Benelli "Ethos"

[Daniel Cary]

Long ago now, I was on the search for an Autoloader, O/U. Simply field, upland, throwing clays, etc. I had no idea how lightweight Shotguns had become.

I went back as I decided on the A5 .. until I shouldered the Ethos, "Perfect Fit". I didn't research it prior & it has yet to be used. Just curious anyone's take on it. Thank you,

 

[BeeMaa]

The Ethos is the top of the line inertia driven shotgun in timber trim. Equally at home for upland birds and waterfowl with 3" or shorter shells and you provide proper care after the hunt. Shooting clays should be a breeze.

Inertia shotguns are typically lighter and have fewer parts than a gas driven shotgun of the same bore. They are also much cleaner to run because no gasses are used to cycle the action The downside is dealing with the added felt recoil from the lighter weight and some don't like the way an inertia gun feels in recoil vs a gas driven. Another downside is that inertia drives sometimes don't like lighter loads. I've never had a problem cycling 7/8 oz and 1 oz loads through either of my SBE's, but I believe they recommend a minimum of 1 1/8 oz loads.

The SBE3 I currently have easliy breaks clays and down birds, regardless of weather as long as I do my part. Took me about half an hour to completely strip down and reassemble after this week long trip of mud and rain for a deep clean. And no, it didn't need it at all.

You have a stellar shotgun there and the only thing wrong with it, is that you haven't yet had the pleasure of shooting it.

 

[Tucketed]

I love my M2 and SBE they are workhouses. I use for turkey and slug states, my kids for pheasant.

 

[Firebird]

I believe you made a wise choice

 

[Daniel Cary]

The Ethos is the top of the line inertia driven shotgun in timber trim. Equally at home for upland birds and waterfowl with 3" or shorter shells and you provide proper care after the hunt. Shooting clays should be a breeze.

Inertia shotguns are typically lighter and have fewer parts than a gas driven shotgun of the same bore. They are also much cleaner to run because no gasses are used to cycle the action The downside is dealing with the added felt recoil from the lighter weight and some don't like the way an inertia gun feels in recoil vs a gas driven. Another downside is that inertia drives sometimes don't like lighter loads. I've never had a problem cycling 7/8 oz and 1 oz loads through either of my SBE's, but I believe they recommend a minimum of 1 1/8 oz loads.

The SBE3 I currently have easliy breaks clays and down birds, regardless of weather as long as I do my part. Took me about half an hour to completely strip down and reassemble after this week long trip of mud and rain for a deep clean. And no, it didn't need it at all.
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You have a stellar shotgun there and the only thing wrong with it, is that you haven't yet had the pleasure of shooting it.

Awesome hunt!

12/26, excellent fit & shoulders really well.
Glad to Hear! .. even simply the mechanics of how it operates. It's better to hear from owners than Promo Videos.

Thank you, to all.