In these covid times, I was completely astounded to find one on GB for $200.
As I sifted through the inventory, I realized I didn't have any type of buckshot, so I nervously headed out with 100 rounds of birdshot and 20 slugs.
I first ran 10 flawless slugs thru it. Having been satisfied with that first box, I decided to skip the second box due to my dwindling supply.
The Federal field and target all cycled wonderfully, and this made me feel all giddy inside, considering my Vepr12 has occasional FTEs with 00 buck. Mind you, my Vepr has had $1200 worth of work done to it.
I then went to the Federal "HI-Power" as per the packaging, and that old crusty steel shot blasted thru with no issues.
The Federal "game load" box had two FTEs, but by the time I had gotten to this box, I started shooting from the hip, as 10 slugs and 50 rounds of birdshot had taken its toll on my shoulder.
I opened the box of "Xpert" ammo and found that all the shells were marked Federal, and were not perfectly round in the front. So with my limited knowledge of 12 gauge ammo, I assumed these were reloads. This box had 3 FTEs. I considered it a relevant factor that these were reloads and I'm not shooting these with the proper technique.
Side note- The cut off button did not stop the rounds from loading, whether pushed in or out.
I could not be working it right though, but I figured it's either like an on or off type deal.
I did appreciate the bolt release being a lever inside the elevator, it seem to be a two in one type of thing; not sure if that's a Benelli feature.
The sights are fiber optic, in a ghost ring setup, but the front sight seems exceedingly small inside of a very large rear ring. Nevertheless, when shouldered it hit to the point of aim. I intend to put a dot on it anyways.
I'm overall happy with the initial performance of this gun.
I'm looking to accessorize this in a minimalist fashion with a few things, and any parts compatibility info would be appreciated---
+2 tube extension- Is there a specific one that is labeled for something else that will fit?
Some type of "skeleton stock" that looks like the one that Mesa Tactical makes for the Mossberg 930. The factory one has the double shell holder in it, and retrieving them is not fun, and I can only imagine how much worse it would be under stress. Plus the Mesa Tactical has an adjustable cheek riser, which may come in handy for the height of a dot.
A forend that isn't quite as "puffy." The factory one has a small rail piece, and I can't find the value of having a flashlight down there. Again, is there a part that would fit, but labeled for something else, as this is a clone?
Some type of brake that may actually have some recoil reducing capabilities, and doesn't look like a trumpet.......
Thanks for any parts info you can provide
