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Hey guys, finally worked out all the details on this, I will be moving ahead on it. Target price will be between 150-180USD. CNC machined, black nitride finish for sure, possibly cerekote also if tolerances allow for it. I’ll be updating this page as progress moves along, I’m probably around 2-3 months out. www.rxarms.com if u would like to notified when it is in stock.

Polymer trigger guard is actually more impact resistant than the aluminum.

Not all of them will have issues, definitely don’t give up on it before you even have it. I will say this, holding a brand spanking new M4 in your hand is an experience like no other. A used older one is great obviously, but a new one is a beautiful thing.

Nitride will be happening, but in addition to nitride, I also may Cerekote it. (so both is a possibility). However, nitride does provide a better lubicity surface, which may be more suitable for this recoil tube. It will be more of a black shade though, darker than the current greyish OEM.

Cool! I'd probably side with the nitride over the cerakote.

When’s magazine caps coming into stock ?

Great price point!

If I have an opportunity to wear camo clothing, I won't miss it because, for me, it looks pretty cool, and I'd like to wear it more often than just when I hunt.

Just in case you don't know, the original HK era M3 folders differs from regular model in that the stock locks on the rear sight. Only the originals will do that (see the top one in the folded position in my picture below). If I am not mistaken, the sights are in a slightly different place so it isn't as easy as swapping that too. It has been a while since I thought about that so that last part may not be accurate, but I know the first part is. Also, I've heard the newer production M3's are supposed to have a different stock arrangement than the originals did. I know there's someone on here who has both an old and new type. Maybe they'll chime in. Put another way, for some reason these have not jumped in value like guns with similar technology of semi-auto and pump such as the Franchi SPAS-12 and SPAS-15. You'd be time, and most likely money, well spent just to be patient and buy a complete gun. It should also already have the extended magazine. I will say that in use, the M3 is functionally better than either of the Franchi offerings (though who doesn't love the iconic look of a SPAS-12). Be aware regarding the BATFE statement about changing an existing gun into certain configurations: A shotgun with a telescoping stock or a magazine greater than 5 rounds is prohibited from importation into the United States under the provisions of section 925(d)(3) of Title 18, United states code (U.S.C.). Assembly of such a shotgun from imported parts is prohibited under 18, U.S.C. Section 922(r). The implementing regulations in Title 27, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 478, Section 478.39 (formerly Part 178, Section 178.39) prohibit assembly of such a shotgun that contains more than 10 of the imported parts listed in paragraph (c) of the regulation. In the picture above, the top one has a mag tube clamp that gives it a picatinny rail. The bottom one is the original configuration. They do come up periodically on Gunbroker and other websites. There is one available now, but it is way over-priced. Even during COVID panic they rarely got above $3k. I really don't understand why these didn't increase as much. https://www.gunbroker.com/item/929628952 I use GB a lot, and it is where I bought both mine (in 2013 and 2014). I'll put search links below. If you are a GB member, you can run this search and then save it and check the box where it will alert you when one comes up for sale. This is very handy for a gun that only sells one every few months. Using the search term Benelli M3 Folding: https://www.gunbroker.com/Shotguns/search?Keywords=Benelli M3 folding&Condition=3&Sort=13&PageSize=96 Using the search term Benelli M3 Folder: https://www.gunbroker.com/All/search?Keywords=Benelli M3 folder&Condition=3&Sort=13&PageSize=96

I have a 11715 and the polymer trigger guard is fine, it's plenty tough. I put an A&S on mine, not because the OEM was poly but for the recessed loading ramp. I am certain you're gonna love the gun, give it a shot (or 100).

I waited a long time for my LE model 11715 and haven’t taken a close look at it yet. Ugggh

Don't give up on it before you get it! I'd at least shoot it first, I bet you'll like it, give it a chance, man.

pm me , can take care of that no problem for you, I first went half stipple, and the full stipple is superior for function and aesthetic imho

Cool solution to adding the notch for a driver. That’s one of those things that Benelli should have developed into the part. You’re correct about the spring washer orientation. You build four compression springs when assembling them. So they look like this stacked: ( ) ( ) ( ) ( )

You're right - with any other O/U the only way to loosen it up was to shoot it - a lot. However - The 828U is a bit different than any other previous O/U. Opening the firearm does not cock the gun, that's now done with the opening lever. There is no linkage between the fore end and the triggers. The fore end cover is purely cosmetic. Benelli advertises that it's adjustable - so - I was hoping someone may have one and had made an adjustment.