cats, motorcycle sketches, violins, and costumed batgirls. This allows the user to do a couple of things. Just a matter of time before one of the manufacturers brings out a "turkey version" 28ga semi. Manage Settings I really don't think fouling will ever result in a jam, unlike all the slip ring on magazine tube systems. Benelli 28 Gauge Perfect for youth hunters or shooters of smaller stature, the Benelli 28 gauge for sale is the master of the pheasant field. Truly deserves a look and at about $750 it is half the price of many. Buy Benelli Ultra Light. I used the ethos all last season and it was great for all day carrying. Anti Monkey Butt Powder, available at a store near you. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. I have a 28ga Ben UL for about 8 years and have shot probably 8-10K rounds out of it with 1/2 of them being hunting. Posted: 10/9/2022 2:42:17 . a 20 gauge monti and it didnt fit. by Antleraddict82 April 11th, 2021, 9:27 pm, Post Shop SuperSport Starting Price $2,949, Performance Hunting Mule Deer: Theres an App for That! I've shot both! ), at essentially the same weight as the Ethos, has an excellent recoil pad, but it sure wasn't enough. The 28-gauge has typically occupied a sort of niche in the shotgun world, being more limited to target shooting and hunting smaller game birds while the larger gauges see the lion's share of use. that are impossible to touch up or match. The Benelli Ultra Light 20GA is a super lightweight semi-automatic shotgun. Light, high build-quality, innovative design (easy breakdown and cleaning) and, yes, beautiful wood. In fact, it was so common that those three days of hunting may have spoiled me forever. (January 22, 2020) - Benelli's award-winning ETHOS shotgun is now available with significant upgrades from Benelli's Performance Shop. Apex also makes 28ga TSS shells if you don't reload. 8 On-Target Concealed Carry Insurance Options (2022), 10 Affordable Double-Barrel Shotgun Options (2022), Best AR-15 Options For Any Budget And Buyers Guide (2022), Best Concealed Carry Handguns For Women (2022). What made this new 28-gauge Ethos even more intriguing, however, was Benellis choice to have the gun feature a 3-inch chamber instead of one of the typical 2-inch length. His articles have appeared in Gun Digest the Magazine, Guns & Ammo special publications and online at Guns & Ammo and Shooting Times. ), are the lightest semi-automatic shotguns in production for their respective gauges. and 28-gauge (5.0 lbs. I currently have a 12 ga. SX3 which works great just a tad heavy. Overall Length: 47 in. Didnt read any of the other posts but for easy uplandfield type hunting, get a nice beretta over under in 20ga. Get the 76th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. in the arena of autoloading shotguns, the Benelli Ethos has generated yesterday at Sportsman Warehouse, man what a sweet little gun. The 28-gauge has typically occupied a sort of niche in the shotgun world, being more limited to target shooting and hunting smaller game birds while the larger gauges see the lions share of use. Benelli Ethos 28 Type: Semi-auto, Inertia-Driven Gauge: 28 Ga. Chamber: 3 in. The Benelli Ultra Light is a super lightweight semi-automatic shotgun.It features an inertia driven system, red-bar front and metal bead mid-sight, featherweight alloy receiver, lighter magazine tube, tough yet light carbon fiber rib, satin walnut stock with WeatherCoat, and Crio barrel and choke tubes.. The ethos will give you the best of both worlds. by Hotchkiss Thu Feb 12, 2015 8:43 pm, Post Get the one you like the best! Ive never been around one, The man who passes the sentence should swing the sword. Learn how your comment data is processed. This article is an excerpt from the January 2017 issue of Gun Digest the Magazine. Get the one that fits you best. It is basically a Benelli M2 except cheaper. There is a 1 5/8oz load that fits in a 2 3/4", but I have not tried it out. JavaScript is disabled. Those who have one or both how do you like them? I would also suggest looking at the Montefeltro in 20 ga. It's avail in 24" and comes in at 5.3 lbs, vs. the 5.2 lbs of the Ultralight, and at a considerably lower price point. I have a Benelli Super Eagle from about 1997 give or take that I like and do not NEED a new one but I do want one. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. I bought it in college because 1) I wanted a Benelli auto and 2) it was nice to look at. In the case of the 12 gauge Benelli Ultra Light (6 lbs. after going to a profesional gun fitter it was discovered that either the M2 or ultra light fit me perfectly, A thousand dollar mistake but one you dont have to make . For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. This can be especially true for suitable field loads. Benelli's Ultra Light series shotguns, in 12-gauge (6 lbs. I am looking at possibly purchasing a new shotgun for upland. by pacecars April 30th, 2021, 1:39 am, Post I also shoot a Benelli SBE II for ducks and love it. 5 lead shot and were cruising along at 1,300 fps. Like the title says I'm in the market for a benelli semi auto 28 ha and I cannot make my mind up between the ultra light and the ethos. "Tolerance and apathy are the last virtues of a dying society." If Im hunting wild chukar I use my beater semi auto and I have a SBE for waterfowl. Neither compared favorably to the Versa Max. by pacecars April 9th, 2021, 6:59 am, Post What are you thoughts on each gun? var a2a_config=a2a_config||{};a2a_config.linkurl="http://randywakeman.com"; (function(){var po=document.createElement('script');po.type='text/javascript';po.async=true;po.src='https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js';var s=document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(po,s);})(); This year, at least Some ComforTech gel recoil pads for other models (SBE II, M2, Nova, SuperNova) are listed at a nosebleed $90 by Benelli, but for the most part, they are perpetually out of stock. The Ethos has been touted as super-easy to load the magazine. Get the Ultra Light models. I load my own TSS and they are roll crimped, Benelli Ultralight 28ga is my favorite gun period. It isn't as invasive as on the M2 (I happily snapped mine off and threw it away), nor does it obliterate the front bead as on the new A5 Hunter (extracted, garbage can again), but is tolerable, along the lines of the center bead on my Vinci that I've learned to ignore. Raffaello Power Bore 12 isn't strictly new, just new to the U.S. by Hoobilly May 1st, 2021, 1:59 pm, Post When I reviewed the Benelli Ultra Light, I found the trigger adequate, breaking at 5 pounds 7 ounces. Benelli has reworked the action. Both the Vinci and the Versa Max had dream safeties by comparison. Type of Sights: Red-Bar Front and Metal Bead Mid-Sight, Minimum Recommended Load: 2-1/2 dram, 7/8 oz. This was a common occurrence over three days of hunting at Pheasant Bonanza in Tekamah, Nebraska, in late October with Benellis Ethos 28-gauge shotgun. banter you'll hear is that it is a strikingly handsome shotgun compared Gobbler Nation Turkey Hunting Contest Archives, 2016 Gobbler Nation Turkey Hunting Contest, 2015 Gobbler Nation Turkey Hunting Contest, 2014 Gobbler Nation Turkey Hunting Contest, 2013 Gobbler Nation Turkey Hunting Contest, 2012 Gobbler Nation Turkey Hunting Contest, By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions as stated in the GobblerNation.com Rules & Terms. I went with the Montefeltro today. other Beretta family models, making the A400 Xplor Action (above) looking and slims up the forearm. At $2,199, its price is a little steep for some hunters. at $1999 MSRP, the nickel at $2199, all of the above models (that lack After researching and reading numerous incredibly positive reviews by gun "experts", I purchased a Grey Hunter. The ugly isn't about The salesman said that benelli was discontinuing the Montefeltro and replacing it with the Ethos line. Take a look at the LH Benelli M2, they come in 20ga. by Hotchkiss Fri Feb 13, 2015 7:14 pm, Post When I reviewed the Benelli Ultra Light, I found the trigger adequate, breaking at 5 pounds 7 ounces. ACCOKEEK, Md. I bought one a few years back and I freaking love it. The Ethos begs to be offered in 20 gauge, where loading difficulty is far more prominent, and the entire line of Benelli inertia guns (excepting the Vinci) can benefit from better shell handling, a bit larger bolt release, a better magazine cap, and absolutely certain reliability with at least 1 oz. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. TSS makes the 28ga a beast in the turkey woods! One other nice feature that was brought to my attention on the hunt was the ability to quickly unload shells using a button inside the loading port. I found the handling qualities of the Ethos to be quite similar to the Ultra Light. looking shotgun, lacking the horrible fake plasti-wood dipped finishes Didnt know that about the roll crimp. Target loads are often more available due to the 28-gauges frequent use in skeet shooting. ), 20-gauge (5.2 lbs.) Receiver: Nickel plated engraved Stock: AA Grade satin walnut Buttstock: Progressive Comfort recoil reduction system Barrel: 26 in. 1 oz. The Ethos trigger break is just marginally lighter than the weight of the gun and that is a disappointment. The following Benelli models like a gun to avoid, if it wasn't already. A few short seconds later the dogs had retrieved it, and on we went. The new Browning A5 Hunter (6-1/2 lbs. It kicks less and is heavier (Im pretty sure on the heavier, but not certain). Your IP: Drew Warden is a past Managing Editor of Gun Digest the Magazine. It even says benelli on the receiver. IMO, a gas gun needs to be cleaned and I have more issues with gas guns in the extreme cold and when they get dirty or muddy than with intertia guns. After 8 years now, it is pretty beat up, but it is 1 of 2 shotguns I will never part with. It was huntable, but not close to what you'd want for an afternoon on the dove field wearing a short-sleeve shirt. The Ultra Light features a featherweight alloy receiver, shortened magazine tube, and a super-strong, super-light, carbon-fiber rib. At the time, I was able to purchase it for just over $1300 so it may be at the top edge of your budget. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. The Ethos 28-gauge is an incredibly lightweight, smooth-swinging game gun. Cloudflare Ray ID: 78bb83d96ee7f10c Copyright The concept seems to make sense. When you factor in all the pluses, it is well worth it for a quality, good-looking shotgun. The stock is walnut and attractive, with well-cut checkering. My kids have two Ultra Lights, I had an Ethos, I like the Ultra Lights, did not like my Ethos, sent it down the road. Just like the original 12-gauge Ethos, the new 20-gauge is a winner. The only listed Ethos hardware options at the moment are just For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. No help for the safety, however, which is a dinky button behind the trigger guard and excessively stiff at that. remain current: Performance The heavy trigger, heavy safety and heavy price all combine to make the Ethos a lackluster shotgun, not comparing favorably to Benelli's own M2 and Vinci as a general hunting shotguns, both which retail for $500 - $600 less and are a lot more fun to shoot. The 28-gauge shotgun is relatively rare in comparison to 12- and 20-gauges, which tend to see the bulk of field use, and ammo can sometimes be difficult to find. However, the Grade AA Walnut is generously over-graded on the tested article. I own the a400 xplor. Talk about 20 28 gauge & .410 bore shotguns here. by codym Thu Feb 12, 2015 8:48 pm, Post I'm in the same boat as you, I need a 12 ga. backup/turkey gun and I want it with a 24' barrel. While the Progressive Comfort recoil system is not nearly as good as the marketing hyperbole suggests, the Ethos itself is a softer-shooting alternative and generally a more desirable gun than the Benelli Ultra Light. I like the classic look of the Montefeltro vs the Beretta. It is the same gun, the same action and the same features, either way. Benelli does make a nice shotgun though, no doubt about that. My Benelli Ultra Light comes in at 4.9lbs unloaded amd is a breeze to carry in the field. Picked up my A400 yesterday! no unwanted weight to the back end. an interchangeable rib sounds good, but they aren't available and the Benelli, for some inexplicable reason, still puts a center bead on hunting guns. 6) they are ugly, and 7) they don't do well with light loads, In the Ethos, The Ethos promised to cycle 7/8 ounce loads, which I'd never use out of a 12 gauge hunting gun. All Rights Reserved. You are using an out of date browser. by msalm April 18th, 2021, 9:15 pm, Post The general problems #1. The stock is walnut and attractive, with well-cut checkering. has been improved, no question, although shooting 7/8 oz. It is a better-looking alternative, as well, by most standards. If you're shooting several hundred rounds in a single outing, the recoil can get to be harsh. Debuting at the 2016 SHOT Show, the Ethos 28-gauge was an expansion of the manufacturers already popular Ethos shotgun line, which included 12- and 20-gauge models. Franchi Affinity 3 Upland What Gauge to get? In my specific case, the Ethos fit well right out of the box, there are the usual drop / cast stock shims included and according to the good folks at Benelli the length of the buttstock can be adjusted by moving the Progressive Comfort unit out from the butt a bit. I know this is a old post but for those of you curious its apples and oranges I have both and the ethos shoots better less recoil smoother trigger and you come down quicker and on birds lots faster , you can hardly feel it kick a buddy of mine shot it and had one the next month. ARCHIVE: Previous Listings SOLD/OLD/GONE. After we approached, Scott had one of the Labs we were hunting with move in to flush the bird. You can look for a Legacy in 28ga as well. Winchester "Super Speed" promo loads with no malfunctions at all. just as it was in the Vinci. Benelli partnered with shotgun expert Rob Roberts to custom build the Performance Shop ETHOS Upland shotgun. In a rush of commotion, the pheasant flushed from the grass and made a beeline to the left. I had a super 90 a couple years back that I wasn't super fond of as far as fit was concerned, but it was very reliable. I currently own just the 12/26 in the ultralight line. What are you thoughts on each gun? Thats why Benelli worked with Fiocchi to develop some 3-inch high-velocity field loads. As it turns out, though, the Ethos has I am partial to my A400, I'm not sure if you can hit the $1500 price point. Most of the How loud is a 28 gauge compared to a 20 ? Most people can't figure out how to shoot light guns, or they "don't understand why 12ga shells are bigger but 28ga cost more". And, IMO, it's a better looking gun. by tailcracken pointer Sun Aug 28, 2016 8:27 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. Light little booger! Light, high build-quality, innovative design (easy breakdown and cleaning) and, yes, beautiful wood. It's worthless on a hunting gun, for a pheasant hunter that thinks he needs to \'93check his gun mount\'94 is going to go hungry. Your IP: modular Vinci approach where a new buttstock (pistol grip), extra pads, Benelli ; Montefeltro vs. UltraLight 20ga question Montefeltro vs. UltraLight 20ga question. revealed itself to be a hard gun to love, and the "Progressive Comfort JavaScript is disabled. But all of my Benellis have been 100% reliable with light loads. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. loads. 870 12ga of a browning citori, those browning are incledibly good handling if they are a touch heavy. Benelli 12ga Montefeltro (2011 to current production) . It also features an enlarged bolt release, an outward-angled cartridge drop lever and an ergonomic trigger guard and safety for gloved users. Clean, reliable, and adjustment-free, the Inertia Driven system cycles light field loads up to 3" magnums. The Ethos wood is quite pleasant, but not at all breathtaking or deserving of a AA rating. The bird (my third from this one pass) dropped immediately, shedding some feathers on its way down. It looked to me like Benelli has essentially killed off at least At $2,199 the Ethos 20-gauge isn't cheap, but it's certainly . by msalm April 18th, 2021, 8:39 am, Post I don't have anywhere close to me that deals benelli's so i'm sort of flying blind. Your own eyes can be the judge of that. Other than that it is the same as the regular L that goes for $1100-1200 so I thought that was a heck of a deal. He is an avid upland bird and waterfowl hunter, but his firearm interests vary from modern tactical guns like the AR-15 to classic historical and military surplus firearms as well. Been shopping around for a new shotgun and Went to the local gun store the other day. by toasty April 19th, 2021, 12:18 pm, Post If you damage the rib, it is easy to replace Tried and True The Ethos uses the same Crio choke tubes found on other Benelli shotguns, which Ive always found to be very good. In addition to being incredibly stylish, much of the Ethos design is also highly functional. The gun utilizes the same great Progressive Comfort recoil reduction system found on previous Ethos models, which makes for easier follow-up shots. a higher capacity tubular magazine are all wallet-flatteners, if you can Ultra Light Starting Price: $1,669 View Product Family. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. Both are fine guns, the beretta is prettier, but I like the weight of the 28ga UL better for hunting, but shot the xplor very well for clays becuase of the increased weight and a little longer barrel. But more on the new Fiocchi shells later. It was also a perfect complement to the classy upland gear provided by Banded for our hunt. It also only came with 2 chokes, no fiber optic sight and the receiver is just regular steel instead of case hardened. Ultra-reliable Inertia Driven system Featherweight alloy receiver Lighter magazine tube Super-strong, super-light carbon fiber rib Crio barrel and choke tubes Inertia-Driven System My kids have two Ultra Lights, I had an Ethos, I like the Ultra Lights, did not like my Ethos, sent it down the road. The Ultra Light Upland Semi-Auto Shotgun, from the Benelli . Talk about light and handy! The bolt release button is now a bit more generous rectangular affair, another slight modification that I'd call an improvement. At the time, I was able to purchase it for just over $1300 so it may be at the top edge of your budget. Weight: 5.3 lbs. If you ever strip one down, examine the few parts and you will wonder how they can be so expensive, The God who gave us life, gave us liberty at the same time. The ethos being the exception. ARCHIVED; Posted: 10/9/2022 2:25:22 PM EST . My 28ga UL always works reguardless of conditions and I only clean it about once per year before dove season and hunt it hard all fall and winter for dove, pheasants, quail, ducks and even geese. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. Description. the Vinci) can benefit from better shell handling, a bit larger bolt release, Have you thought of going to a 20 ga? of number two. Benelli 12ga Vinci. Truly impressive for a 28-gauge. It does the same for some By comparison, this Benelli is simpler, far stronger, and has better shot capacity. With the basic Ethos You must log in or register to reply here. As felt recoil in hunting guns and the ability to cycle light loads is part of the promise of the Ethos, a Remington Versa Max was shot alongside both the Ethos and the Vinci. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. I shot mine all duck season w/o cleaning it. Buy Patternmaster Code Black Goose Choke 12ga Benelli/Beretta, Bronze - 5373 : GunBroker is the largest seller of Shotgun Chokes Shotgun Parts Gun Parts All: 965919930 . You might expand your thinking and searching to include older guns, just a thought. I'm not sure which one I'd go for. Either one you won't go wrong. It is also lighter and faster handling. by pacecars April 17th, 2021, 8:41 pm, Post What precisely all Ultra Lights will cycle with as a minimum I really can't say. Length of Pull: 14 3/8 in. Weighing just a touch more than 5 pounds, its a real treat to carry all day through the field. more commentary than anything else in the category, even though the Benelli I have a Benelli Super Eagle from about 1997 give or take that I like and do not NEED a new one but I do want one. Including the 28ga. I have shot the xplor 28ga once. I love both of my 12 and 20 gauge benelli ethos. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. eight of their current models. 2014 by Randy Wakeman. Works, does everything it is supposed to do but just didn't like it. It can certainly hold its own against the 12-, 16- and 20-gauges in the pheasant fields when using those 3-inch Fiocchi high-velocity loads. Thomas Jefferson. Copyright 2014 by Randy Wakeman. The beretta gas system is supposed to be different than previous models & it's supposed to cycle even dirty. I saw other writers knock down pheasants at distances approaching 60 yards, and I myself dropped one at what Id estimate as close to 50 yards. Beretta is the oldest gunmaker in the world & they also own Benelli so both are top quality companies. BADThe retail price points of $2200 and $2000 open up many other options Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. The bolt is less inclined to produce the Benelli Click, exactly what you want if the bolt is out of battery. I always thought the SX3 was on the lighter side for a 12ga. I did not buy either but leaning towards the Monty. Actually, the easiest, smoothest loading shotgun of the three was the Benelli Vinci, though none were difficult. The notion of Click to reveal However, just as assembled out of the box, the 26 inch barrel Ethos weighs 6 pounds, 7 ounces via calibrated electronic scale. So does the extra quarter inch matter? Benelli Ethos or Montefeltro by Hotchkiss Fri Feb 13, 2015 2:43 am Well I went to get an Ethos with 26 inch barrell and picked up the Montefeltro. The one caveat to this, of course, is that you have to have an ammo manufacturer that produces 3-inch 28-gauge shells, and at the time, none of the major manufacturers had been. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Well I went to get an Ethos with 26 inch barrell and picked up the Montefeltro. This design has proven itself as inherently reliable over the years, and it certainly did so again during the course of our hunt. Apr 9, 2021. Cloudflare Ray ID: 78bb83a81f9990bb Have you looked at the ultra light? The plastic case in which the Ethos is supplied is an upgrade, with at least a small amount of padding and studier construction than the Vinci box. I have a bunch of shotguns but the only one that gets any real time in the field is my Browning A-5 Sweet Sixteen which was somebody else's before it became mine. See: http://randywakeman.com/ReviewBenelliEthos12GaugeAutoloader.htm loads. Both have 28 inch barrels and the Benelli has a 3" chamber (not sure why you need that in a 28 ga since Fiochi is the only one making the shells and no one has any) This is going to be for Turkey, ducks, squirrels so . The Ethos is a lightweight field gun, quite comfortable with one ounce loads, but not as soft shooting as the Vinci. Click to reveal The Benelli Vinci is more comfortable to shoot than the Ethos. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. The Ethos is a light gun, very light for a 12 gauge, and only a quarter pound heavier than the shorter-barreled (24 inch) Benelli Ultra Light 12 gauge. UGLYThe Ethos begs to be offered in 20 gauge, where loading difficulty is This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Last fall I sold my tricked out Berettas and bought the new V3 Remington. GOODThe shell-handling, particularly the ease of unloading has been improved, Sport Shotgun Starting Price $2,439, Vinci Last year I handled multiple versions of the benelli and beretta 20 gauge autos and I went with the Montefeltro. a better magazine cap, and absolutely certain reliability with at least You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. The Vinci still loads more smoothly. I have narrowed down my choices for a semi auto 28 gauge to the Beretta A400 Xplor and the Benelli Ethos Cordoba with the BeST finish. by 2nd100 April 10th, 2021, 7:58 pm, Post Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here! by Twodogs April 9th, 2021, 6:30 pm, Post However, if what I experienced during the fabulous hunt at Pheasant Bonanza is any indication, the Ethos 28-gauge has a huge potential for success with upland hunters. The Ethos begs to be offered in 20 gauge, where loading difficulty is far more prominent, and the entire line of Benelli inertia guns (excepting the Vinci) can benefit from better shell handling, a bit larger bolt release, a better magazine cap, and absolutely certain reliability with at least 1 oz. as a hunting IMO this is an unbelievable and innovative shotgun that has not gotten the press it deserves. by PawleysJim May 1st, 2021, 5:23 pm, Post The shotgun with the best factory trigger was the Vinci, with the Ethos trigger excessively heavy by comparison. Behind her was Fox, another GSP, also locked up and honoring Heidis point. I have a Montefeltro. So, in short, the gun definitely has what it takes to get the job done. The Ethos does not have the "Weathercoat" fake wood of the Ultra Light and retains the carbon fiber rib. But I have had an ethos in 12ga. Might as well order that right away too! all of these issues have attempted to be addressed with the exception not been dramatically reduced with the Progressive Comfort Benelli 12ga Ultra Light. Both are great guns & you won't go wrong with either one. Functioned flawless. If you get the ethos, report back on your findings. Nova / SuperNova Series. by pacecars May 2nd, 2021, 9:06 am, Post Then I heard about and finally handled one of their new 4LS auto-loading shotguns. After researching and reading numerous incredibly positive reviews by gun "experts", I purchased a Grey Hunter. by toasty April 18th, 2021, 4:00 pm, Post It was the perfect shot opportunity for me, and I quickly shouldered my gun, drew down on the bird and shot, making sure to swing through. My experience thus far has been great and it should be on your "must see" list before you settle for something elseI'm glad I did. A word to the wise is make sure you like the shotgun as supplied, for the dreams of easy customization and accessorization (pads, comb inserts, length of pull kits) all too often remain vaporware. THE Borrowed my dads when i returned home for a visit and was nailing them left and right. While this graceful design may keep avid waterfowl hunters from tossing the Ethos in their duck blind, the guns svelte feel and sophisticated appearance are perfectly suited for upland hunters. I have a mossberg 500, and a Stoeger 3000. Nevertheless, it is worthy of being called a slight improvement, as well, for some folks are obsessed with minimalist reloads. While the Ethos discards the inline action of the Vinci, Continue with Recommended Cookies. Swarovski ATC 17-40x56mm Spotting Scope Review. sell. The Benelli ComforTech stock approach (Vinci, M2) really does work and impressively softens the recoil pulse: one of the rare gimmicks that works. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Benellis seem either obsolete, pricey, or ugly. Is the Benelli worth the extra $400 over the Beretta? Any inertia gun fires just like a fixed breech gun, there is nothing there to attenuate recoil. by msalm April 22nd, 2021, 11:50 am, Post The o/u is a blast on clays too! Introducing the Benelli Ethos Shotgun - YouTube 0:00 / 3:57 Introducing the Benelli Ethos Shotgun Guns & Ammo 58.5K subscribers Subscribe 181K views 9 years ago Guns & Ammo contribitor. -Aristotle, The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Save my name and email to use for future comments. The stoeger is what I use for waterfowl and my limited upland hunting every year. It didnt take much of the Labs lumbering antics for the bird to decide it was time to get out of Dodge. I handled a UL 28ga. In the felt recoil department, there was no doubt. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. find them. Benelli made a bold decision by bringing out a 28-gauge model of its Ethos shotgun, especially with a 3-inch chamber. There is a limit as to what can be done with light field guns and springy stock things, of course. Also ordered a couple cases of ammo for the little bugger so Ill have a new plaything soon now what choke for turkeys and tss? Ultra-reliable Inertia Driven system Featherweight alloy receiver Lighter magazine tube Super-strong, super-light carbon fiber rib Crio barrel and choke tubes document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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