Super Black Eagle OR Wincherster X3 OR Beretta Extrema 2

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Do you really need a 3 1/2" gun?

That's something to think about, he's right...

If you do mostly geese, sitting for several hours, 3 1/2 extra weight shouldn't make a difference. But if you like playing in the mud to get these geese and you want an all-around gun (duck, grouse, etc), I think sticking with a lighter 3" model is better.

My bro got a 3 1/2" gun and to me extra weight is not worth it. Try a Beretta A390, balance is simply outstanding, swings like nothing else and shooting clay loads is a treat!

My 2cents

 

[gottagetmemoosebye]

I love my Benelli SBE II. It was hard to plonk down the cash but I have never regretted it since. It is an amazingly simple machine that works very very well. It does cycle one ounce loads, i mostly use 1 1/8 trap loads and it never fails to cycle.
Can't wait to go Goose hunting!

 

[harv3589]

Just to throw in an update since I have been out now a few times and used the new Beretta Extrema 2. So far I love it, no regrets on buying it thats for sure. Fits nice, low recoil and functions flawlessly. I have the 26" barrel and it swings nice.

Highly recommend this one.

 

[AP]

Just to throw in an update since I have been out now a few times and used the new Beretta Extrema 2. So far I love it, no regrets on buying it thats for sure. Fits nice, low recoil and functions flawlessly. I have the 26" barrel and it swings nice.

Highly recommend this one.

Harv... congrats - I ended up with a used M1 90 Benelli and am very pleased with it - but if I hadn't found such a decent deal on the M1 your Extrema 2 would have been exactly what I would have bought

 

[Thad]

I have the SX3 and love it. Light, great recoil pad, never fails to cycle and super fun to use. Swings nice, I have even tried it a t trap and skeet just to see how it fairs, and it had no problems. I love the look and it has yet to disappoint me.

 

[Max-4]

I have never owned a SBE-2 or a Beretta X-trema. But I have owned a Browning Gold 3.5" and that being said I may have a bit of a say in this topic. I dont argue that the SBE-2 and the Beretta are great guns, heck there at the top of the waterfowling shotguns class. But here in Canada either one costs upwards of $2000 by the time your done.

I can say owning a Browning gold and buying a SX-3 next week this design costs $1200 when your done, and its as reliable as they come.
Someone said the SX-3 isnt proven yet, its exactly the same design and system as the Browning Gold and Silver models. These guns should be held in high regard in the Waterfowling crowd. I like the SX-3 potential, light enough for walking corn fields for pheasent. Shoots light loads for clays very well!! And the ability to shoot 3.5" shells for geese and turkeys.

The SX-3 is a great idea for a do it all shotgun. You can save almost $800 and get a gun that is just as reliable as a SBE-2 or any Beretta. Save the money for decoys and other expences of the sport. Your mistaken if you pass off the Browning/Winchester "Active Valve System" as an unsuperior system. It's by far the best i've shot with, and there are a tonne of people who sware by it!!! They are great guns that I would be happy with at twice the price!!! Sorry for the rant and if you can afford the SBE-2, congrats!!! The Sx-3 will be getting some respect very soon!!! Happy shooting!!! Cheers