Advice on Benelli Supernova Tactical 14" + collapsible stock

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I've never owned a shotgun before, and I'm not much into shooting clays or hunting.
However, I am still a high volume shooter, that just doesn't like to invest in new firearms unless I plan to shoot them regularly (thus the absence of a shotgun, not enough time and money).

Lately, the thought of owning a shotgun just for kicks has been floating about in my mind (translation: more motivation to buy more non-restricted firearms due to change of political environment).
I also thought that a shorty shotgun would lead to comparatively less expenditure of time, money, and space, when compared to pistols and rifles. No urgency to buy accessories such as scopes, magazines, holsters/pouches, slings, bipods, etc.; ease of maintenance, and lower price compared to centre-fire rifles and pistols.

For me, the Benelli Supernova 14" seems to be a good choice. It'll definitely be a novelty gun for me with no real purpose; but I still want something precise and reliable to play with. I'll probably invest at least a thousand rounds to, break it in, assess its reliability, and familiarize myself with gun at various distances (sighting zeroes, shot patterns of various shot sizes, cartridge sizes, slugs).

So finally we get to my questions: To all you experienced Canadian Shotgunnutz, is the Benelli Supernova Tactical (with 14" barrel and Collapsible Stock) worth purchasing?
Because one of the things that concerns me is that there are at least SIX of these shotguns up for sale in the EE forums. Are there any ergonomic weaknesses, fit/finish issues, or irritating design flaws that makes people want to sell this particular gun shortly after purchasing it?

Thanks to all for reading and appreciate any advice!
 
I've owned several Benelli's, I have a M2, with HK markings. They are a quality shotgun, IMO certainly not an "entry" level shotgun, but if you can afford the cost, you will be well served. I don't have any experience on there "pump" actions, however there M2, M3, & M4 semi auto's are well respected, both in civilian and military circles. If the "price is right" well "buy once cry once" Good Luck.
 
I've handled one in the store and all reviews point to them being pretty awesome. Already have a Fabarm and Mossberg 14" so I probably won't go for this one.
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I also have a Fabarm that I prefer, but there is absolutely nothing wrong with Benelli Supernova with 14in barrel.
Few friends of mine have one, and it works very well, like Benelli should.

Your question perhaps might include Fabarm Martial Pro Forces 14, which is in my opinion only competitor to Benelli Supernova in Canadian market.

Study and examine both of these options and find out which one you like better.
 
I have one and I really like it. I just cleaned it last night. The barrel was really leaded up from shooting a crapload of slugs through it. All I could think of was shooting it again. (Oh, and wanting an M4!)
I was trying to decide between the Supernova Tactical and the 870 Magpul edition when I bought it. I still wonder if I made the right choice and might add the 870.
 
The only issue with these is you're getting to within striking distance of the money that will buy something like a Tacord custom or a decent semi.

Also, fixed cylinder bore gets old fast when practicing with birdshot.
 
870P said:
The only issue with these is you're getting to within striking distance of the money that will buy something like a Tacord custom or a decent semi.

Also, fixed cylinder bore gets old fast when practicing with birdshot.
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Tacord is very nice, but so is Benelli.
It eventually comes to matter of personal preference.

Most guys I know, use short tactical shotguns for buckshot and slugs. No problems.
 
lanis said:
Tacord is very nice, but so is Benelli.
It eventually comes to matter of personal preference.

Most guys I know, use short tactical shotguns for buckshot and slugs. No problems.
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Its expensive to shoot buck and slugs exclusively, and what's more they can be hard to acquire in bulk.

Most people I'm aware of shoot cheap birdshot the majority of the time.
 
870P said:
Its expensive to shoot buck and slugs exclusively, and what's more they can be hard to acquire in bulk.

Most people I'm aware of shoot cheap birdshot the majority of the time.
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As previously stated, it is a matter of personal preference.

Most people I know, including myself- shoot slugs and buckshot, as birdshot is not recommended for tactical use, but for birds.


Regards,
Dan
 
Short barreled shotguns have their limitations, unless you want to spend the money and thread them for chokes. Could also try to find the rare Modified barreled 14" Mossy 590A1.
 
Excellent gun (I have the 18.5" barrel?), but it can be difficult to find accessories. I think it took me about 6 months to get a pistol grip stock and +2 tube. Also, the barrel can be difficult to thread for chokes since it's chrome lined and has pretty thin walls at the end.

Having said all that, I love it and use it fairly often for 3-gun, and the occasional round of trap :p
 
lanis said:
As previously stated, it is a matter of personal preference.

Most people I know, including myself- shoot slugs and buckshot, as birdshot is not recommended for tactical use, but for birds.


Regards,
Dan
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I wasn't advocating birdshot for any kind of tactical use, but for cheap practice, and a shotgun that can keep a reasonably tight pattern with readily available 250 for $75 target loads has much more training value than one that's wide open beyond spitting distance.
 
Most shoot birdshot because any tactical application in non existant for them, other than playtime that is.
 
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