2005 Benelli

[turkey]

Does anyone know when Benelli comes out with the new models etc.? I've read and participated in a lot of posts regarding the SBEII. It is my understanding that this was the first year for the S.B.E.II. I am new to benelli. I have always heard that they were the best. I had been saving to buy a new turkey gun (Browning Gold probably) when a friend told me about the S.B.E.. I then researched the S.B.E.II and kind of got the fever for one. As I mentioned in another post I could not find one that was in very good shape. I've read several posts and heard of many concerns (ie; recoil pads comming off, finish,). I realize that problems often surface during the first year of a product's existance. I am curious as to how Benelli will address those concerns and to see if there are any changes in the 2005 models. If so I will wait til the 05's come out.

[Drundel]

I wouldn't count on any new guns from Benelli this year. Last year by this time there were solid rumors about the SBE2 and M2, I haven't seen anything so far this year.

[Butter Bean]

I know they are coming out with a n ew version of the SteadyGrip turkey gun in both the SBEII and the M2. If you are looking for a turkey sole purpose gun you can't beat it. But you can also get a regular field stock to attach for other hunting. I have one of the original M1 w/ SteadyGrip and I really like it. It's hard to explain why that grip makes a difference but it does.

 

[ 12-26-2004, 09:28 PM: Message edited by: Butter Bean ]

[mudhen]

From what I have heard, much of Beretta's (Benelli parent) marketing is going to be focused on the Xtrema II and other Beretta products. Sales on Beretta products are just so strong.

 

The Xtrema II is essentially a pure Benelli product with Beretta's very solid marketing features.

 

I am guessing this is the beginning of the end of Benelli. I would expect to see Benelli phased out by 2010. I am sure it will remain embedded in the Beretta line though.

 

Expect little new from Benelli from here on out.

 

mudhen - CA

[crazyhair]

a comfort stock nova would be cool

[turkey]

Nelli Girl:

 

Are you at liberty to comment on the original post? When do the new models get announced? Will there be any changes to the S.B.E. II?

[turkey]

Thanks

[mudhen]

Hi Nelli Girl,

 

Let me tell you how great it is to get a reply from someone who actually works for Benelli and is allowed to talk!

 

You guys have been suspiciously quiet on this board lately, which is too bad. I am sure you are under some legal obligation to limit your replies, but it still is unfortunate that your participation is so severly limited.

 

My information comes from via a manufacturer's rep group that represents Beretta Holdings companies. As you well know, in some areas, like here out west, the rep group decides what dealer gets to carry what Beretta Holdings product.

 

They give many reasons for why a particular dealer can or cannot carry a given line. While they dole out Beretta to everyone, they are far more selective on who gets Benelli. Their reasons involve matters of inventory levels, fair trade, etc.

 

Given that everyone has Beretta, and many are denied Benelli, the current buzz is that the new Beretta items like the X II are so revolutionary and functional that the dealers do not really need Benelli as badly as they think. Then they add in all the comments about how hard it is to get Benelli accessories versus Beretta, complaints about Benelli issues, etc.

 

Pretty hard to argue with a dealer in favor of Benelli when the there are so many factory options for Beretta products, like all the pre-fit Gel pads my dealer has in stock, and you can't get a new pad for a SBE II until May of 2005!!!

 

Add in that Benelli gets slammed here and in the field by every noodlehead that can't hold the gun firmly, and you have a recipe for this current Beretta love fest.

 

Just passing on the current buzz from the reps that market your product!! Gotta love sale reps......

 

My only question to you is; would you have replied on all the great new items if I had not passed on the info I have been hearing?......

 

mudhen - CA

[Drundel]

Originally posted by Nelli Girl:

Here are some of the new products that I can tell you about:

 

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.

 

Newly styled Montefeltro with the Crio System (12-ga, 20-ga and Lefty12-ga)

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.

[Irish]

 

 

[ 12-29-2004, 06:12 PM: Message edited by: Irish ]

[Irish]

Nelli Girl,

 

Does that mean that if a gun dealer isn't an authorized Benelli dealer he/she can't order Benelli firearms from a distributor?

[M1014]

oooooooooohhhhhhhhh,Nellie Girl,when you say "Tactical" it just sends shivers down my spine,,,,,,,,, ----M1014

[Irish]

Now I'm torn, buy the M1014 now or wait and see what the M2 Tactical looks like. I think I already know what you would suggest M1014, "Buy the M1014 then buy the M2 Tactical."

[M1014]

Originally posted by Irish:

Now I'm torn, buy the M1014 now or wait and see what the M2 Tactical looks like. I think I already know what you would suggest M1014, "Buy the M1014 then buy the M2 Tactical."

you're so right about me,I feel so transparent,,,I'm already starting to save my pennies and dimes,--------peace to you and a safe new year ))))))))))M1014((((((((((((((((((

 

[ 12-29-2004, 07:11 PM: Message edited by: M1014 ]

[tucker301]

Nelli,

Any chance of us southpaws getting a 20 ga. offering this year?

[Super 90]

Is the M1 tactical being discontinued for 2005?

 

When will the M2 tactical be available, and will it be priced the same as the M1?

 

[ 01-18-2005, 01:27 PM: Message edited by: Super 90 ]

[Irish]

Does anyone know when Benelli is expected to release the 2005 catalogue?

[TurkeyKrazy]

Turkey, I bought a Nova for 300.00 brand new. The steady grip gun was 1019.00.The Nova will perform just as well as any gun Benelli makes.It is a very rugged gun. I love it.

[Choclabman]

Beretta taking over the market share??? Please.

The M92 was a piece of crap when I was in the service. Jams and broke slides were the norm. You see 391's going down all the time at SC Tournaments with broke pistons and bent carriers.

The Xtrema I owned shot 10" left at 40 yards. Friggin Beretta said it was withing standards. 10" at 40 yards within standards????!!!! Kiss my hairy a--.

Beretta can keep the're products and market share.

 

On the other hand I have not had one single single problem with 2 SBE II's, a SuperSport, and 2 M1 20ga's that have been modified for my wife. I could not be happier with the products and the results.

 

 

What would I like to see in the future.

Extended choke tubes being the norm. They are easier to deal with, and I like the constriction being outside the barrel.

[Drundel]

Originally posted by BLKLABMAN:

Beretta taking over the market share??? Please.

The M92 was a piece of crap when I was in the service. Jams and broke slides were the norm. You see 391's going down all the time at SC Tournaments with broke pistons and bent carriers.

The Xtrema I owned shot 10" left at 40 yards. Friggin Beretta said it was withing standards. 10" at 40 yards within standards????!!!! Kiss my hairy a--.

Beretta can keep the're products and market share.

 

What would I like to see in the future.

Extended choke tubes being the norm. They are easier to deal with, and I like the constriction being outside the barrel.

M92 wasn't that bad, up until it hit 10k rounds, then I would chunk it. I thought the bent carriers was a bad run of 391? Mines going great.

 

But man, big ditto on the X2 chokes, honestly, flush chokes should have gone way of the lead shot for waterfowl. When I see someone shoot a 3.5 BBB load in a flush choke I cringe when they pull the trigger.

 

We need a trade in system for our flush chokes, I'll send back ALL of mine for my SBEII if I can be sent like 3 X2 chokes.

[Choclabman]

Originally posted by Drundel:

quote:

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Originally posted by BLKLABMAN:

Beretta taking over the market share??? Please.

The M92 was a piece of crap when I was in the service. Jams and broke slides were the norm. You see 391's going down all the time at SC Tournaments with broke pistons and bent carriers.

The Xtrema I owned shot 10" left at 40 yards. Friggin Beretta said it was withing standards. 10" at 40 yards within standards????!!!! Kiss my hairy a--.

Beretta can keep the're products and market share.

 

What would I like to see in the future.

Extended choke tubes being the norm. They are easier to deal with, and I like the constriction being outside the barrel.

M92 wasn't that bad, up until it hit 10k rounds, then I would chunk it. I thought the bent carriers was a bad run of 391? Mines going great.

 

But man, big ditto on the X2 chokes, honestly, flush chokes should have gone way of the lead shot for waterfowl. When I see someone shoot a 3.5 BBB load in a flush choke I cringe when they pull the trigger.

 

We need a trade in system for our flush chokes, I'll send back ALL of mine for my SBEII if I can be sent like 3 X2 chokes. Brad,

I am still seeing 391's go down at SC events with bent carriers, and messed up pistons. Maybe it is a bad batch. The 391 SC I traded to Hooch Bart was still going strong the last time I talked to him.

I do not however have any love for the M92. IMHO Its was/is the Worst of the worst. Jams, cracked slides, and broken parts were the norm out of the pistols we were issued. I simply have no use for the pistol.

I'm with you. I'll trade in everyone of my flush chokes for just 3 X2's.

. Bring on the X2 chokes !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!