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So I picked up my brand new shiny Montefeltro Silver yesterday. I go to assemble it and the forearm won't fully seat. I determine that the little plastic forend cap that sits between the wooden forearm and the spring knob is catching the metal that is supposed to neatly go through it. I try gently pushing, that didn't work, it just popped out the forend cap. So I remove the forend cap, take a file, and smooth out the jagged piece of plastic that's catching. I go to assemble and it all fits nicely. I don't worry to much about the forend cap because as long as it's seated it's filling it's purpose. However, because I am not good with even slight defects, I decide to scour the internet for the $15 replacement part. Everyone is out of stock with no backorder (thank you Benelli). I then notice that there is a scratch or crack on the forend near the spring knob. See photo. It looks like it's more a scratch and not a crack that goes through and through. Honestly, I cannot tell. So just for fun I go to see if spare forearms are available. All out of stock... I actually do think it's through and through, but it looks like it was sealed over? What would you do? Would you warranty it? Would you live with it barring some other failure? Returning the shotgun us not a convenient option. I got it from Buds online. I am not happy with the defect but I also hate doing RMAs because they can take forever. I just don't think this is acceptable.

I just purchased a Montefelto. The model number on the box was 10809 but in looking up most guns for sale they list the gun as Model 10869. Can anyone tell me what the difference is. Want to make sure I got the right gun. The sale price (new) was about a $100 less for the 10809.

My wife loves her 20 gauge Montefeltro, but it refuses to handle most 3 inch loads. anyone know something about this? My gunsmith is scratching his head.

Hi, Just purchased a Monte 20G short stock 24" (I'm a smaller stature shooter) and will be going duck hunting for the first time. Wanted to know if anyone can help me out with the following: 1. What size hevishot duck load should I use? I've been reading #4. 2. If I use hevishot, should I purchase an aftermarket choke? I've seen both Full and IC at Cabelas. Which one? Any other gear tips are greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance! C