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    Super Nova 24"

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    FWIW, I only break any sharp edges on the action bars, I don't polish for the sake of polishing.

    You can only open the loading port so much as the trigger group housing IS the loading port.

    Cut too much and you will weaken this element. (no need to cut that much anyway)

    I have other tweaks that I developed. In simple terms I lengthen the rearward stroke about 0.100"

    This mod let the action move back another 0.100" AFTER the shell has been released from the tube.

    It has helped me to greatly reduce "short stroking" I know that Rose Action sports does the mod.

    I have in the past cut action bars. creating a 2 3/4" only gun but I did not see an increase in my

    cyclic speed nor a reduction in short stroking. (at least not to the extent that the long stroke mod has)

    I also cut back the shell latch about 0.060". This has the shell captured sooner during loading.

    I do one more internal mod that let the action open easier even with a little pre-loading of the forend is present.

    I don't wish to share that info as it is not really a consumer mod. And unless you know you have the issue you won't need it.

    Mr Kelley,

    Can you please explain or expand last paragraph especially the "little pre-loading of the forearm, forgive the ignorance. Thanks

    SBE1124" and A400Extreme26

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    I have a 1301 and it's almost the issue with the serial#, although I use load 2 strong hand so it's not that bad, most likely it will be modified same as the 1301. Since it's a 3.5" chamber, is it safe to say that the port of the a400 is more generous?

    Btw, big thanks for all the effort

    Francis

    SBE1124" and A400Extreme26

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    Thanks for taking the time, I have both the 1301 and M2, so the SBE and A400 are 3.5 version, you are more technically have the know than me, would appreciate your opinion on this. Like I said my concern with the A400 is the loading port. 80% on this gun will be for Ipsc/3gun, and 20%informal trap, no hunting on this

    SBE1124" and A400Extreme26

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    Up North we are limited to 5rnds (SEMI) of the longest shell the SG is chambered, so the 3.5" will at least take 7 rnds of 2 3/4, a round more the 3" chamberSG.

    Im interested with these 2 SG models only ( No VM)

    Both are 3.5" chambered, prices are very close and reputation are almost at par

    Handled both SG at Cabelas and Bass Pro although the A400 is heavier and bulkier it seems to swing and balance nicely, the SBE on the other hand is lighter and slimmer. My concern is more on the modification that can be done on the A400 especially on the loading port area, there are 2 pins on both side of the loading port are, I beleive the pins are for the bolt release lever and shell stop lever. these 2 pins might limit on how far the loading port can be lowered. any feed back , opinions and experience would be very helpful. especially on actual shooting handling, reliability and ease of modification.

    by the way its for IPSC/ 3gun and ocassionally trap too. Thanks

    Best for Quadload - Benelli Super Vinci or Remington Versa Max?

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    what a good time for my questions and concerns, Here up North the legal mag capacity for a SG is 5 rnds, or shall we say (5.9) for the longest shell its chambered. Although I love my 1301 and happy with it, I can only put 6 rnds of 2 3/4 since it has only 3" chamberr.

    My initial plan is to get the Beretta A400 Extreme 26"or the SBEII 24 or 26", please share your ideas

    To the Op, no intention to hijack your trade.

    A400 extreme mag extension

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    You have to take the factory end cap out of the inside of the tube. It is not that hard, just have to push 4 buttons at the same time and pull on it. There are regular threads around the outside.

    Thanks , just a folllow up question, How many 2 3/4" and 3.5" will fit in the factory mag.

    Super Nova 24"

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    Another question guys, maybe because of old habits,I hold my 1301 ( forearm) firm and apply pressure like pulling the gun to my shoulder, with the SN while doing this I cant seem to open the action ( after firing) like its jam unless I push the forearm a little bit forward. Even when the action is close there is some movement of the forearm. Normal and can be modified? thanks again.

    Super Nova 24"

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    went to the range to try my new SN on the weekend, happy to say that it works 100%, shoots a litttle bit low about an inch, the windage was perfect, ( federal Truball light recoil slugs) and groups about an inch @ 25yrds, unfortunately never had the chance to try at 50-75 yrds.

    The only negative about it has nothing to do with the gun itself, but me the operator, as mentioned in my earlier post, I am only 5'6" with average reach, pulling the action is not much of a problem, but its when pushing the action back to close.

    A lot of experience SN user here cut forearms to facilitate quadloading, which I plan of doing in the future, however by cutting/ shorten it, it will leave no more forearm/space to hold since I cant put my hand on the front portion of the action. also need to reduce the diameter of the forearm.

    I have to come up with something, either shorten the stock which I already did by installing the .5" gel pad. Almost impossible here, no gunsmith can do it or will do it.

    My 1301 has the same LOP (13.75"), but I dont need to manipulate any action, so its fine, For a pump action, the 12.5-13" is the right LOP for me.

    Any recommendation or thoughts is appreciated.

    Super Nova 24"

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    surprise surprise, My SN 24" arrived yesterday, expecting it not be here till next 4 weeks, but got lucky I guess,

    Its a heavy gun, well Im used now with my 1301 21" which weighs nothing.

    Just a few first impressions of the gun from the box, the action is not super smooth, find the forearm rattles a bit side to side, it feels that it does not fully lock to front and rear of the receiver,is this normal? considering its new, any remedy for this, first on the list to be enhance

    Next is the trigger, is not the best, second on my list.

    The loading port is not really bad, I can still twin with the same speed as my modified port of my 1301.

    Because Im on the short side of a guy, 5'6" with average arms lenght, will look for a smith here who can improved my reach or reduce the action, if its possible to do. luckily I have a spare gel pad ( thinnest) which help a liitle bit, reduce the LOP to 13.75".

    kindly share your thoughts

    Just a follow up question. what choke constriction do you use for slugs, Is it safe to use LM? want to keep 1 choke for all around choke.

    Super Nova 24"

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    surprise surprise, My SN 24" arrived yesterday, expecting it not be here till next 4 weeks, but got lucky I guess,

    Its a heavy gun, well Im used now with my 1301 21" which weighs nothing.

    Just a few first impressions of the gun from the box, the action is not super smooth, find the forearm rattles a bit side to side, it feels that it does not fully lock to front and rear of the receiver,is this normal? considering its new, any remedy for this, first on the list to be enhance

    Next is the trigger, is not the best, second on my list.

    The loading port is not really bad, I can still twin with the same speed as my modified port of my 1301.

    Because Im on the short side of a guy, 5'6" with average arms lenght, will look for a smith here who can improved my reach or reduce the action, if its possible to do. luckily I have a spare gel pad ( thinnest) which help a liitle bit, reduce the LOP to 13.75".

    kindly share your thoughts

    Super Nova 24"

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    There r some Nordic competition SG packages FS on classifieds from time to time fo decent deals and other than a new fronts sight they are all u need.

    My 24" supernova has a +6 may tube, Nordic follower, and hi viz comp front bead. And a barbell clamp of some company I cannot recall.

    Lead-Head, Am I correct to say that the +6 mag tube will make it 10+1? , and will extend a little bit pass the 24" bbl ?

    thanks

    Super Nova 24"

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted

    Hi there,

    My SN is still on order and while waiting for 6-8 weeks to arrive , I might as well start inquiring about its accesoories and modificaton and some enhancement you can suggest.

    from the factory, whats the mag capacity for 2 3/4 shells, would like to get 10+1 of 2 3/4 shells as possible,

    planning to install extended mag tube, but would prefer something that will have a flush fit with the 24" bbl. if its not much of a inconveneince, hope you can post some pics of a SN with mag extension of plus 4,plus 5 and plus 6 and with its total shell capacity.

    Thanks

    Vinci or Super Vinci

    in Shotgun - Technical

    Posted · Edited by ffgats

    Debating which one to get,

    First of all,by law we are limited to 5 or would say 5.9 rnds mag capacity for the longest shell it chambered.The Super Vinci has the plus side on this , I beleive it can go as 7 rnds of 2 3/4 and 5.9 of 3 1/2 which is in the max limit.

    The Vinci is chambered in 3" so the max I can go for the 2 3/4 is only 6. but which has the SPEED BOLT FEATURES which by honesty have no idea what it is, hopefully you can enlighten me on this feature.

    by the way its for IPSC AND 3GUN TYPE OF FUN

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