Why I Won't Buy a Benelli M2- Nutnfancy

Published on January 27, 2018
Duration: 29:51

Nutnfancy critically reviews the Benelli M2, highlighting its high price point and historical issues with light loads, contrasting it with more reliable and affordable competitors like the Mossberg 930. Despite its durable build and features like the Comfortech system, the M2's tendency to fail with common ammunition and the necessity for expensive aftermarket modifications for competition render it a poor value proposition for the reviewer.

Quick Summary

Nutnfancy criticizes the Benelli M2 for its high price and unreliability with light loads, often requiring expensive aftermarket parts for competition. He prefers modern gas-operated systems that offer better recoil and load versatility for the money.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Benelli Reputation
  2. 01:58Inertia System & Load Sensitivity
  3. 05:22Price Point & Market Competition
  4. 07:05Reliability Failures & 3-Gun Mods
  5. 13:33Technical Features & Ergonomics
  6. 19:15Final Verdict: Won't Buy M2

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main criticisms of the Benelli M2 shotgun?

The primary criticisms include its high price point (around $1,500 MSRP), its inertia-driven system's tendency to struggle with lightweight birdshot, and the need for expensive aftermarket modifications to be competition-ready for 3-Gun.

How does the Benelli M2 compare to the Mossberg 930 JM Pro?

Nutnfancy finds the Mossberg 930 JM Pro to be more reliable across a wider variety of ammunition and significantly cheaper (less than half the price) than the Benelli M2, making it a better value proposition.

Why is the Benelli M2's load sensitivity a problem?

The M2's inertia system often fails to cycle properly with low-recoil or cheap birdshot, which is unacceptable for a premium shotgun intended for various uses, including hunting and defense where ammunition variety is key.

What modifications are common for the Benelli M2 in 3-Gun competitions?

3-Gun shooters often add enlarged loading ports, Taran Tactical lifters, and oversized bolt knobs to their Benelli M2 shotguns to improve reliability and handling, suggesting the shotgun isn't fully optimized out-of-the-box.

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