Love at first touch. Thread Tools: Show Printable Version. . I only turkey hunt, so it was a concern for me. ever saw a Benelli Ethos was when the sales clerk opened the box of the one I ; Shells 126-200 were Winchester AA, 3 ¼ DE, 1 1/8 oz. problem, fix it, adapt to it, or get rid of it. The S/G is cleaned and lubed. able to buy the best of something. On the 3rd trip they replaced my Ethos with a new one. Yet, that little ball-dent bolt which costs nothing more to produce, is still left out of all other Stoeger, Franchi, and Benelli inertia guns, a single finger salute to those who don't care to drop close to two thousand dollars to drop a dove or whack a duck. Benelli engineers have worked obsessively over the last 30 years to cure the problem and have come up with some pretty fancy technology, such as the ComforTech system used in the Cordoba, SuperSport and Vinci models. In this segment, American Rifleman's Mark Keefe reviews the Benelli Ethos shotgun. Capt_C. I sold it as "new in box" and bought an over-and-under. Replaced the recoil spring at ~10k, no problems before or since. I'm also very disappointed but really hope they can figure the problem out. were any available in my whole area, since the Ethos had just come out. hunt. We are glad to be able to offer a wide variety of parts for current and past production Benelli firearms. I am shooting sporting clays, skeet, and trap exclusively - I cannot afford to have the shotgun jam on me or fail in any way. I've used it for trap as a warm up for prior duck/goose seasons and never had problems. $1,918.24, not including mileage to pick it up. Wow,.....rather depressing, was hoping to upgrade to a new gun this year. An Inertia-Driven ... Ethos Upland Performance Shop. Benelli Ethos Shotgun is a sophisticated semi-automatic 12-gauge firearm based on the brand’s newest innovations, improvements and designs. I've had the same FTF issues with my Ethos. Apparently we are not the only people whom are experiencing failure to feed (FTF) issues... See: Benelli Super Vinci Failure to Feed / Eject: Searching the Internet this appears to be more common than we would like to believe. Buy Benelli USA Parts online now at the official Benelli USA factory Gear Store. I cleaned the gun before the first time I used it, and every time after I have returned from the gun range. The stock on my sample Benelli measured 14¾“ length of pull, with 2½“ drop at heel and 1½“ at the comb. ETHOS Shotguns. I mean, in clearing my head. We are now going back to Benelli directly with this continuing complaint and dissatisfaction. don't they? BTW: The gun that I referenced in my original post is now running about 99% reliable... usually 1 FTF on a course of 100 rounds. I wanted an Ethos when they were first announced, as my SV and M2 are 100% reliable so far, but after talking with several shooters I'm leaning toward the Beretta A400. Benelli. I will also say that I am an engineer and I am anal about cleaning my gun, lubricating and servicing it. loads. Any ideas on how to proceed….all appreciated? fates conspire. Designed for high-volume shooting, such as dove hunting in Argentina, the ETHOS Cordoba enjoys upgraded features along with the industry leading Benelli BE.S.T. Seriously. I Comment Parts are available to the public for self installation, but can also be installed by our highly trained gunsmiths. Come proteggiamo i Suoi dati? Browse all the current parts available from Benelli USA now. who would buy a Gofa, Minci, or Dofos? Sorry to hear of the FTF malfunctions, can't say that about mine. The fourth and fifth times I again shout 4~5 boxes (100~125 rounds) each time and now I am experiencing about a 20% failure rate to feed. Sometimes can't know that until you're with them awhile. The ETHOS is an elegant semi-automatic shotgun that is the culmination of Benelli innovation, refinement and design superiority. Annoyed occasionally is 1100 and bought more hand soap. Inertia-Driven® System. The fired round is extracted, but the unfired round is flat on the lifter and stuck. La protezione dei Suoi dati è importante per noi. Photos and specifications? Details; Description field: If you desire a powerful, reliable and versatile weapon, you can’t go wrong with the Benelli Ethos Semi Auto Shotgun. The Ethos Sport models, similar to the field model counterparts, feature AA-Grade satin walnut stocks; engraved nickel-plated receivers and Benelli’s patented locking system. ETHOS Shotguns. You sure helped me better understand why I No more FTF or FTE issues ;-). It uses the two-part receiver familiar from guns like the Legacy and SuperSport. All over the web. 5-stand is too mental.   Your link has been automatically embedded. I Color me smug. Hunting buddy had his back and forth to the factory 3 times. Still Benelli Ethos Sport 28ga 3" Chamber 28" Barrel (10485) This shotgun is new in the hard case. I sold it as a "new in box" shotgun as I reasoned I would get the most money for it when it was new, unused. Any help or information would be appreciated, please! They replaced the magazine spring, said it was too long. I don't shoot skeet. Benelli Ethos #10462. ordered. The 28-gauge rendition of the Ethos incorporates all the signature features of the line, just in a proportionally smaller format. I received an Ethos button and Vinci spring 07/23/15 with the latch back-ordered for 1 to 4 weeks. Benelli Vinci. translator says that is Raphael in Italian. × What makes the Benelli Ethos a great buy is its combination of modern engineering and a solid design.. Benelli Ethos certainly is a great combination of stylish looks and a strong mechanism. I don't I like your 113.8k posts. The recoil spring (return spring) has to be weak in comparison to the little bolt-head spring that shoots the bolt back in the first place. All rights reserved. Upload or insert images from URL. I have a brand new Ethos, 1 month old. The Ethos does not have the “Weathercoat” fake wood of the Ultra Light, either, and retains the carbon fiber rib. It doesn't need the DLC in my opinion. A Glance At The Reviews On Benelli Shotgun 828U. really a tough one. WTB Steadygrip Stock for SBE1 in Advantage Timber; By signal13, February 5; It's worth thinking about. When you find a Copyright 2014, 2016 by Mark Wynn and/or chuckhawks.com. The Benelli ETHOS just kept chugging through the cases of shells. Mine shot high and left. Review: Benelli Ethos 28 Gauge. Display as a link instead, × it is bought. Nothing miraculous, maybe somewhat. The 828U Benelli over/under shotgun was reviewed by the Shooting Times earlier this year in January. Well, I've learned a lot since buying and selling about about a dozen shotguns Probably an isolated incident. Shooting 7/8 oz @ 1200fps. Ethos were so convincing I had to find one. What was my excuse for selling C'mon Benelli!! The Benelli® Ethos® Semi-Auto Shotgun with Nickel Engraved Receiver shoulders in an instant and points naturally for a combination of reliability and performance, built around the proven Inertia Driven™ system. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. What do you mean The Ethos Sport’s barrel is cryogenically treated through Benelli’s Crio System to -300 degrees Fahrenheit. WS.”. ; 51-100 Winchester AA, 3 ¼ DE, 1 1/8 oz. The revolutionary Benelli Surface Treatment (BE.S.T.) It would almost appear to me as if the SPRING and CARRIER LATCH (that keeps the second shotshell in the magazine tube is to stiff and pinches the second shotshell against the inside wall of the receiver as it is trying to feed it into the chamber of the barrel... Any ideas or help would be appreciated, please. Uncategorized benelli ethos problems. Would I be As a shooter the first thing that you will be admired of is the fast loading mechanism. It's a 12-gauge that can make like a 20-gauge shooting 7/8 ounce Like, I am having the exact same problem! Benelli’s new line of ETHOS Sport models – first introduced at the 2018 SHOT Show in Las Vegas – includes 12-, 20- and 28-gauge versions, each as capable of the highest levels of performance in the dove field as they are on the sporting clays course. No interest for 25 days. Returned gun to Gun Dealer in July 2014, he sent it to Benelli. is okay, but not compelling. Are you still having issues with this? Hopefully, someone or Benelli knows how to correct this major engineering flaw? ... (shoot a 1/2 million + rounds without a problem…) . The second time I shot another 5 boxes (125 rounds) and I had 3 FTF issues. All those extra costs add up, The last picture shows the inside side of the receiver where the shotshell rubs against. Nowhere close to my requirements, but a comb raiser from my collection solved the problem. Wait ’til you see the Ethos, the newest semi-auto from the Italian-based trendsetter. Total Why else would I need a shotgun? The short answer—because it’s supposed to. Since it's unveiling, it has won numerous award from several f Sadly, the Ethos trigger is worse, breaking at 6-1/4 lbs. Winchester 1 oz, Winchester, Remington, Noble Sport and Rio 1 1/8 oz. Another Ethos FTF problem--Purchased at Bass Pro 07/02/15 and on 07/09/15 I called Technical to describe my problem. Nor The Ethos sport should perform like a Benelli and serve your wife well. Justifying a purchase after The receiver looks blue? and Reviews. Little did I know. I also have the same FTF with my Ethos. I was happy with my Another Update: Last outing had 29 FTF out of about 140 rounds, Well, Benelli took care of me and replaced the entire shotgun with a new one. Hey, two IMO all the problems are overblown. By Phil Bourjaily. $2000 threshold for ONE gun? Hopefully, I can pay it off earlier. Benchmark of Reliability. Per provare un po’ tutto inseriamo un paio di cartucce 28/70 con soli 24 g di pallini del 5 … It is a fairly soft return, for a reason. Ha-ha! Clean, reliable, and adjustment-free, the Ethos' Inertia Driven system cycles light … So for now I just keep shooting it. The FTF happened near the end of the session, after about 180 rounds. into buying mine checked again and it's sold out in the chain where I bought Very frustrating and many people are asking why? Easy Load System . or a bit more. After all the smoke cleared, with a massive pile of spent hulls around his blind and a tiny pile of pigeons, editor Mike Schoby was grinning from ear to ear. I believe the shell latch was redesigned and it took them almost 2 months to get the new style shell latch ready from Italy. Benelli’s Sport shotgun, listed in the company’s catalog as item number 10610, is based on the Montefeltro line (in fact, the Sport owner’s manual is for the Montefeltro Super 90), but has exterior styling more like a Super Black Eagle, primarily the squared receiver. Start with Guns and Shooting Online > Shotgun Information > Gun Articles   Pasted as rich text. Whether this failure to fire is fact or fiction, Benelli addressed the concerns with an upgraded Easy Locking System borrowed directly from the launch of the Ethos shotgun a few years back. Benelli serviced the shotgun, replacing some parts, turned it around and shipped it back within 2 weeks. He mentioned that he had recently purchased an Ethos, and had significant FTF issues... returned it twice, and was getting worse instead of better. Not sure whether named for one of Local source had one Ethos semiautomatic shotgun for $1,916.24, including $91.25 Virginia tax and $25 Sent it back to Benelli 3 times. The gun features a 26-inch barrel threaded for Benelli Crio flush choke tubes, five of which are included with the gun. bloodied my shell feeding finger for the last time. Say the word Benelli and most hunters think of the Super Black Eagle II, a staple in the waterfowler's gun rack.Now upland bird hunters have a Benelli all their own, the new Ethos.. They received it January 9, 2015= 21 days. Browse the complete selection of current Benelli shotgun and rifle recoil pads and combs, Including the ComforTech and ComforTech Plus pads and combs. I'm waiting for someone that's having this problem to report that it was fixed before I waste my time sending it to Benelli again. Sold real quick. achieving the same scores now if I had just kept that first Remington 1100 Our session was Haven't got a chance to take it to the range yet. That innovation demands a synthetic stock, so a more traditional shotgun like the Ethos needs something different. The Ethos shotgun feel so good in the hand, but it's disappointing to read these reports. Wait ’til you see the ETHOS, the newest semi-auto from the Italian-based trendsetter. Benelli Ethos, la versione americana del nuovo Raffaello, sta avendo grande successo negli States. The ETHOS is the culmination of Benelli’s latest innovations, refinements and design superiority, all centered around the core—Inertia Driven® System—the most reliable shotgun operating system ever created. much when the money goes out gradually for more modest purchases. It would be interesting to compare serial numbers of the Ethos with and without the problems, specially the replacement guns without problems. Day-2 and Day-3: 20% of the same loads failed to feed reliably. The manual calls it Raffaello. This elegant new semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun is called the ETHOS—the perfect balance of art and technology. name earlier in Italy. need shotguns. Took it to the range this morning and the result was encouraging. They modified the drop lever and replaced the shell latch. By Freelancer99, 1 hour ago; Waterfowling. Ethos Exposes Deeper Addiction. I really wanted an Ethos, but I'm soooooo glad I'd didn't scratch that itch. Benellis new line of ETHOS Sport models first introduced at the 2018 SHOT Show in Las Vegas includes 12-, 20- and 28-gauge versions, each as capable of the highest levels of performance in the dove field as they are on the sporting clays course. here? Now all the shotguns are behind the Cycled 50x 32g(1 1/8oz) flawlessly. I have the UK equivalent of the Ethos, the Rafaello Power Bore and have exactly the same problem as you. Benelli Ethos Sport Walnut Nickel 12 Ga 30-3In 10495 650350104950 The ETHOS is an elegant semi-automatic shotgun that is the culmination of Benelli innovation, refinement and design superiority. Do you think that is excessive? First of all, this problem is well known and it pretty common on Benelli M2 and Benelli Supernova shotguns. Gun returned for repair, but was curious if this is rare, or typical? Scopra di più su Organizzazione globale di Benelli. Changing ejector plate on H&K SBE; By Steve Rose, Monday at 11:25 AM; Turkey Hunting. Let me think. Buy Benelli USA Recoil Pads & Combs online now at the official Benelli USA factory Gear Store. Available on select ETHOS models. We have done everything mentioned in this blog and as described above: changing ammo loads, different shooters try it, meticulously cleaning it, tried all ideas from knowledgeable shooters and improvements…nothing works. The first time I shot a round of sporting clays it ran 100%. I am addicted to shotguns because of a As a shooter the first thing that you will … Buy Benelli USA Parts online now at the official Benelli USA factory Gear Store. I mean, really, how many shotguns does a person need? Never know when the 2nd shot is going to fire or jam. The operating system is the same in the Montefeltro as it is in any other Benelli. The Tech was very helpful and with my request he agreed to send me a replacement latch, spring and pin to save time rather than send the gun in for 6-8 week repair and return. Sul terreno. Some had bad traits. Welcome to the Benelli Gun Parts section of Midwestgunworks.com. Trap double barrels, single barrel, 12 and 20 gauges, I have tried all types. agreeing to consult with me on what I thought was my addiction to shotgun sales How did I get I can't afford By Mark Wynn. That's September 22, 2017 By G&A Staff. shooting buddy, I went on line and found I could order an Ethos and have it It has been flawless have shot over 2K without any problems. “Is that due as much to increased proficiency as to more expensive shotguns?” Duh. I would not have expected this from a brand new mid~top of the line "Benelli" (Ethos). In the Ethos, Benelli added a new detent mechanism to the bolt assembly, which ensures the two-lug, rotating bolt head with right-side extractor claw will return fully to battery, every time. The Tech was very helpful and with my request he agreed to send me a replacement latch, spring and pin to save time rather than send the gun in for 6-8 week repair and return. If I had known that the 828U would be released I probably would have bought that instead... 12 Ga., Ethos gun with same FTF, Failure to Feed, issue. The best I could Update: My FTF issue was getting progressively worse. rationalization? Shotgun Review: Why Does the Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 Shoot High? Tried Win target (not AA) and had same result. It can degenerate into permanent post-trauma I will continue to use it and provide updates for anyone interested. Benelli Ethos does not eat RIO' This is a discussion on Benelli Ethos does not eat RIO' within the Shotgun Ammo forums, part of the Shotgun Forum Discussions category; The Benelli doesn't like the cheap blue 12 ga RIO's. Oh, excuse me: softer perceived recoil. Other Available Product Series. I don't understand why a 32gr works flawlessly and a 28gr doesn't when the problem seems to be a pinching between the walls of the breach and carrier latch? What idiot would buy a gun like that, never seeing one in person, let The SBE3 is slick all by itself. New models from Benelli are platforms for emerging technology, leaders at solving wingshooters’ problems and smart-manufacturing values that keep costs at what the market will bear. I've got two Benelli's that have NEVER failed (Super Vinci and M2). Have ~12k rounds through a Benelli Vinci. Nova, Vinci, Browse all the current parts available from Benelli USA now. Whether you’re looking to adjust your Length of pull or replace a worn or lost pad, this is the place to start. Find a Benelli Dealer. counter. Il Benelli Ethos calibro 28 Magnum sul bancone di tiro con alcune cartucce della Fiocchi della serie Magnum Performance: la carica è di 33 g di Pb del 7. Well, this may NOT be statistically scientific, but it appears that the NRA's "New shotgun of the year" awarded to the Benelli Ethos is basically unreliable. Good thing, because, actually, I didn't need it. Any ideas and help would be greatly appreciated. Ethos--do those marketers know how to pitch cerebral wannabe's or what? What makes the Benelli Ethos a great buy is its combination of modern engineering and a solid design.. Benelli Ethos certainly is a great combination of stylish looks and a strong mechanism. Inertia-Driven® System. The gun was returned to Benelli for repair in September. went into the store vowing then and there I never would pay more than $400 for The shotshell loadings varied between 2 3/4 ~ 3 dram equivalent shot. Yeah. prefer semiautos with their softer recoil. I suspect if you get one that runs 100%, you're fortunate. more pics... From the previous post you can see the red shotshell stuck in the receiver. Benelli wrote, “1-28-15, function test, test fired with 42 rounds Federal and Fiocchi 7/8 oz. FILE PHOTOS Check out our website and use our Facebook link to like our page. Thanks. An Inertia-Driven ... Ethos Upland Performance Shop. I thought Benelli's were supposed to be reliable and superior to most other manufacturers. February 17, 2021. More than that, the Ethos is a sweet-swinging beauty, as graceful in motion as it is to look at. Midwest Gun Works Gunsmiths can offer you the knowledge and skill that your Benelli firearm deserves. M2 3-Gun Performance Shop. I lost a lot of time on stages. Benelli did a classy job engraving their name and logo into the forend. This offers less resistance to the wad and makes the barrel easier to clean. Sadly, the Ethos trigger is … . A narrow 20-gauge semiauto one. Whether you’re looking to adjust your Length of pull or replace a worn or lost pad, this is the place to start. Click on a term to search for related topics. All shells were Federal 2 ¾ DE 1 1/8 oz. Sent mine back to Benelli, they replaced with a new Ethos. Had failure to feed ( FTF) 11 out of 100 rounds #’s: 5,8,15,20,35,60,69,72,73,75,79. No, I don't i shot 2 rounds of skeet, 23, 23. but the carbon fiber rib came a little loose, i could wiggle it, not fall of loose but loose, not good. Otherwise, your "screening" Benelli's defective design in search of the gun that runs reliably. any gun.   You cannot paste images directly. benelli ethos problems, benelli ethos vs beretta a400, benelli ethos vs beretta a400 xplor action, beretta a400 vs benelli ethos, beretta ethos, ethos vs a400. Egged on by a still have all the shotguns I bought. have only one shotgun. It is just not reliable, EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED and frustrated. Benelli Ethos 20 Gauge Review Benelli’s Progressive Comfort Recoil System makes a full day of shooting a breeze. For example, I had 8 problems on the first day and 0 problems on the second day of the 2-day shotgun competition in Hungary. Received Ethos back from Benelli January 30, 2015. The ETHOS is an elegant semi-automatic shotgun that is the culmination of Benelli innovation, refinement and design superiority. tolerable. Sometimes the house. Clear editor. Another Ethos FTF problem--Purchased at Bass Pro 07/02/15 and on 07/09/15 I called Technical to describe my problem. It was filthy to clean. Ethos Upland Performance Shop Starting Price: $2,999 Get Model Details. Impossible. This is extremely frustrating for the owner and shooting squad. Midwest Gun Works Gunsmiths can offer you the knowledge and skill that your Benelli firearm deserves. I told him that other than being Super-Ugly, I loved the gun... it was flawless in function. Thank you for When I reviewed the Benelli Ultra Light, I found the trigger to wonderfully adequate, breaking at 5 lbs, 7 oz. Keeping my fingers crossed...until next time. Update on my Power bore (US Ethos). This can give you a semi-automatic softer recoil taste of the tougher That might as well be a shotgun. (Not sure of the US imperial equivalent). I have had this intermittent issue with my Benelli M2 about once every 50 rounds a round will get stuck flat on the lifter and jam. models improve your scores?” What do you think? Whether this failure to fire is fact or fiction, Benelli addressed the concerns with an upgraded Easy Locking System borrowed directly from the launch of the Ethos shotgun a few years back. They all suffer from it. The ramped and tapered rib provided a pointable but unobtrusive sighting plain. The Ethos retails starting at $1999, the SBE3 (with its tragic POI problems) retails at $1899 and up. One of the benefits of inertia-driven operation is that such guns are very capable of cycling even light-for-chambering loads. New models from Benelli are platforms for emerging technology, leaders at solving wingshooters’ problems and smart-manufacturing values that keep costs at what the market will bear. Don't notice it so Welcome to the Benelli Gun Parts section of Midwestgunworks.com. Benelli claims to have fixed it in the SBE3 and the Ethos. Those familiar with the Ethos, and its forebears, will appreciate the “quality of life” upgrades made for the platform are retained in the 28-gauge model. Benelli says this relieves all the stresses caused by hammer-forging the barrel and makes the surface of the bore even-grained and slicker. finish technology for ultimate protection from rust and corrosion. Got this Ethos at the same store where I bought my first No malfunctions. Shells were 1-50 Federal 2 ¾ DE 1 1/8 oz. For Benelli inertia guns, the action was essentially ignored until the Benelli Ethos and the Benelli SBE III, which added a little spring-loaded ball detent to address the “Benelli Click.” The Ethos retails starting at $1999, the SBE3 (with its tragic POI problems) retails at $1899 and up.   Your previous content has been restored. It is advertised to handle all light and heavy loads. This guy is meticulous with his firearms (unlike me, as I absolutely hate cleaning guns). Yes, I'll have to work more on the concept of enough. There was only 1 FTF out of 200 rounds. Had the cartridge latch mechanism replaced, it looks quite different from before. They are excellent guns. Now nearing the My smart phone A Glance At The Reviews On Benelli Shotgun 828U. Well, yeah, I guess that might add up over The first time I But since then I have ran around 1400 shells through it and it has never ran 100% again. I am guessing that since it ran fine on Day 1 but not Day 2 that the fouling etc from Day 1 is what messed up Day 2. I use other guns for plinking and home defense. The ETHOS shotgun line has proven to be an elegant and reliable shotgun incorporating Benelli's latest innovations, refinements, and design superiority. February 8, 2015: Had failure to feed ( FTF) 1 out of 125 rounds #’s: 104. M2 3-Gun Performance Shop. Otherwise, the 28-inch wood-stocked No. Dear Counselor: Thank you for agreeing to consult with me on what I thought was my addiction to shotgun sales pitches, as manifested by my recent purchase of a pretty Benelli Ethos 12-gauge semiautomatic shotgun for $1,916.24, including $91.25 Virginia tax and $25 firearms shipping and handling. Shot by WS & JC. Certifiable shotgun addict. The Ethos looked as gorgeous as its pictures. – a new proprietary finishing technology – prevents rust, corrosion and abrasions. In this segment, American Rifleman's Mark Keefe reviews the Benelli Ethos shotgun. bought eight years ago? Benelli is facing the same issues as Browning was, in 1948, with a twist. This should not be happening to a brand new top of the line Benelli ETHOS shotgun, highly advertised and endorsed by many experts. Benelli’s new line of ETHOS Sport models includes 12-, 20- and 28-gauge versions, each as capable of the highest levels of performance in the dove field as they are on the sporting clays course. the 1100? The first time I went to the range for some skeet and trap shooting I put 5 boxes (125 rounds) through it, and I had one Failure to Feed (FTF) problem. Around the beginning of December 2014 I sent the Benelli Ethos in for service. The first shell ejects fine, but when feeding the second shell it will get stuck before being pushed in by the bolt action. Also my Benelli Nova 20-gauge pump. The Ethos does not have the “Weathercoat” fake wood of the Ultra Light, either, and retains the carbon fiber rib. I was from seven manufacturers over the eight years since my first one. In the pictures here below you can see the barrel removed and where the shotshell (pink) gets stuck and fails to feed (FTF). Semiautos, Oddly Beretta owns Benelli, yet the issue seems to be a problem with the Benelli's. Oakwood - I would send it back to Benelli. × I'm way too frugal. Browse the complete selection of current Benelli shotgun and rifle recoil pads and combs, Including the ComforTech and ComforTech Plus pads and combs. From the first time you throw it to your shoulder it’s got a natural, graceful feel. The Ethos combines the reliability of the proven inertia operating system with light recoil and fast handling, all necessities when a rooster bolts from a cornrow or bobwhites whir out of a … that amount, so don't snake-eye me. 7.6k posts. Send back to Benelli…take to a gunsmith pro? the years. Find a Benelli Dealer. yesterday. Could happen to anyone. Are you still having issues with this? Gun just flat out works. Paste as plain text instead, × the top angels or top painters (even better known than Norman Rockwell). We shall see. Engineers toeing the company line claim the problem doesn't exist, but anyone who's shot one extensively will tell you otherwise. confusing the tool for the cause. It came back after 3 weeks. with firearms than shooting sporting clays? I shoot much much less shotgun now but it does not show any indication of slowing down. i shot 2 rounds of skeet, 23, 23. but the carbon fiber rib came a little loose, i could wiggle it, not fall of loose but loose, not good. What? New to Benelli and bought a M4. firearms shipping and handling. The general problems (or considerations) with Benellis, in general, have long been 1) they kick too much, 2) they cost too much, 3) you can't just ease the bolt into battery (enabling the “Benelli Click”), 4) you can't unload them quickly, 5) they are too hard to load (“Benelli Thumb”), 6) they are ugly, and 7) they don't do well with light loads, In the Ethos, all of these issues have … “Did the march of shotguns toward more expensive It will at the very least have one FTF out of 100 rounds. The Browning Automatic-Five had no competition in the marketplace for well over forty years, until 1948 came along. Benelli has done with the Ethos what many companies have attempted but just couldn’t quite achieve—they ‘ve figured out how to bring truly high-end features to … Not a problem. I’m short armed and the gun felt good in the store, but not on the course. Buy Benelli USA Recoil Pads & Combs online now at the official Benelli USA factory Gear Store. The rest are just temporary until I make up my mind which one to keep after I sell the rest. I have not yet had a chance to take the shotgun to the range to test it and see if the FTF issue had been resolved. Except for size and weight, Benelli’s 20-gauge Ethos looks identical to its older 12-gauge brother and is built on the … In questo momento è in tour per i 50 stati americani e viene messo alla prova in tutte le condizioni ambientali che i vari stati hanno da offrire. the most expensive house in LaLa Manor, but I've worked hard and deserve to be This this a issue or no prob? I might send mine in to have it changed. About 3 months after purchasing, on March 6, 2014 & shooting about 500 rounds, it started with about 10% FTF. I wonder if or when a correction has been made in production? When I sent in my Ethos for service to Benelli they sent me a new shotgun. Benelli Ethos boasts of an operating system that is inertia driven and was manufactured by Benelli back in the 70s. 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