Ben Diss Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 Got the SLP today. That trigger's gonna need some work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grkmec Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 Got the SLP today. That trigger's gonna need some work. Which SLP model did you get? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Diss Posted November 16, 2011 Author Share Posted November 16, 2011 Got the SLP today. That trigger's gonna need some work. Which SLP model did you get? I got the Mk1 with 22" barrel that has the weaver rail on it. I also picked up a 24" vented rib barrel that I'll be using for 3-gun. Shot about 200 rounds so far and don't care for the weaver rail at all as it blocks too much of the sight picture. Will be shooting the VR barrel this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse Tischauser Posted November 18, 2011 Share Posted November 18, 2011 Splits on the shotgun isn't what wins matches. I feel more recoil with the M2. However, it points faster...it's lighter, and balances better. It's more reliable, and easier to load/operate. The Benelli is king for a reason. Words to live by here. Don't be a puss. You won't feel the recoil after the buzzer and no matter what shotgun you shoot muzzle flip is gonna be there. Its not like your double tapping paper like you do with a pistol so all of your muzzle flip and subsequent site recovery occurs as you swing the shotgun to the next piece of steel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Diss Posted November 19, 2011 Author Share Posted November 19, 2011 Splits on the shotgun isn't what wins matches. I feel more recoil with the M2. However, it points faster...it's lighter, and balances better. It's more reliable, and easier to load/operate. The Benelli is king for a reason. Words to live by here. Don't be a puss. You won't feel the recoil after the buzzer and no matter what shotgun you shoot muzzle flip is gonna be there. Its not like your double tapping paper like you do with a pistol so all of your muzzle flip and subsequent site recovery occurs as you swing the shotgun to the next piece of steel. Hey Jesse, thanks for weighing in but it's too late. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Diss Posted November 19, 2011 Author Share Posted November 19, 2011 I got this fiber sight for it too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse Tischauser Posted November 19, 2011 Share Posted November 19, 2011 Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chainring Posted November 19, 2011 Share Posted November 19, 2011 What kinda fiber optic sight is that? It's hella long - bet it's bright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Diss Posted November 19, 2011 Author Share Posted November 19, 2011 What kinda fiber optic sight is that? It's hella long - bet it's bright. It's the Champion 3mm, 5". http://www.midwayusa.com/product/745864/champion-easy-hit-shotgun-fiber-optic-front-sight-3mm-green-5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shooter545 Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 I got an SX2 and was really happy with it. It shoots soft but as previously stated it a bit on the heavy side. I did add a NC bolt handle, tube extnesion and a polished lifter other than that it is as it came out of the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenB Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 I found myself wanting the M2 because of its weight and ability to swing it around quicker. I've been looking for one over the last couple weeks and snagged a used one tonight on GB for $700. Low round count, looks new, and comes with everything a new one comes with. I was going to buy a new one but at such a savings I couldnt resist. It was a 26" (I would have gotten a 21" if I was going to buy it new), but I figured I'd buy a 21" barrel and consider the 26" barrel a freebie for the same price. The one thing I don't want is to get my thumb snagged while loading shells. I fix that, get a mag extension, and the 922r parts needed... then I'll be happy for awhile Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larry weeks Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 As far as slugs with the Benelli, mine also shoots high. BUT, I just lower the front until I only see half the front bead above the rib and I'm good at 50 yds. Whole bead seems to work at 100, tho' I haven't put it on paper seriously. A few casual shots that hit a foot square paper target. Good enough for most of what they make us shoot at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceDevil Posted December 7, 2011 Share Posted December 7, 2011 I found myself wanting the M2 because of its weight and ability to swing it around quicker. I've been looking for one over the last couple weeks and snagged a used one tonight on GB for $700. Low round count, looks new, and comes with everything a new one comes with. I was going to buy a new one but at such a savings I couldnt resist. It was a 26" (I would have gotten a 21" if I was going to buy it new), but I figured I'd buy a 21" barrel and consider the 26" barrel a freebie for the same price. The one thing I don't want is to get my thumb snagged while loading shells. I fix that, get a mag extension, and the 922r parts needed... then I'll be happy for awhile Nice pick up. I was watching the same gun but ended up not bidding. I didn't really need the gun, but the price was very tempting. Don't know how much you were willing to pay, but I'm glad I didn't drive up your price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supreme135 Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 I hate to say this but when a shotgun goes down at a match it seems to be a SLP. I am sure it happens but I don't think I have seen an M2 fail. I saw 3 SLP go single action at the Nat's this year. Maybe operator error Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinWolv Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 I hate to say this but when a shotgun goes down at a match it seems to be a SLP. I am sure it happens but I don't think I have seen an M2 fail. I saw 3 SLP go single action at the Nat's this year. Maybe operator error On the flip side, at the last two months of the local monthly match, it was M2s not finishing stages, while the SLPs ran. The variables not thrown in for either gun is ammo people are running, how they are maintaining or not maintaining said guns, or what might have been done or not done to the guns to ensure they are running 100%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckell101 Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Thanks everyone for all the great feedback. Since I can find a couple of places to buy the SLP right now and not one short barreled M2, I think that's what I'm going to go with. Not to sound parental, but never buy a guy 'cause it is the only one you can find and it is available now - you can grocery shop like that and be ok. I looked at both the Bennelli and the FN. I really thought about it, did my research and here is what I came up with, that won me over: 1.) All the big dogs run Benellis 2.) There are far more services and parts for a Benelli 3.) The customer service is fantastic 4.) Benellis hold their value increidbly well - just look at Gun Broker and on the forums, you never seel a "deal" on an M2 That being said, the FN does shoot well and I do like its slug shooting, but every time I feel the Benelli Bump, I know I made the right choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eric4069 Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 for lazy shotgunners like me who dont like cleaning shotguns the Benelli is also perfect. I've had mine for a year, it runs perfectly even though I haven't actually cleaned it yet. (several pheasant hunts and five or so local 3-gun matches). Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMAC Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 Congrats! I shot my FN SLP for my first year and never had an issue. However, since I am Italian, I had to drink the spaghetti Kool Aid and purchased a Salient Benelli. Ohhhhhhh.....do your checking account a favor and never shoot one. Just stick with you SLP and be happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIO Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 M2.....price only makes you cry once Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twodownzero Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 This thread makes me love my 1100 even more. I could have a spare for the cost of one Benelli/FN. And no 922r issues! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StealthyBlagga Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 (edited) Check out the new Remington Versa Max. It is essentially a Benelli M4 but for under $1K and without the 922r headaches. It needs some work before it is 3-gun ready, just like the Benelli/SX2/SLP, but mine is light in the hands, soft shooting and runs like a raped ape. I've not cleaned it since I bought it... don't even know how to get the gas system apart. Once parts and accessories become widely available, I think this gun is going to make the SX2/SLP obsolete on the 3-gun circuit. There, now I've said it Edited January 16, 2012 by StealthyBlagga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchang0 Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 (edited) Just saw my buddy's SLP Versamax fail--the firing pin retaining pin actually wiggled out to where it caught the back edge of the ejection port. WHAT THE HELL!? Why would they design it so that that pin isn't captured by the receiver? In other words, why did they make it so that that pin is forward enough to where it could be removed through the ejection port (which we had to do with a pair of pliers to get the bolt to cycle backwards to empty the chamber)? On the Benelli M2, of which the SLP Versamax's BCG looks to be a close copy, the firing pin retaining pin never moves forward enough to where it can pop out through the ejection port, so even if the pin wriggles loose, it will be captured by the receiver itself. Edited January 18, 2012 by dchang0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orphanedcowboy Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Got the SLP today. That trigger's gonna need some work. Bob at Precision Sports in Oshkosh, WI. He has done a couple of my Brownings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aheadofthecurve Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Just saw my buddy's SLP fail--the firing pin retaining pin actually wiggled out to where it caught the back edge of the ejection port. WHAT THE HELL!? Why would they design it so that that pin isn't captured by the receiver? In other words, why did they make it so that that pin is forward enough to where it could be removed through the ejection port (which we had to do with a pair of pliers to get the bolt to cycle backwards to empty the chamber)? On the Benelli M2, of which the SLP's BCG looks to be a close copy, the firing pin retaining pin never moves forward enough to where it can pop out through the ejection port, so even if the pin wriggles loose, it will be captured by the receiver itself. You mean that you saw your buddy's versamax fail. The SLP doesnt have the firing pin retaining pin design of the versamax, which is a known weak point of that gun. FTFY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchang0 Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 You mean that you saw your buddy's versamax fail. The SLP doesnt have the firing pin retaining pin design of the versamax, which is a known weak point of that gun. FTFY. Oh, my bad--thanks for the correction, bro! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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