wildfowler.250 Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Hi guys, I realise that the semi-auto topic has relatively been done to death I was just wondering what the opinions are with regards to the maxus/SX3 V's the extrema2? Build quality, cycling of carts from 28g-60's, balance? I have used an extrema 2 a lot and have found it faultless so common sense would be to get one. I just thought I should enquire as to how the other two compaire and handle them before I spend my sheckles Has anyone had any problems with the maxus/SX3? I have been searching away as well but I thought if anyone had used all 3 it would be nice to hear an input Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cookoff013 Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 i`ve used the sx3, my friend bought one. actually a nice little gun. i only fired a few rounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenntay Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 i`ve used the sx3, my friend bought one. actually a nice little gun. i only fired a few rounds. watch for carbon build up under the o ring by the gas ports on the SX3 it causes the o ring to expand and taking the barrel off a nightmare ive since gone back to a browning gold 3 1/2" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickmep Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 what about the beretta A400 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajm1979 Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Ive got a browning pheonix camo 3 1/2" and hate it to be honest jams all the time, It spits out the spen cartridge fine but the next one fails to feed and jams, Had the 3" version in wood before it for two years without a hiccup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfowler.250 Posted June 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Thanks for all the replies! I'll do a bigger reply later as off the phone it's a bit tricky! Is the A400 3 1/2? What about the M2? Thanks again :goo: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Markio Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 (edited) Other than not cycling 24grm Express carts (24g Eley are fine) my Maxus has been faultless. I prefer the feel to that over the Extrema and the friend (that shall not be named) that owns the Extrema prefers it over my Maxus. The Extrema certainly feel more solid i'll concede BUT not forgetting from new the Maxus is cheaper. Edited June 20, 2011 by Markio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfowler.250 Posted June 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Other than not cycling 24grm Express carts (24g Eley are fine) my Maxus has been faultless. I prefer the feel to that over the Extrema and the friend (that shall not be named) that owns the Extrema prefers it over my Maxus. The Extrema certainly feel more solid i'll concede BUT not forgetting from new the Maxus is cheaper. Cheers bud! If I was getting the the extrema2 it would defo be s/h. The 'lighter' maxis could be a plus for those nippy teal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfowler.250 Posted June 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Also meant to say I don't shoot less than 28g carts so sounds good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sx3 clay breaker Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 The sx3 is a nicely balanced gun I use my dads more than him it's the waterfowl 3 1/2 magnum and if will cycle 28 grams all day but it will cycle 24 grams but when it gets dirty after about 50 cartridges it does start to jam Rgds sx3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfowler.250 Posted June 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Thanks sx3 I have to say 50 shells isn't a lot! Starting to think maxus or xtrema! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickmep Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Is the A400 3 1/2? the xplor unico (the original one with green receiver) certainly is. and is available with or without kickoff. personally much prefer the A400 over the extrema 2, but i mainly shoot clays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super sharp shooter Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 (edited) I had a go with a belleni comfort semi auto on Sunday nice gun. The guy was using 24g loads and it cycled them all with no jams Edited June 20, 2011 by super sharp shooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfowler.250 Posted June 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Just wrote out a whole reply and it didn't send So this one might be a little brief... Thanks for the replies! I looked at the A400,(nice gun) if I remember correctly...the second hand ones are quite dear? The comfort looks nice! I looked up the M2's a minute ago and I don't think they are 3 1/2? Cheers guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poontang Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 The comfort looks nice! I looked up the M2's a minute ago and I don't think they are 3 1/2? M2's are 3" SBE's are 3.5" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rangey Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Hi guys, I realise that the semi-auto topic has relatively been done to death I was just wondering what the opinions are with regards to the maxus/SX3 V's the extrema2? Build quality, cycling of carts from 28g-60's, balance? I have used an extrema 2 a lot and have found it faultless so common sense would be to get one. I just thought I should enquire as to how the other two compaire and handle them before I spend my sheckles Has anyone had any problems with the maxus/SX3? I have been searching away as well but I thought if anyone had used all 3 it would be nice to hear an input i use a 30" maxus,mainly on pigeons but also on wildfowl.ive been through a lot of semis and the maxus imo tops anything out there,great handling,light and fast loading.over the last few weeks its had over 500 shells through it without a clean and without a single jam.thats using 28 - 32gm 70mm.cant ask for a more reliable and great handling gun... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon123 Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 (edited) Why dont you get a Hatsan Escort LOL (only joking), even though i love mine :yahoo: The maxus is a beautiful gun and id love to have one only a bit expensive, and i love the foresight ;) I seen a A400 over the weekend and it looked and handled beautifully, it was £1250 though :/ Edited June 20, 2011 by Simon123 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tam Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 There can be only one - Beretta Extrema 2 :good: there is no alternative ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfowler.250 Posted June 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Thanks again for all the input M2's are 3" SBE's are 3.5" poontang, have you tried the SBE,(or anyone else)? How does it handle? i use a 30" maxus,mainly on pigeons but also on wildfowl.ive been through a lot of semis and the maxus imo tops anything out there,great handling,light and fast loading.over the last few weeks its had over 500 shells through it without a clean and without a single jam.thats using 28 - 32gm 70mm.cant ask for a more reliable and great handling gun... sounds like just what I am after! you cant really say much more than that It is either going to be a maxus or the xtrema2 The maxus is a beautiful gun and id love to have one only a bit expensive, and i love the foresight ;) I seen a A400 over the weekend and it looked and handled beautifully, it was £1250 though :/ Whats up with the foresight on the maxus?? I know what you mean about the A400. I just cant justify splashing out all that on a gun that is likely to get soaked and coated in mud There can be only one - Beretta Extrema 2 :good: there is no alternative ;) I tend to agree with you there. I am going to try a Maxus and then see which I prefer. I would like an xtrema with a shorter barrel though. the 30inch is a bit of a flagpole! Thanks again guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta28g Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 I would either get a Baikal auto, or a Beretta Extreema 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poontang Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Thanks again for all the input poontang, have you tried the SBE,(or anyone else)? How does it handle? A friend of mine has a SBE and I have stuck a few shots through it. It's a nice enough gun but feels too light for my liking. I like a bit of weight in a gun. The Maxus is a nice gun, but again too light for me. If I was going for a semi to use on the marsh I'd go for the Xtrema. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxfordfowler Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 Hi - I have been using an Extema for 3 years it is an excellent tool for any find of shooting shoots very well and is reliable. Only issue that I have is that I bought a "camo" trouble is that over the years the camo has worn off in places so would recommend you buy black. Have you considered Benelli super black eagle - this is another good auto - my mate has used one for years and cannot fault it. good luck with your seach Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albertan_J Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 i have an sx3 and its a great gun for pigeons and fooling just needs to be kept clean around the cylinder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfowler.250 Posted June 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 A friend of mine has a SBE and I have stuck a few shots through it. It's a nice enough gun but feels too light for my liking. I like a bit of weight in a gun. The Maxus is a nice gun, but again too light for me. If I was going for a semi to use on the marsh I'd go for the Xtrema. Thanks bud Some weight is good for taking up the recoil and helping with the swing I think xtrema makes sense but I will handle the maxus to see how light it is. I'll probably use the gun for lots of different shooting so being light to carry will benefit in some situations...decisions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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