DJMolter

Update on my Benelli Nova problem. I returned the gun to Gander Mountain in early January. They sent it back to Benelli, as it is still under warranty (purchased in October, 2008 as a turkey gun). I saved SEVEN misfired shells from the last time I used it (which was the third time overall). The Gander gunsmith told me they have sent "a bunch" of Benelli's back and many have not been returned, some of which were sent back as early as November. He also said that it is really hard to get hold of Benelli to check on the status of returned guns. So, here I sit without this shotgun, and Gander could give me no assurance that I would have any type of answer before my spring turkey hunt (starting 4/20/09). If I do not have a turkey gun to replace this one shortly expect Gander to replace it or allow me to buy an upgrade. If they do not cooperate, it will be the last time I will patronize Gander Mountain, besides doing whatever I need to do legally to address this. Fortunately, I will not need to hire an attorney, since I am one.

One other thing - when I last brought the Nova Pump back to Gander, the gunsmith then told me that he had been getting in a number of other Benelli guns with problems.

So far, I've only shot 2 3/4 inch shells.

Just purchased a Benelli Nova pump in October. First shot misfired on the first time I had it out. It misfired another 5 times or so - the pheasants were happy! Took it back to Gander Mt. - they said there was no problem with the gun. Second time out, misfired again. Third time out, 7 misfires - saved all the shells. It was obvious the firing pin was not striking the primer hard enough. Is still under warranty, but I have no confidence at all in this gun. Wish I had bought another Remington.