020 7:28:00 PM EDT
[#4]
Out of your three choices the Beretta. And only because the SBE series can have cycling issues with target loads(some work fine, some have issues)and they were known to shoot really high although supposedly Benelli fixed the issue.
My suggestion would be a Benelli M2 but it isn't available with wood, nor is the SBE 3. I've handled and shot a new model "A5" and wasn't really that impressed. But I'm not a browning fan outside of their O/Us. ETA. 3.5" shells are not needed for waterfowl with all the heavier than steel non toxic offerings these days. |
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Posted: 12/6/2020 8:09:33 PM EDT
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Another Beretta vote.
Have several and love them. The SBE 3 is still having reports of shooting very high. |
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Posted: 12/6/2020 9:33:18 PM EDT
[#6]
Nothing beats a Beretta auto, not even a Benelli.
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Posted: 12/7/2020 1:14:41 PM EDT
[#7]
I'm a huge Browning shotgun guy, but out of the options listed, would go Beretta A400. If the Maxus was an option it may be a tougher decision for me.
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Posted: 12/7/2020 1:24:42 PM EDT
[#8]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Out of your three choices the Beretta. And only because the SBE series can have cycling issues with target loads(some work fine, some have issues)and they were known to shoot really high although supposedly Benelli fixed the issue. My suggestion would be a Benelli M2 but it isn't available with wood, nor is the SBE 3. I've handled and shot a new model "A5" and wasn't really that impressed. But I'm not a browning fan outside of their O/Us. ETA. 3.5" shells are not needed for waterfowl with all the heavier than steel non toxic offerings these days. 3" steel #2's knock down geese just fine. No need to spend $3 plus per shell for non toxic stuff. Op I like Beretta, I shoot an A400 xtreme, it shoots everything from 2-3/4" target loads to 3-1/2" goose loads. It's a big gun though, dwarfs my 30" o/u in the gun rack. I like the synthetic camo set up for waterfowl - mostly because I don't have to worry about mud, rust, or dinged up stocks. But I prefer traditional wood and blued steel on the clays ranges. |
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Posted: 12/14/2020 5:55:43 PM EDT
[#9]
Don't overlook the Stoeger M3000. It's the same inertia recoil system of the Benelli. I've got over 3000 shells through mine without a single FTE, FTF, etc. Use it for all birds and rabbits. Mine is in the Realtree Max-5 camo pattern.
Dropped two turkeys this year, plus a bunch quail, dove, ducks, and a couple pheasants. |
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Posted: 12/14/2020 6:04:51 PM EDT
[#10]
Beretta
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Posted: 12/15/2020 8:27:39 PM EDT
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Ok I will be the dissenter here OP.
I bought an A-5 years ago and it has been a great shotgun. Personally I like the looks, and the inertia system is well proven. Has probably about 1500 rds thru it, no stoppages whatsoever. Eta- I have the basic 26” wooden stocked version. |
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Posted: 12/15/2020 11:07:03 PM EDT
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If Benelli is an option, it is the answer.
If not, Browning. Gas guns are asking for problems. |
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Posted: 12/19/2020 2:35:45 AM EDT
[#13]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Out of your three choices the Beretta. And only because the SBE series can have cycling issues with target loads(some work fine, some have issues)and they were known to shoot really high although supposedly Benelli fixed the issue. My suggestion would be a Benelli M2 but it isn't available with wood, nor is the SBE 3. I've handled and shot a new model "A5" and wasn't really that impressed. But I'm not a browning fan outside of their O/Us. ETA. 3.5" shells are not needed for waterfowl with all the heavier than steel non toxic offerings these days. Benelli makes a wood stocked SBE3. Model 10380.  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/19/2020 2:37:30 AM EDT
[#14]
Buy ergonomics, beretta or benelli.
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Posted: 12/19/2020 3:59:42 AM EDT
[#15]
I own sba3. cycles both heavy and light charge loads perfectly. From target/dove loads to 3.5 inchers for taking crane high out of the sky, That would be my recommendation.
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Posted: 12/20/2020 12:43:52 AM EDT
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Benelli or Beretta. I had an A5 Wicked Wing and got rid of it due to ejection problems.
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Posted: 12/20/2020 11:54:19 AM EDT
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A400. Not as picky as Inertia guns about light loads, but they're a little heavier (swings nicer). The kickoff system makes them feel much softer in recoil.
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Posted: 12/20/2020 11:56:27 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If Benelli is an option, it is the answer. If not, Browning. Gas guns are asking for problems. I take it you have no experience with the Beretta A400 in that case. Very reliable, cleaning the gas system is very easy, and they swing nicer/shoot softer than Benellis. For me, Benelli guns feel too thin and light to shoot comfortably. |
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Posted: 12/20/2020 12:08:05 PM EDT
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I have a Benelli Montefeltro, a Beretta 391 and a Browning gold hunter. All have been fantastic guns and very reliable. If I had to choose one it would be the Benelli Montefeltro. It has been completely reliable with any shell and is a little bit lighter for all day walking, it also comes with a wood stock if you want.
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Posted: 12/20/2020 1:04:47 PM EDT
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Well I have a AL390 Silver Mallard.
If I was going to purchase another Semi Auto shotgun it would be another Beretta. Probably the A400. 
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Posted: 12/20/2020 1:06:28 PM EDT
[#21]
I have two Benelli's (SBE2 and M1) and two Beretta's (12 and 20 ga Urika AL391's).
Both my inertia guns have hiccupped from time to time, on a bad crimp, or shooting slugs (M1 was for 3gun). Neither Beretta has ever malfunctioned. If I could only have a single shotgun forever, it would be a tough choice between a Benelli M2 12 gauge, and a Beretta 20 gauge. It is the softest shooting, most light and fieldable gun I have ever owned. I bought it for my wife, and she loves it, but I steal it for dove hunting.... as I like it better than any of the other shotguns I have. I'd still likely pick a Benelli M2. That gun can do anything.... and do it forever. |
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Posted: 12/28/2020 8:43:43 PM EDT
[#22]
Beretta A400
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Posted: 12/28/2020 10:10:33 PM EDT
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I'll tell you what I always say. If shotgun is the question Benelli is the answer.
 DSC_5312-Turkey SBS by FredMan, on Flickr Coyote SBS by FredMan, on Flickr Quail SBS by FredMan, on Flickr M2 SBS Rooster by FredMan, on Flickr DSC_1669-M2 Barrel Billboard by FredMan, on FlickrIt also works with a Title I barrel.  G0110357-Coakley9 Incoming Rooster-3_ by FredMan, on Flickr E&F Drop The Hammer by FredMan, on Flickr
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Posted: 12/29/2020 6:28:43 PM EDT
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Beretta A400 is the best semi-auto Clay/hunting shotgun currently available
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Posted: 1/1/2021 1:09:52 PM EDT
[#25]
Update: I just ordered a Benelli Montefeltro 26", satin walnut, in 12ga
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Posted: 1/1/2021 1:19:00 PM EDT
[#26]
You wont have any ragrets.
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Posted: 1/8/2021 6:15:11 PM EDT
[#27]
I picked up the Montefeltro today. It is so light, it feels like a toy.
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Posted: 1/9/2021 10:28:21 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I picked up the Montefeltro today. It is so light, it feels like a toy. Benelli shotguns are like Ferrari cars... |
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Posted: 1/9/2021 10:30:41 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I take it you have no experience with the Beretta A400 in that case. Very reliable, cleaning the gas system is very easy, and they swing nicer/shoot softer than Benellis. For me, Benelli guns feel too thin and light to shoot comfortably. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: If Benelli is an option, it is the answer. If not, Browning. Gas guns are asking for problems. I take it you have no experience with the Beretta A400 in that case. Very reliable, cleaning the gas system is very easy, and they swing nicer/shoot softer than Benellis. For me, Benelli guns feel too thin and light to shoot comfortably. If you don’t have a gas system...you don’t have to clean a gas system or deal with it failing. Benelli is everything you need and nothing you don’t as ounces are pounds and pounds are pain when carrying weight on long days. JMO |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 9:49:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If you don’t have a gas system...you don’t have to clean a gas system or deal with it failing. Benelli is everything you need and nothing you don’t as ounces are pounds and pounds are pain when carrying weight on long days. JMO I remember my first pheasant trip hauling an 11-87 with 28" barrel all day long. That thing wore me out. |
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