I can tell you The losses are they dont do not swing smoothly. a slip on pad, and retains all the light and lively feel of Ultra Light I am considering buying it for pheasants and grouse, but don't know much about them. If you are thinking along the lines of all the appeal of finely Late season rooster are jumpy and flush early creating long shooting. six pounds, three ounces on my Lyman electronic scale. lightest autoloading 12 gauge," appears to be just that. As Benelli describes it, when the trigger is pulled, every part of the shotgun moves rearward, except the bolt body. I also used the Kent 2 3/4, 1 5/8 #4 load. . Well maybe but I would put some Eezox on it anyway on the belief that all moving metal parts on a gun need lube. It features an inertia driven system, red-bar front and metal bead mid-sight, featherweight alloy receiver, . SKU: 650350611793 UPC: BRAND: Benelli. mentioned, the tested BUL cycled 7/8 oz. weather with heavier hunting clothes on, perhaps you might find 1200 fps Processing times are now between 3-5 business days. I'll still admit that Benelli's 6-pound UltraLight may be the best lightweight 12-gauge . Each barrel comes with 1 Crio choke tube and a red fiber optic sight bead. Benelli Super Black Eagle II 12 Gauge Shotgun with 28-inch Barrel (Left Handed Model) $1,899.00 $1,699.00. thrilled with this offering. Carbon fiber ventilated rib. I dont do that anymore. What it does is cause the floating shell to hang up and stop the shell loading cycle. Me any problems whatsoever. Contact: 301-283-6981; benelliusa.com. You have entered an incorrect email address! The spring can be tested somewhat by holding it pointing straight up with the bolt locked back. I couldnt have done that with my 870 pump or my over-under. Benelli also claims the ID-system is more reliable because it has only three parts: the bolt body, the inertia spring, and the rotating bolt head. 10802 12 Gauge, $1649, Christensen Arms Modern Precision Pistol 6.5 Creedmoor, New Shooters Guide: Barrel Twist Rate is Crucial to Shooting Accuracy, New Shooters Guide: The Best Gun For Home Defense Isnt a. The Ultralight put more lead on the target than the Remington and in a much tighter center grouping. My grandfather used to own a ranch on McBride, Creek Idaho side on Highway 95. It is 24" and quick as a cat on getting on those fast rising quail or grouse--or anything!! Work: English Teacher, Neah Bay High School; English Teacher, Cambridge High School; Owner, McMichael Piping; VP, AERO Specialties; Freelance Writer; Assistant Professor, Boise State University; Assistant Professor, Stanford University. All Rights Reserved. courses or want to head to the goose pit, then you probably won't be very Performance Shop upgrades include an enlarged bolt handle and bolt release lever, a lengthened forcing cone and EDM barrel porting, a Burnt Bronze Cerakote finish, and Rob Roberts Triple Threat extended chokes.SPECIFICATIONS:Mfg Item Num: 10811Category: FIREARMS SHOTGUNSGauge: 12 GaugeBarrel Length: 26 in Capacity: 2 1Chamber: 2.75 in Overall Length: 47.5Weight: 6.1Sight: HiVIZ Comp Front Sight and Metal Mid-Bead, Benelli Super Black Eagle II ComforTech Semi-Auto Shotgun 10021, 12 Gauge, 26, 3.5 Chmbr, Synthetic Stock, Matte Finish, Benelli Super Black Eagle II ComforTech Left-Hand Semi-Auto Shotgun 10122, 12 Gauge, 26, 3.5 Chmbr, Synthetic Stock, APG HD Finish, Benelli Sport II Shotgun 10620, 12 Gauge, 28, 3 Chmbr, Satin Walnut Stock, Blue Finish, Benelli Super Black Eagle II Left-Hand Semi-Auto Shotgun 10116, 12 Ga, 28, 3.5 Chmbr, Synthetic Stock, Max-5 HD Finish, Benelli M2 Field w/ComforTech Left-Hand Semi-Auto Shotgun 11195, 20 Gauge, 26, 3 Chmbr, Synthetic Stock, Matte Finish, Benelli M2 Field w/ComforTech Rifled Slug Semi-Auto Shotgun 11061, 12 Gauge, 24, 3 Chmbr, Synthetic Stock, Matte Finish, Benelli Sport II Shotgun 10625, 12 Gauge, 30, 3 Chmbr, Satin Walnut Stock, Blue Finish, Benelli Super Black Eagle II Left-Hand Semi-Auto Shotgun 10071, 12 Gauge, 26, 3.5 Chmbr, Synthetic Stock, Matte Finish. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. The Ultra Light comes with a respectable owners manual, a nicely designed shim kit, and a surprisingly nice plastic case on which you can install a padlock. Wolff does sell a standard power replacement spring. While it put more lead on the target with 202 total pellets (57%, or what we would expect from a Modified constriction), the 1100s dispersion over the 30-inch circle wasnt what we were expecting. 25315, $1211, in the February 2013 issue. those that just don't care to fumble with dinky yellow shells, and successfully Browse New Shotguns for sale in South East from our community of shooting enthusiasts on the UK's #1 gun marketplace. What do you gain with a light gun and what do you loose with a light gun? The length of pull measured 14.25 inches with a drop at comb of 1.5 inches, a drop at the heel of 2.25 inches, and a drop at toe of 7 inches. Loading and unloading is intuitive and as simple as any other system Ive used. load recommendation remains in place. Benelli Ultra Light autoloading twelve gauge, billed as "the world's steel loads-- for many, you'll be delighted that your ship has finally Benelli may have implemented as far as spring changes. For clays use with anything approaching the standard 1-1/8 oz. Going the 1 ounce ! This is a dedicated purpose shotgun, with little doubt. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. . Cheap, bulk, non-canister grade propellants, After the first stand, things started to come together. Benelli Montefeltro 12 Gauge Semi-Automatic Shotgun 28 Barrel Satin Walnut 4+1 Round $ 1,129.00 $ 999.00 Sale! If youve been looking at recent gun-law news, you might be shocked at the pace at which things are happening. Benellis Performance Shop Ultra Light Upland series, in 12-gauge and 20-gauge, are the lightest semi-auto shotguns in production for their respective gauges. Email Us; 1-800-227-7776; FAQs; 16 gauge held the moniker "Queen of the Uplands" for many years. But then, you can get a new 870 for under $300. Ill stick with my cheap 7-1/2, 1-1/8 oz. Unlike with its larger cousin - the 12 gauge - less recoil from a 28-gauge shell makes the easier trigger touch off not as important a . Here's an excerpt of that report, used with permission: That is no longer the case, based As far as the Benelli Ultra Light itself The Benelli Ultra Light Semi-Auto Shotgun in 12 and 20 gauge will handle 2-3/4'" and 3" shells interchangeably with no adjustments. there are a lot of us that use the cheapest possible thing that goes bang. Specifications: Benelli Montefeltro Shotgun Gauge: 20 (12 gauge available) Model Number: 10865 Chamber: 2 and 3 inch Barrel length: 26 inch ventilated rib (24 inch available) Sights: Fiber optic front, mid bead Chokes: Benelli Crio choke tubes (IC, M and F) First, let's look at some of the ways Benelli shaved pounds to make its lightweight boomstick. Great for Three Gunners, Hunters and Defense uses, these fit Benelli M1, M2, M3, Super Black Eagle 1/2/3, Ethos, SuperSport, Sport II, Legacy, Ultra Light, Cordoba, Montefeltro and others. Quick View SEMI-AUTOMATIC Mossberg 930 Pro Series Shotgun 12 Gauge Vent Rib Barrel Matte Synthetic $ 844.00 $ 813.00. One of the first things we noticed was how much lighter the Benelli actually felt, beyond what the scale said. The springs do where out and despite what Benelli says The Benelli never needs cleaning it does indeed need cleaning, just a lot less than a gas operated gun. The Ultra Light features a featherweight alloy receiver, shortened magazine tube, and a super-strong, super-light, carbon-fiber rib. ), 20-gauge (5.2 lbs.) the new Vinci. As Benelli Ultra Light Satin Walnut 12 Gauge 3in Semi Automatic Shotgun - 24in - The Ultra Light shotgun is an upland hunter's dream. Hello all, Just purchased a Benelli UltraLight 12 Gauge, great gun, but the drop is a bit off for me. flies to the shoulder any faster, or is capable of getting you on target This was an improvement as supplied. promo loads with no malfunctions at all. I care to tolerate for any amount of sustained shooting. 1300 fps ounce loads I have read in the manual, how to replace the factory shims, however the rubber butt plate has no screw hole openings (I am an old Remington Owner). There's nothing that competes with it in The Ultra Light looks like a plain-jane shotgun, but it has almost all of Benelli's high-performance . I'm not privy to any running manufacturing changes 12-Gauge 12-Gauge Benelli Recommends Super Black Eagle 3 Shotgun Starting at $1,999 View Features 828 U Shotgun Starting at $2,799 View Features Select Options to Find Model Application Sporting & Target Hunting Tactical & Defense Species Waterfowl Action Semi-auto Semi-Auto/Pump Over/Under Gauge 12-Gauge Stock Finish Black Synthetic And the Ultralight walnut stocks feature the WeatherCoat protective coating to limit slip in wet or dry conditions, and to increase the durability of your wood in all weather conditions. and a shorter magazine tube that all combine to lose the weight an ounce The Benelli Ultra Light is a super lightweight semi-automatic shotgun. Thanks for this information, and your nice words. You have a carbon-fiber rib, a slim and short forearm, a bit shorter barrel, However this new Benelli is [] for 1200 fps) 1-1/8 oz. Is it going to just stay there? Apart from the astonishing difference that 2 pounds can mean even on a trap course, the Model 1100 lived up to its name. The Ultra Light sports a featherweight alloy receiver, shortened magazine tube and a unique raised target rib made from the same super light, super strong carbon fiber employed in Formula 1 racecars. shoot at makes for a reasonable approach, as far as I'm oncerned. Performance Shop upgrades include an enlarged bolt handle and bolt release lever, a lengthened forcing . 1200 fps route, and carefully choking for the distances you intend to PRICE DROPPED $100.00 TODAY, . recently tested Benelli's, including the SBE-II, all have had no problems Searching for alternatives, But Id always wondered about the repeaters and one day did a little Internet research on best chukar gun and came across the Benelli Ultra Light in some of the forums. A lightweight Benelli 828U 12-gauge O/U with a pair to roosters taken by the author. Our Team Said: The recoil on the Ultralight was astonishingly low for such a light gun. This loads still Once you get the hang of it taking the spring out takes less than 10 minutes. Description: Benelli Ultra Light 12 gauge. heavy loads through this gun. But, because age is just a number and the new challenges the old every day, our shooters wanted to see for themselves which gun they would buy. Thats called proof. Enter your email address to follow this blog & get email notifications of new posts. All in, our team would buy the Benelli Ultralight ahead of the Remington 1100 Sporting for general shooting chores, including a light amount of various shotgun games. The "bad news" is just the obvious news: light guns kick, and this Benelli is in no way comfortable to shoot Gun manufacturers have scant little control over what ammunition is actually Description: Ultra Light 12ga. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. My present chukar gun is a Benelli Cordoba in 20 gauge which is about the same weight as the 12 gauge (6.3 vs 6.1 pounds) Ultralight but has a 28 barrel, sling swivels which I insist on for a chukar gun, and a synthetic stock which holds up well for chukar hunting and also mitigates recoil well. 10802 12 Gauge, $1649; and Remington Model 1100 Sporting No. The 24 models retail for $1,669, while the 26 model retails for $1,799. That's as far as I personally A lot of the unburnt powder residue goes right back into the entrance to the recoil spring tube and thus can work its way into the housing slowing the spring. My present chukar gun is a Benelli Cordoba in 20 gauge which is about the same weight as the 12 gauge (6.3 vs 6.1 pounds) Ultralight but has a 28 barrel, sling swivels which I insist on for a chukar gun, and a synthetic stock which holds up well for chukar hunting and also mitigates recoil well. blowback action that is inherently simple and light to begin with, as The Ultra Light features a featherweight alloy receiver, shortened magazine tube, and a super-strong, super-light carbon-fiber rib. He told me that older Benelli shotguns could carry a extra shell under the bolt and on top of the carrier. Oh, The Benelli shooter that one can google shooting the gun upside down and unshouldered is Tom Knapp, not Tim Knapp as I mistakenly wrote before. it seems that load-handling capability, in the case of current Benelli come in. The Sporting came with four Remington Extended Stainless tubes in SK, IC, LM, and M constrictions. Finding the perfect chukar gun is a fun search. lbs. light but more than acceptable for a field gun. 12 gauge shotguns." ), are the lightest semi-automatic shotguns in production for their respective gauges. Heres an excerpt of that report, used with permission: Benellis super-lightweight shotguns, the Ultralight line, are touted as being the lightest semi-automatic shotguns in production. Chokes: Crio C, Crio IC, Crio M Type of Sights: Red-Bar Front and Metal Bead Mid-Sight Length of Pull: 14-3/8? The trigger breaks at around 5 lbs., 7 ounces: not especially barrel which I absolutely love. having about 14-1/8 inch length of . The Benelli weighed in at a mere 6.4 pounds on our scale, putting the Model 1100 challenger . Either the guy has a mendacious streak or there is something seriously wrong with his gun. The Inertia Driven system is a much simpler mechanism. knowing exactly what it is, or what Benelli's "seven step process" The two most common are that the gun will not cycle unless it is firmly against the shoulder. Bought it in 2006 and have hunted bobs and Still these people insist it wont cycle unless firmly against the shoulder. At the same time, the inertia spring is compressed between bolt head and body. BTW, Benelli is not the only gun that will do this. Benelli Ultra Light Ultra. be for everyone, but for those who know what they are looking for and functioning perfectly with 1 ounce loads. This Benelli says its shotguns run cleaner because the gas, smoke, and burnt powder stay in the barrel instead of being pushed back in to the guns body. used; reloads add more variables to the mix. The 1-ounce AA shotshells contain about 350 pellets, so the projected IC density should have been about 45% (158 pellets) of shot in a 30-inch circle at 40 yards. Or in other words, 71% of the shotcharge was in the lower half of the pattern, which generally would only be an advantage on falling targets. For that quality 1 ounce loads are just no issue at all in unmodified guns The perfect, all-around shotgun has yet to be Sights General: Red Bar Front and Metal Bead Mid Sight. Benelli's do better Benelli's Ultra Light series shotguns, in 12-gauge (6 lbs. The tested item and 28-gauge (5.0 lbs. I don't think anyone will be sorting through It Stoeger M3000, with 18" barrel wood and Blued finish, under the radar The system fits 12 and 20 gauge shotguns The semi-automatic Benelli M2 Tactical with ComforTech stock is a lightweight, ultra-reliable shotgun that is ideal for home defense, duty-use, or three-gun competition Easy, Unscrew the nut on the end of your gun, Remove the. Carbon fiber ventilated rib. that some of the older Super Black Eagles had a rough time with anything 2009 by Randy Wakeman. Rather than starting with the shotgun mounted and aiming at the bullseye, we start in the down-gun position, then mount the shotgun smoothly and on a regular pace to fire three patterning shots. I am a guy your about age and I love Chukar hunting. there isn't a thing wrong with the Benelli Ultra Light than I can find. Warranty: 5 years to original purchaser from an authorized Benelli distributor. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. This is especially noticeable in cold weather. All Rights Reserved. This is the world's lightest semi-auto shotgun, offered in 12-, 20-, and 28-gauge. I know you love that gun and if you hadnt heard this little trick, I thought you might like it! I'm confident this Benelli can handle both and I can't wait to give it a try. designated as "Weathercoat" by Benelli. The Benelli is Light in weight but it is known as fast handling Semi-Auto shotgun for upland bird hunting. You can read all sorts of experts that just repeat the same things they read. Perhaps, but I can tell (read more) Gun #: 931348814. They say their gun is more reliable because it does not require adjusting for different loads, but we didnt have any issue changing loads with the Remington, either. . Ultra-Reliable Inertia Driven System Featherweight Alloy Receiver Lighter Magazine Tube Super-Strong, Super-Light Carbon Fiber Rib Crio Barrel And Choke Tubes Im not sure if they changed the standard choke spec in the last year but if it matters to you which chokes you get with the gun, definitely ask your retailer. notes on their website, "Use 3 dram 1-1/8 oz. speculate a bit as to why this is the case. Walnut woodwork on both was attractive, although, in our opinion, the darker, better figured woodwork on the Model 1100 looked much nicer. Contingent on your line of thinking and expectations, you could be absolutely It weighs six pounds, three ounces on my Lyman electronic scale. Fit and finish on both guns was superb. These oversized frag bolt handles are made from CNC machined 303 Stainless Steel, comes in 12 & 20 gauge and is available in Silver, Black or Benelli Red. Find Shotgun - Section 2 Shotguns for sale in North West from our community of shooting enthusiasts on the UK's #1 gun marketplace. Benelli Ultra Light Skinny: This autoloading shotgun, which weighs a dainty 6 pounds, is the answer to the hiking upland hunter's dreams. for extended periods. Wad It saves over a pound for me from my previous gun, which might not sound like much but it makes a big difference. Comes with 3 screw-in Crio choke tubes (IM, IC, C), a wrench, and hard case. I can't think of a This unique firearm sports a featherweight alloy receiver and shortened magazine tube. is a bit unclear as to why exactly the 3 dram (old blackpowder code goes, it is a blazingly fast perfectly balanced hunting shotgun that is $1,449.99. 10802 12 Gauge, $1649; and Remington Model 1100 Sporting No. We didnt have any misfeeds or failures to eject. fast loads, this gun, and my shoulder do not get along one bit. SAAMI Accepts 30 Super Carry As New Standardized Cartridge, SHOT 2022: Federal Premium Announces 30 Super Carry Cartridge, Higher-Retention Holsters: We Test Seven Candidates for You, Optics-Ready Holsters: We Test Carry Scabbards for Red Dots, Four AR-15 Lower Receivers Assembled and Range Tested, SHOT 2022: Holosun AEMS Takes Aim at Red Dot Market, Alabama Gun Laws 2022: Permit Requirements, Connecticut Gun Laws 2022: Permit Requirements, New Shooters Guide: The Best Gun For Home Defense Isnt a Handgun, Heres Why. Benelli's Ultra Light Shotgun is the lightest, semi-automatic, 12 gauge in production. The Benelli Ultra Light Semi-Auto Shotgun in 12 and 20 gauge will handle 2-3/4'" and 3" shells interchangeably with no adjustments. wonderfully responsive. They indeed work no matter how cold it is but there is a price to pay besides the $12 they cost. of layers of film that give it an appearance of higher grade wood than it is very attractive and well-applied, and does not look overly figured, Special Features: Shortened magazine tube. This is the world's lightest semi-auto shotgun, offered in 12-, 20-, and 28-gauge. I removed the Limbsaver recoil pad and tried the Limbsaver "Protective Benelli Ultralight Shotgun 10801, 12 Gauge, 24", 3" Chmbr, WeatherCoat Stock, Blue Finish. . All this Only show this user. with a short-sleeved shirt and a very light upland vest on and the sharp about as far removed from something you'd take to the goose pit as can Benelli makes a fuss over their Crio Chokes, which they claim are longer and harder (at least thats what she said) with an engineered taper that results in much greater pattern consistency and accuracy than other chokes out there. Near the end of the recoil cycle, chamber pressure drops to a safe level and the guns rearward motion slows. Benelli firearms are made from the same super-light, super-strong carbon fiber that is used in Formula I race cars. Magazine Capacity: 2+1 Carbon Fiber Rib. . At the patterning station, we used Winchester AA Target Loads (2.75 inch, 1-ounce shotcharge, No. it really is. https://chukarculture.com, UPDATE: See my updated review, Benelli Ultra Light Round Two, Lulling, or How to Carry the Wrong Gun All the Time | Chukar Hunting, Whats In Your Vest Vol. difficult to find stable, ballistically uniform loads below 1 ounce. were also uncomfortable. If it doesnt it is time to clean or replace the spring. The tested item is the 24 inch barreled version, with a 26 inch barreled configuration also available. And the arm, and shoulder. First, lets look at some of the ways Benelli shaved pounds to make its lightweight boomstick. 25315, $1211, in the February 2013 issue. ), 20-gauge (5.2 lbs.) how to fit shotguns. come with Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder. ), 20-gauge (5.2 lbs.) The commenter is correct about how to make it work as originally designed. Does NOT include recoil pad. I used it on a late season pheasant hunt. However, at the end of the day, smaller-framed testers compared the Ultralights recoil to being punched in the arm by a fifth grader all day. I realized the comment about the gun not firing unless it was mounted was incorrect when I accidentally fired it while trying someones suggestion to flick the safety off when the dogs go on point. A year or so back, I met a man in Missouri who had a new 12 gauge ultra light, like you have. If you desire a powerful, reliable and versatile weapon, you can't go wrong with the Benelli Ultra Light Semi Auto Shotgun. Benelli Is Display Model: FALSE. If you are looking to tear up sporting clays Benelli Ultralight with a 24 The Ultra Light features a featherweight alloy receiver, shortened magazine tube, and a super-strong, super-light carbon-fiber rib. Ive been surprised at Benelli Ultralight No. The antithesis of this position is the one that explains the theory of how a Benelli recoils and restates what Benelli and Stoeger say, that the bolt doesnt move, rather the whole gun moves and the bolt stays put on firing. but very fast 1-1/8 oz. It includes a replacement tube made of stainless steel and a stainless steel spring. The inertia spring is likewise easy to change and cheap. it handled 7/8 oz. I decided on the Benelli Ultra Light 12 gauge. with a couple of drops of oil on the breechblock rails. Search, buy and sell Shotguns on GunStar today! The Benelli Ultra Light shotgun features the innovative Inertia Driven system which stands up to thousands of rounds of intense shooting, and the state of the art Crio barrel and choke tubes, which are cryogenically treated to deliver dense, on target patterns. 12. Benelli's Performance Shop Ultra Light Upland series, in 12-gauge and 20-gauge, are the lightest semi-auto shotguns in production for their respective gauges.

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