Double_wield

James00 - PM sent BTW - are these particularly preferred over the 8-shot model? [ 06-01-2006, 12:11 AM: Message edited by: Double_wield ]

doubletap - Nice. Were did you get that QD rear sling loop attachement?

Received a call from the dealer today regarding my order, but didn't get home until after closing time, so I'll have to call back tomorrow to see if my number has finally come up. Fingers crossed... UPDATE: #11707 in the house. It's worth noting that the bbl. is of the 2-port variety, & is threaded for swapping chokes. It comes NIB w/ a modified choke, I believe. [ 12-23-2005, 02:04 PM: Message edited by: Double_wield ]

I was informed back in Sept. that they should arrive by Nov. Well, I'm still waiting after 1 yr + 2 mos (& counting).

I've had 2 on order since Sept '04 (w/ 50% pre-paid). Dealer recently informed me that a rep. informed them they should take delivery sometime this month. Realistically, this probably means they'll arrive sometime early next year. Or not. I'll certainly post when I receive them. I'm particularly keen on testing to see whether or not the "low-recoil" bbl. config. carrier breaking-problem has been remedied, as I've been told it was. We shall see. [ 11-13-2005, 03:14 AM: Message edited by: Double_wield ]

Honestly, I didn't ask for specifics (& I should have ). They're apparently aware of the issue, as I didn't have to explain it to the CS girl on the phone. I may call them again to get clarification, but I'd bet they probably don't know any specifics. Maybe they were just given a line to read. Assuming my guy at the fun shop was on the up, I'll be inspecting the bbl. personally in a few weeks when I take receipt (No-hold-U-breath). I think stevenb has a 4-port w/ retrofit parts, & his has been running fine. Along this line, I'm going to guess that the retrofit has become SOP back at the factory. This would make sense for obvious reasons, not the least of which is the added associated costs for non-productive labor (ie. repair in lieu of production) to handle the problem. I'm only guessing, though. Ultimately, if the fix works, then it's all good, AFAIC'd.

I spoke w/ CS today about this issue. The word given was that the newest batch coming off the boat are remedied of the problem. My order has been in a holding pattern for ~1 yr, & I only recently received word from the fun shop that a Benelli rep. came by & apparently echoed the news about the problem being fixed; also told them they should receive order shipment sometime this coming Nov. It'll be interesting to see how this all pans out. I'll follow up when I finally have them directly in hand. [ 10-14-2005, 06:36 PM: Message edited by: Double_wield ]

Personally, the side rails could be 75% of their illustrated length & still provide plenty of mounting room. That would reduce rail support issues. I'm not seeing how anything would need to be mounted that far forward - lights, lasers, whatever - on any of the rails. I keep stuff from extending beyond the end of the handguards on anything I put on rail mounts. Too front-end heavy otherwise.

Oh Mother Mary. Get the facts from the maker. Want to be able to change bbl. chokes? Get the M4S90 (any serial # model). Want to add a telestock? Get the #11707 M4S90. Want to believe the hype? Get the M1014. Call or email Benelli customer service. Only way to be sure.

Looks good thus far. Here's a vote for keeping the rail the same length as the foreend. I can't imagine needing any more top rail space than out to the edge of the foreend. Adds more weight for no real benefit at all, that I can see. IOW's - the target render is right on the $$$.

Steven, That Surecycle requires heating of the receiver to remove & replace the stock recoil tube housing. You sure you want to do that? Is it really an upgrade? I have on good authority that the issue M1014's are impressing users in the sandbox in stock trim.

I'd hit it! Count me in as a buyer if it goes through. I agree that the lower should be polymer to reduce weight. Also, the lower rail should be removable like the side rails, rather than a permanent part of the HG mold. All the rails, save for the top, should be removable, IMO. Hex screws would also be nice, & more secure. The side saddle carrier rail interface is a welcome feature. Current offerings leave alot to be desired, IMO. [ 05-06-2005, 03:05 PM: Message edited by: Double_wield ]

Talk about de-evolution...

The M1 doesn't employ a gas operation. Hence, you normally wouldn't experience a gas leak. Different story w/ the M4S90. I've read a report from someone who actually dropped $$$ for it & they were non-plussed for the aformentioned reasons. It's your money, but I'd either go w/ the Sidearmor rail, or wait for Surefire to release theirs.

I find it interesting that they state it's adjustable for 3 length settings. Must have changed it in response to user comments.