W. Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 New Guy Here: First Post I have the opportunity to by an '03 SBE in shadowgrass with the high rib for $700 that includes 2 aftermarket chokes. Is that a deal? I have had an SBE II in my dreams for 3 months, if I settle for the SBE and save $700 will I ever regret it? Is there that much difference? I can add a sure cycle to an SBE, recoil has never been an issue with me, air touch, and comfo tech I could take or leave, so all that is left is the Crio stuff what do you guys think? Help!!!!1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tucker301 Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Buy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coltchris Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Agree with Tucker. BUY IT!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HavocTec Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Buy it!, The SBE2 is awesome - but you can always turn the SBE in the future at that price and not be out very much. Both models will make you happy and you walk away with $700 you did not spend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavy4x4 Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 If you haven't guessed by now, you should buy it! I bought a new SBE in synthetic stock a month or so ago for $1000w/tax. I thought that was a good deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tank Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 I paid 1000 for my black syn. in 01 or 02. I like my sbe and don't plan to up date to the sbe 11. I see no reason to do so. I would pick the sbe over the sbe11 today, but that's just me. Saying that, well you be satisfied with the sbe? tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1014 Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 BUY , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallhanger54 Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 Yup, I agree. Buy the SBE but forget the Surely-wont-cycle. Found that they aint worth a flyin fart. Just because something is aftermarket doesnt mean its better. Some things are...this one isnt. In my experience, the factory assembly is by far better. Just take care of it, love it, oil it (oil on a Benelli is love) and go shoot the devil out of it and have fun. Mine is 10 years old, all factory original parts and has never failed me. Enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W. Posted April 8, 2005 Author Share Posted April 8, 2005 The deal on the $700 dollar gun fell through. I was able to find a SBE I for $800 even(all black, low rib, 4 yrs old, with 24" barrel) I'm picking it up on Saturday. This will be my first BENELLI! Is this still a good deal? What's the advantages / disadvantages of low rib VS high rib? Thanks for your help guys W. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tucker301 Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 I wouldn't give $800 for a 4 yr. old. Look around on these websites for a better deal. gunbroker.com auctionarms.com gunsamerica.com Buying a gun 'online' is easier than you may have thought is is. Gunbroker gives links to FFL's in your area who will do the transfer for you. I saw a New DU edition on there for $875. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudhen Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 I can buy a NIB black SBE for $950 in my area. Comes with a 5 year warranty. They are starting to run out though. 24" bbl is usually the lowest priced SBE. I'd buy a black SBE II for $1159 before I'd buy a 4 y.o. for $800, but that's just my take... mudhen - CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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