NRA Gun of the Week: Benelli 828U Sport

Published on August 14, 2020
Duration: 4:25

This guide provides an overview of the Benelli 828U Sport, a competition-grade over-under shotgun. It details its patented steel locking system, receiver material, customization options like shims and adjustable trigger, and recoil management features such as the Progressive Comfort system. The information is presented with a professional and technical tone, highlighting the shotgun's advanced mechanics and adaptability for competitive shooting.

Quick Summary

The Benelli 828U Sport is a competition-grade over-under shotgun featuring a patented steel locking system, a steel receiver for better balance and recoil reduction, and the Progressive Comfort system for managing recoil across various loads. It also offers extensive customization through shims, an adjustable trigger, and balance weights.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to Benelli 828U Sport
  2. 00:34Locking System and Breech Block
  3. 01:04Receiver Material and Weight
  4. 01:35Aesthetics and Materials
  5. 02:04Customization and Ergonomics
  6. 02:22Mechanical Operation
  7. 03:03Ejector System
  8. 03:22Barrel and Chamber Specifications
  9. 03:36Recoil Management

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Benelli 828U Sport shotgun?

The Benelli 828U Sport is a competition-grade over-under shotgun featuring a patented steel locking system, a steel receiver for improved balance, AA-grade walnut stock, and extensive customization options including shims and an adjustable trigger.

How does the Benelli 828U Sport manage recoil?

It utilizes the Progressive Comfort system, which employs resistance fingers that compress under recoil to effectively handle light, field, and magnum loads, reducing felt recoil for the shooter during extended use.

What type of firing system does the Benelli 828U Sport use?

Unlike many Benelli firearms, the 828U Sport employs a mechanical reset system for its firing sequence, ensuring a smoother and more consistent break-open action compared to inertia-based systems.

What customization options are available for the Benelli 828U Sport?

The shotgun comes with nine shims (five drop, four cast) for precise fit adjustment, an adjustable trigger reach, a removable trigger assembly, and provisions for adding weights to fine-tune the gun's balance.

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