The Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 (SBE3) builds upon a decades-long legacy of excellence, offering waterfowl hunters a combination of precision, reliability, and comfort. Designed for the most demanding hunting environments, the SBE3 incorporates cutting-edge features while refining key aspects from its predecessors.
 
Key Features
Inertia-Driven System: The hallmark of Benelli shotguns, this system ensures smooth cycling and minimal maintenance, making it highly reliable across harsh conditions.
Comfort Tech 3 Recoil Reduction: A new recoil management system that reduces felt recoil with strategically placed dampening chevrons and a cushioned comb, offering unmatched comfort during extended hunts.
Easy Locking Bolt System: Prevents misfires by ensuring the bolt locks securely, even when eased forward—addressing a common issue in earlier models.
Ergonomic Enhancements: Features oversized bolt handles, safety, and release buttons, designed to be easily operated while wearing gloves.
Cryogenically Treated Barrel: Improves shot patterns and increases durability by reducing internal friction and stress on the metal.
Versatile Barrel Options: Available with 26- and 28-inch barrels, suited for both waterfowl hunting and clay shooting.
 
Generational Improvements
The SBE3 incorporates numerous improvements over the previous models, focusing on both reliability and ergonomics:
Easy Locking Bolt System: A key improvement from the SBE2, the new bolt ensures full lock-up and eliminates misfires caused by incomplete bolt closure.
Enhanced Recoil Management: The Comfort Tech 3 system outperforms the earlier version, providing better recoil mitigation, even with 3.5-inch magnum loads.
Redesigned Controls: Larger, glove-friendly controls replace smaller components, making the shotgun easier to handle in freezing conditions.
Upgraded Loading Port and Magazine: The loading port is widened, allowing faster reloads, and the shotgun now features a simplified magazine system for easy field maintenance.
 
Awards and Recognition
The Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 has earned multiple prestigious awards for its outstanding performance:
Golden Bullseye Award from American Rifleman for Shotgun of the Year.
Ballistic’s Best Readers' Choice Award for Sporting Shotgun of the Year.
These honors highlight the SBE3’s innovative design, reliability, and broad consumer appeal, solidifying its place as a top-tier waterfowl shotgun.
 
Applications
Waterfowl Hunting: Optimized for harsh weather and long days in the field, the SBE3’s versatility shines in both duck blinds and goose fields.
Clay Shooting: The lightweight design and smooth cycling make it a great option for clay courses.
Cold Weather Operation: With oversized controls and rugged construction, the SBE3 performs well even in extreme conditions.
 
Specifications
Gauge: 12
Chamber: 3.5 inches
Barrel Options: 26 and 28 inches
Weight: 7 lbs
Stock: Synthetic with Comfort Tech 3 system
 
The Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 combines a legendary reputation with meaningful innovations to deliver a shotgun that performs under the toughest conditions. With its award-winning design and user-focused improvements, it remains a top choice for hunters and shooting enthusiasts.
 
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