RED3171

Thanks for all the replies. I think what I'll do is just get a dedicated camo bird gun. Both of my shotguns are tactical types, and since I am just getting into bird hunting, I wanted to try it out with my Benelli. I'll save up my pennies and take a look at the M2 series or comparable. Thanks again! Red

Yes, I should update my question to what 28" barrel (with interchangeable chokes) would fit my M1014? The stock part is easy, I'm just not sure about what barrels will interchange. If it turns out I like bird hunting, I'll buy a dedicated bird gun, but until then I want to try to go this route.

Yes, in CA I need to limit the rounds to 3. But I'm more interested if I can put a barrel that has replaceable choke tubes on it.

What would it take to turn my tactical M1014 12 gauge into an upland bird and duck shotgun? I know I can change out the adjustable stock that it came with, but what barrel will work if I want to use IC, M, and F chokes for different types of hunting? Thanks, Red

Tacman, Thanks for the information. I'll look into the sling from CQB solutions. As far as the 2 shot extension, 4+1 will be fine I don't want to get the attention of Mr. Policeman. RED

M1014, I ended up taking one of my standard slings off of one of my AR-15's, and put it on. It's mounted off to the side of the stock due to the design, but it works. I also have a Giles tactical sling for my AR's, but I think I'll just stick with the standard on the Benelli. Did you end up putting the 2 shot mag tube extension on yours? Since I don't have the manual, I wasn't sure if you are supposed to replace the mag spring when you put the extension on. It seems the stock spring works fine. If you want to see the way I mounted the sling, I'll send you a digital photo. Let me know. RED3171

M1014, Thanks for the info. Do you use a sling on your shotgun? I'm trying to find one that fits the adjustable stock on the M1014. I'm not sure if they make one special for the stock. The barrel end looks standard. Thanks, RED

I just bought a used (20 rnds through it) M1014. It did not come with the instruction manual, but the previous owner is trying to find it. I'm trying to find out what choke is the factory barrel. Is it OK to use slugs with the barrel out to about 100 yards? How difficult is it to get a replacement 18" barrel with the removable choke system?