Alanl50 Posted March 25, 2010 Report Share Posted March 25, 2010 I wanted to buy the new Browning Maxus but the swines had sold it, and they are not sure when exactly the new lot are coming in and I dont want to drive miles, so left to choose from is the Beretta Urika, Benelli Monty, and the Winchester SX3, I would seriously like some opinions from those that know about the above I only want 3" magnum capacity. Thanks Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted March 25, 2010 Report Share Posted March 25, 2010 I wanted to buy the new Browning Maxus but the swines had sold it, and they are not sure when exactly the new lot are coming in and I dont want to drive miles, so left to choose from is the Beretta Urika, Benelli Monty, and the Winchester SX3, I would seriously like some opinions from those that know about the above I only want 3" magnum capacity. Thanks Alan Potentially the best is the Benelli, but I'm not a big fan of the way it looks, but cleaning is the easiest of the lot. I run a Beretta 391 Urika (had a 303 before this), I like the feel, look and performance, but I don't like the cleaning. The Winchester is by all accounts a decent tool but just doesn't float my boat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benelli montefeltro Posted March 25, 2010 Report Share Posted March 25, 2010 Potentially the best is the Benelli, but I'm not a big fan of the way it looks, but cleaning is the easiest of the lot. I run a Beretta 391 Urika (had a 303 before this), I like the feel, look and performance, but I don't like the cleaning. The Winchester is by all accounts a decent tool but just doesn't float my boat! i would rule the winchester out right away, and that leaves you the beretta or benelli. obviously im going to say the benelli, as it just requires so little maintenance it makes it a joy to own. will just never quit on you. ive owned a beretta before too and must say it does have less recoil because of the gas set up, and they are a great handling gun, but simply because i give mine a fair bit of rough treatment its got to be the benelli, for me anyway. although im fully aware that you will have the beretta shooters who feel just as passionately about their choice, and will sing its many advantages Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted March 25, 2010 Report Share Posted March 25, 2010 I love my Winchester SX3-it is the fastest shotgun on the planet,FACT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Logic Posted March 25, 2010 Report Share Posted March 25, 2010 I had a Winchester, it was OK. I have a Beretta now, and it's great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted March 25, 2010 Report Share Posted March 25, 2010 I own a beretta 391 tekny's and I love it, it is very light and the recoil is practically non-existent. My best mate has a montefeltro and I don't like it as much because it has a bit more recoil and the styling is not as good. I have shot a lot off benelli and beretta semi-autos and I would choose Beretta everyday off the week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickmep Posted March 25, 2010 Report Share Posted March 25, 2010 if you dont mind spending the extra for the urika in my opinion its a better made gun. personaly like my winchester but its a bit plasticy compared to the beretta. best advice would be to try them, both come with shims to adjust but you may find one suits better than the other. my mate cant shoot my urika for toffee, but loves the winchester. they feel completely different to handle as well, winchester stock and forend are slimmer than the urika. cant comment on the benelli, unless you are going supernova if you've got the pennies go for a beretta A400. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STOCKY A391 Posted March 25, 2010 Report Share Posted March 25, 2010 100% Beretta , purchased the A391 field , very pleased but the wife took a fancy to it ( so lost that !!! ) , bought another one , A391 synthetic cammo , feels very good in the hand , mounts very well , moves well , cycles anything ,negligable recoil even with a heavier load , very pleased !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GW80 Posted March 25, 2010 Report Share Posted March 25, 2010 I have the AL391 and can't fault it, and also owned 2 other beretta semi's and can honestly say i never had a prob with any, so i'm biased towards a Urika, but must admit i still have a notion for getting my self a remi! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 I have the 391 myself and I really do love it to shoot, and of course that is what they are all about and what really counts, but as I mentioned above...cleaning...the gas port system (not unique to Beretta of course) is an absolute pain to clean. Beretta is always looking at ways to ease this burden and apparently things have improved marginally in the very latest Beretta Semis, but they are still not easy. Benelli cleaning in comparison is easy. Not enough of an issue for me to change guns, but definately an area I don't look forward to, but it is the only downside for me of my 391!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookiemonsterandmerlin. Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 I have found that BENELLIs are all a bit odd I prefer beretta even though I have stuck with a remmy 1100 as it was left to me by a service buddie who died. Regards OTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 I love my Winchester SX3-it is the fastest shotgun on the planet,FACT! Or is it just Mr Flanigan has a rapid trigger finger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alanl50 Posted March 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 I have been offered a Benelli M2 mint for £750.00 it at Trulock and Harris so you know its dearer but they do give service and 1 years warranty on all secondhand sales ------ any thoughts anyone??:hmm: Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 I love my Winchester SX3-it is the fastest shotgun on the planet,FACT! Or is it just Mr Flanigan has a rapid trigger finger Bullet Boy..good you like your SX3, frankly I think they are pretty decent muself, and not much argument from many I suspect it is very fast, but I can't remember the last time I heard anyone complain their 3 shot did not cycle fast enough.....and how often do you get the chance to shoot vast numbers of close clays like in the promotion video!! ATB!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SXPhil Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 I tried a maxus last week and fell in love with it Its defo on my list of new buys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Clay Rascal Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 I wanted to buy the new Browning Maxus but the swines had sold it, and they are not sure when exactly the new lot are coming in and I dont want to drive miles, so left to choose from is the Beretta Urika, Benelli Monty, and the Winchester SX3, I would seriously like some opinions from those that know about the above I only want 3" magnum capacity. Thanks Alan My first gun and love it, urika 2 classic, 4 months old from a dealer with 9 years transferable warranty, bought the stripdown manual from seamus on shotgun world, great for lack of recoil and a breeze to clean after every shoot, 15mins max strip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slug Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 I have been offered a Benelli M2 mint for £750.00 it at Trulock and Harris so you know its dearer but they do give service and 1 years warranty on all secondhand sales ------ any thoughts anyone??Alan If it's a comfor-tec you have stole it, they came with a 3 year warranty anyway so unless it is very old ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deputy dog Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 I just bought me 1st semi auto about a week half back. Winchester Sx3 all purpose field dressed in camo. Soon as put the 1st shot through her on a roost shoot i fell in love with it. You know when some thing feels right and this did. I sold an bettinsoli which i was totally useless with. 2yrs i had it. And 10 months she was left in the cabinet. I couldn't hit a barn door with it. So i used the proceeds of that to go towards this gun. And i'm really pleased with the gun i chose. I hope what ever you chose mate you'l be as happy with it as i am with mine. ALL the best . Gareth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tasum Posted March 31, 2010 Report Share Posted March 31, 2010 If it's a comfor-tec you have stole it, they came with a 3 year warranty anyway so unless it is very old ? Great price, go and give it a try or someone on here may let you have a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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