Nelli Girl

Both guns will shoot 3 1/2" shells of all kinds. That's why the original SBE became the gun of choice for so many waterfowlers when it was first introduced.

There is NO Super Black Eagle III and as far as any minor problems there are none. This rumor is probably being spread by one of our competitor's reps.

Sorry, not this year.

That is correct.

Interesting. The Cordoba sounds like a field version of the SS or kinda like a M2. I was wondering when we were gonna see a Crio in the Monte. Thanks for the post Nelli girl, good read. Drundel, You may be confusing the Crio with the ComforTech. They are two separate systems. The Crio system being the cryogenically frozen barrel and lengthened CrioChokes. ComforTech being the stock system that reduces recoil and muzzle climb. There will be a newly styled Monte this year that will have the Crio System but since the Monte only comes in wood it is not possible to have the ComforTech System. If you like the long slender fore-end of the Monte the closest thing with a synthetic stock would be the new Cordoba (it has both systems). One of my favorite guns in the Benelli line is the Monte. I've had one for almost 15 years but after shooting thousands of dove in Cordoba, Argentina with a Cordoba prototype my new favorite is the new Cordoba. It doubles as a great sporting clays gun as well. Cross-trainers aren't just for sneakers anymore! Thanks, Nelli Girl [ 12-29-2004, 06:32 AM: Message edited by: Nelli Girl ]

Mudhen, If we have been quite it is only because we are very busy working on the 2005 catalogs, web updates, etc. It's just that busy time of year. There are no legal issues it's just that it would be a full-time job to answer all the forum questions. The forums are meant more for Benelli USA enthusiasts to have a place to talk about their personal experiences. So, if we seem to be quite it's not on purpose. Also, if you have specific questions that you would like an answer from someone at Benelli it is best to email or call our customer service. The reason why it is harder to be a Benelli dealer than a Beretta dealer is because unlike almost all gun companies (Beretta included) we do not sell our firearms to someone just because they have an FFL. Our dealers go through extensive background checks and must be a store front/stocking dealer. Our dealers are truly "Authorized" dealers beacause we only sell dealer-direct. Our dealers are the cream of the crop. Also, we have an entirely different sales force than Beretta. Therefore, no Beretta Sales Rep has anything to do with what dealers get to sell our guns. Think of it this way: We are separate companies and competitors. The only difference is we are owned by the same company. As far as the dealers go . . . usually the only dealers that complain to us are the ones that we won't allow to sell our product. Thanks, Nelli Girl

Here are some of the new products that I can tell you about: R1 in .300 WSM and .270 WSM Nova Field & Slug Combo, slug barrel is a fully rifled barrel with cantilever mounting system. Cordoba, which is a sporting clays/hunting gun crosstrainer. Same as the SuperSport but with black synthetic stock, matte finished metal and black matte extended choke tubes. Jim Carmichel of Outdoor Life had some input on this one after hunting with us down in Cordoba, Argentina with the SuperSport. M2 Tactical M2 Tactical with ComforTech Newly styled Montefeltro with the Crio System (12-ga, 20-ga and Lefty12-ga) Newly styled Legacy with the Crio System (12-ga, 20-ga) SBE II with SteadyGrip M2 with SteadyGrip And there are more and there will also be new product releases midyear. As soon as we can get our catalogs to the printer we will update the website. Hang in there, we are doing our best. Thanks and have a Happy New Year! Nelli Girl

Dear Mudhen, Thank you for your comments. Your information is incorrect. First of all, Benelli is owned by Beretta Holdings not Beretta which is entirely different. Secondly, the Xtrema2 was Beretta's answer to the SBEII with ComforTech because they were loosing major market share. In my opinion the SBE is a superior gun to the Xtrema as far as reliability, balance, weight and now with the ComforTech system, recoil and muzzle climb as well. But that's just my opinion and you are welcome to yours. As for their new hydraulic "Kick-Off" system it is much more complicated than the Benelli "ComforTech" system. It adds weight and has moving parts that are more likely to malfunction. Similar to the differences between their gas operating system and our superior Inertia Driven system. Thirdly, the idea of Benelli being phased out to Beretta is just silly. Benelli sells more semi-autos by far than Beretta and as far as marketing goes Benelli has a better name in the semi-auto market so why would Beretta Holdings phase-out one of their flagship lines? Lastly, Benelli is coming out with several new products this year and they will be posted on the website shortly. Thanks for your interest, Nelli Girl [ 12-27-2004, 08:17 AM: Message edited by: Nelli Girl ]

cdog44, Contact customer service at 301-283-6981. They'll be more than happy to give you the information you're requesting. Nelli Girl

Chris, I suggest that you contact the NRA - specifically the Institute for Legislative Action (ILA). They are well versed on the gun laws of the U.S. The grass roots hotline number is 800-392-8683 as posted on their web site (http://www.nraila.org). ILA publishes lots of valuable information. Good Luck, Nelli Girl

FORUM READERS: This issue is serious enough to recommend that you refer to www.atf.gov to clarify any questions regarding the modification of the Benelli M1014/M4. Nelli Girl

You may want to check out www.stoegerpublishing.com. They have fantastic cookbooks: Wild about Game Birds and Wild about Waterfowl, and more! UMMMM! Nelli Girl [ 10-15-2004, 08:45 AM: Message edited by: Nelli Girl ]

-Maggietheduckdog07, I suggest you check out www.stoegerpublishing.com. Stoeger Publishing has come put with a few books that may interest you: LABRADOR RETREIVERS An Owner's Companion and Hounds of The World. Enjoy! Nelli Girl

- GeeseM2 I suggest that you check out www.stoegerpublishing.com or click the link at the top of the FORUMS page and go to the cookbook section. They have wonderful books (Wild about Game Birds and Wild about Waterfowl) that address your question about game bids. Bon Apetit! Nelli Girl [ 10-15-2004, 08:34 AM: Message edited by: Nelli Girl ]

Hello Leon DeGamme, I suggest that you contact the Institute for Legislative Action (ILA) at the NRA. Perhaps they have information on laws for your specific location. If not, I bet they can point you in the right direction. Nelli Girl

Yes, if you filled out a catalog request, your catalog will be mailed to you.

Turkey Calln: I suggest you go to www.stoegerpublishing.com and check out the book named Wild About Game Birds Cookbook. Bon Apetit!

Hugh, The catalogs are now shipping. In the mean time, if there is any particular information you need, please visit the website at www.benelliusa.com.

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Benelli Southpaw, Check out www.stoegerpublishing.com. You will find many fine cookbooks for game. One in particular that may interest you is Wild About Venison. Bon Appetit!

Benelli Southpaw, There is a terrific book on the Stoeger Publishing web site named Wild about Venison. Check it out! www.stoegerpublishing.com Bon appetit!

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Nick, An excellent source for this type of information is the Stoeger Publishing website (http://www.stoegerpublishing.com). Do a search for a book named GUN TRADER'S GUIDE 25TH EDITION. Good Luck!

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