Benelli Performance for $600?!- stoeger m3500 review

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THIS IS MY ONE YEAR LATER REVIEW OF MY STOEGER M3500!!
AFTER ONE WHOLE YEAR OF USING THIS GUN EXTENSIVELY I AM ABSOLUTELY BLOWN AWAY WITH ITS PERFORMANCE!!
THIS GUN HAS CYCLED EVERYTHING FROM 2 3/4 TO 3 1/2 EXTREMELY WELL EVEN WITH MIXING DIFFERENT SIZES TOGETHER!
I DID HAVE ONE BOX OF BLACK CLOUD 3 1/2 THAT CONTINUED TO CATCH THE CRIMP OF THE SHELL AND JAM, THAT WAS ONLY WITH THAT BOX OF SHELLS THOUGH!
FOR THE PRICE THIS GUN GOES FOR IT TRULY IS HARD TO BEAT ITS PERFORMANCE, RELIABILITY, AND DURABILITY THAT IT BRINGS TO THE TABLE!
ALSO THE FACT THAT THIS SHOTGUN HAS THE INERTIA DRIVE SEMI AUTO SYSTEM AND SHOOTS 2 3/4 ALL THE WAY UP TO 3 1/2, IS ONE HELLEVA BONUS AS WELL!!!
OVERALL THIS GUN IS ONE HELLEVA PACKAGE AT ITS PRICE POINT, AND I WOULD EVEN TAKE IT OVER SEMI-AUTOS AT THE HIGH SHELF PRICE POINTS!!
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[@OutandaboutoutdoorswithRon]

Sounds like it made the grade. I do not own a auto loader simply because they jamb. But if that thing holds up I might thanks for the insight.😉👍

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Out and About Outdoors With Ron and Friends this bad boy is truly impressive! Like I said other than that one box of 3 1/2 black cloud I have not had problems with any size jamming.. For the price point I really feel it cannot be best!

[@lexwaldez]

My family and I have run Browning auto loaders hunting ducks and geese for... well for generations. They have never jammed in a blind we've been in, not in seventy years of hunting. Grandpa had his Sweet 16 and me with my Light 12. Those things are money. Same for our BAR Safari's. If you think auto loaders have to jam, just stop buying Remington. I'm going to get one of these Stoegers in cerakote I think though. These look nice. Dunno which to buy first tho... I can't decide between the 3000 and the 3500 so I'm thinking I'll get a 3020 for the kids to dink around with this fall.

[@mikekowal4051]

Me and my Son own The Browning Maxus. We hunt ALOT of birds from dove to big Honkers and neither gun has ever jammed. Yeah I paid 1200.00 for mine and it is worth every penny. I like Stoeger but as long as I can afford to waterfowl hunt I will own a Maxus. Mr Mallard Mike.

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Hell ya man!

[@bobbyflamez8857]

I got mine brand new and took mine out for the first time today shooting clays and shot 75 - 2 3/4 1 1/8 oz target load shells. It only misfired one time and other than that one, it shot like a dream the rest of the time. Im really happy with my purchase!

[@NeilLauinger]

Key to cycling shells through this is clean it and very light coat of lubricant on it when you first get it to remove the factory shipping lubricant. People having issues with cycling don't clean it before firing it when they first get it. I have 3 3500 waterfowl editions (twin boys) with no cycling issues.

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I never had an issue with mine clean or dirty it just runs like a boss!

[@dukeitsk9624]

Had mine for a few years now and no problems whatsoever. I love it!!

[@534stimy]

I've had mine for 3 years. Shot doves, ducks, geese, and turkeys. Never had one jam. 2 3/4 to 3 1/2. Never a jam. 80 degrees. to 12 degrees. Sun, rain, and snow. Never a jam. I love the damn thing. I never have used the recoil reducer. Even with the 3 1/2 shells. I honestly don't notice the recoil.

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I never installed mine it runs too good to mess with it & with the inertia drive most of the recoil is soaked up to load the next shell anyways

[@deadsparrowstattooredmon5570]

after i put through about 100 rounds or so through mine i have no jam's aT all . just shot off 200 plus rounds of 2 3/4 light walmart crap and not a issue

[@chrissheathewoodguy]

I have the m2030 i got after a major accident were i ended up with 8 ancures in my shoulder and was able to shoot all season. deer and turkey. Now i moved up to the m3000 this year and love it. if i can handle this action most people should have no problem. i still have not clean my m2030 once. lots of clay targets. i know i've shoot the m2030 at least 1,000 times. zero issues. now i'll never be able to do the 3.5 but i'm sure it's still fantastic.

[@Epicboss76]

Just bought one never shot it but I cleaned it right away and got that factory grease off. Re oiled it with rem oil and shooting it this weekend. Hopefully it lives up to the expectations. This gun was a good price for being a semi auto and able to shoot any kind a round.

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Thats why I bought one as well, hard finding 3 1/2 capable and the inertia Drive Semi-auto system for under $1000 for a waterfowl gun... but I am very eager to hear how your first experience with it goes!! I only had one box give me a hard time ejecting since that box it has been flawless even when mixing different sizes together in the tube.. it truly is one impressive semi-auto Make sure to comment how your first experience goes!!!

[@brandonmoua2776]

Well how's it held up. I'm a junior hunter and looking to get a new gun

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

It’s held up great!

[@sethparamore64]

I've had mine for almost 3 years now. LOVE IT!!!! Only problem I've had was I used a thick oil when I cleaned it and was shooting 2 3/4 shells on a cold morning and it jammed once in awhile. My own fault for that should have used a thinner oil. Other than my own fault the gun has never failed me. Killed turkey, dove, rabbit, squirrel, snakes, duck, shot at sporting clay complications (out shooting the fancy over under guys🙃) and many more, run 2 3/4 - 3 1/2. Gun does it all. Can't give it enough praise

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Seth Paramore we have all been there! But this gun truly is a workhorse!!

[@karlwendell6177]

Try the M-Pro cleaner and lube

[@iwasadeum]

I've been wanting to get a semi-auto, but was having a hard time swallowing spending $1200+ on a Versa Max, Benelli, or Browning. My brother bought an SX4 that I really liked, and they're in the $700-800 range. But this gun randomly popped up as a recommended video while I've been doing my research, and it really seems to tick all the boxes, and at an amazing price. Seems to have the general Benelli quality, despite being one of the cheapest on the market. The ability to shoot 3.5" is a must, as we do hunt swans in my state (I know smaller shells will do the job - 3.5s just give more wiggle room).

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I have been putting a beating on this shotgun for almost two years now! I didn’t clean her for the first year of use still cycled smooth I did recently have to change out the inertia spring (easy to order and very cheap I bought 3 for $9) Still very happy with purchasing this shotgun!!

[@stonehorn4641]

The SX4 is nice, but its a little front heavy. The Stoeger balances very nicely.

[@rowdybroomstick1216]

Alot of the parts for the Stoeger are made in the same building as binelli is what I was told

[@nebraskahunter100]

Have 2 of them my first one I shot so much I wore it out Stoeger stepped up and got me all new parts runs great same for second one to.

[@codysnyder7341]

Haven't cleaned my m3500 since I bought it new 10 years ago. And never had any problems with it ejecting or jamming. Never ran lead through it. Just 3.5" double B. Shot thousand of rounds through it too. Won't ever buy a different brand .

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

They truly are a workhorse I love it!

[@country_boy21]

I just got the Stoeger m3000 and Max 5 camo. Love it so far

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Cow6oysfan21 stoeger continues to impress myself and one of my prostaff! Just got in my magazine extension for it, will be uploading a video on that shortly!

[@country_boy21]

@@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA I subscribed to your channel also. I have the Carlson extended ported modified choke tube but it seems to be shooting too tight I mostly hunt Dove now

[@rowdybroomstick1216]

I love mine & I've yet to buy a custom choke for turkey hunting yet , I'd like to this turkey season. Harvested a nice 10point with mine at 65 yard's! Had several 30cal in the lungs and heart and few in the neck. He ran 100 yard's but hey dead is dead, the deer had been jumped and was running so I guess the deer had a bunch of adrenaline going, otherwise I think the deer would've probably flopped right there in the trail.

[@kuffs06]

i have no need for a 3.5'' so im looking at the m3000. I really like the satin walnut and cerekote finish!

[@mcslamajama5648]

The 3 inch is awesome! Just bought mine!

[@littlejohnny210]

Stoger is a work horse!

[@ivyleague3224]

I have a benelli sbe2 and I'm not that impressed with it,,, yet. I'm going to get a stoeger m3000 with the burnt bronze finish this week for a field gun and lv the sbe2 for the ducks

[@watchemt.m.2351]

Thanks Jake! This helps big time. -Wes

[@sebathadah1559]

I have to admit i am jealous that your Stoeger has been as nice as it has been for you. Mine was...unfortunate.

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Sorry to hear that, both mine & my pro staffers m3500 have been gems!

[@siciliancapeverde4646]

I noticed that Black Cloud tends to jam up some shotguns. A few friends of mine have issues with Black Cloud also, and even out of a Benelli SBE3. My 3500 cycles everything else in 3.5" with no issues.

[@WilbertRamos777]

glad I purchased this shotgun 👍🏽

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

It is a great one! We will be comparing it to it’s slightly higher price point brother the Franchi Affinity 3 on fridays upload!!

[@WilbertRamos777]

@@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA nice ill tune in to it thanks 👍🏽

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Thanks man! We have a lot of tests coming between those two models! To see what the difference truly is between price points

[@WilbertRamos777]

@@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA that's awesome man 👍🏽

[@TheYjmfan]

I’m going for the m3k but can’t collect it at the moment due to covid.

[@dippincountry23]

I've owned my stoeger for 6 years and the only complaint I have is the sight where did you get your green sight??

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Rogers sporting goods has killer front sight setups

[@NeilLauinger]

The new 3500 waterfowl editions come with the green site. It is easier to see then orange or red.

[@jameshager776]

You had me until the “Let’s go Sabre’s” 😂.. Let’s go Pens!

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

James Hager love it! My family is from Pittsburgh! But love my Sabres!

[@jameshager776]

Blue Collar Outdoors USA nothing wrong with a little friendly competition! Best of luck this year, safe hunting my friend!

[@Pincheemoska]

I have a Stoeger M3500 and there is absolutely no spring in the stock, and I’ve taken mine apart many times tryn to figure out why it keeps jamming and not cycling, it was great till year two.

[@KoolChair]

I've had mine for 3 years. Over 3 thousand shells through it no issues.

[@rowdybroomstick1216]

Mine had the huge spring and the massive machined 5 inch long chunk of steel, the instructions said you take away or add depending upon what you're doing, I leave mine in because it reduces kick, without mine kicks the crap out of my shoulder.

[@raulterrazas5533]

The weight in the stock makes it jam

[@raulterrazas5533]

The weight in the stock makes it jam

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I never put mine in lol

[@laurelmckotch6656]

would a stoeger m3000 be good for my first semi auto shotgun

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Depends what you want it for I would say it’d do a great job

[@zynfantry]

Was gonna buy this gun. Decided to get the sx4 last second.

[@watchemt.m.2351]

Whats your thoughts so far on your SX4?

[@zynfantry]

Watchem T.M. It’s a awesome gun. Money well spent. I would highly recommend it

[@joebaxter1936]

Can you shoot any buckshot out of the m3500? Whether it be 2-3/4, 3 and 3-1/2 shells

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Yessir

[@rowdybroomstick1216]

It's a serious performer with the modified choke and I believe you can go tighter with number one buck opposed to double 00 buck which is safer to stop at modified

[@jarodcurley807]

Where are the other updates?!?!?!?

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Jarod Curley we are waiting til after the first duck/goose season to do our continued tests

[@dodgeville21b]

What fell off of the buttstock at 4:49?

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I’m assuming snow but I’ll check after work

[@houaworlds3067]

Can this m3500 safety button switch to a left hand shooter?

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I’m not sure I know they sell left handed stoegers, but I’m not sure if that can switch or not..

[@dennykitchens8598]

I have the benelli m2 me and the m4 if I was to do it over I would not get them again its was more of a status thing I best I shoot them ones or twice a year at best

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I’m loving my affinity 3 & m3500 as well!

[@toddbiederman3542]

I have one and it will fire the first she'll then click on the second. Driving me crazy

[@frostfire6777]

I know how to fix your problem if you’re interested, I have a stoeger m3500 and I know the solution to this problem.

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Hit em with it!

[@Datsyukiandeke]

​@@frostfire6777i know this is an old comment but how did you fix it?

[@nono-mk7jg]

im sold

[@godslittleman5451]

Stoeger makes their stocks to long Feelin like I have to reach way out there

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Well they may not fit you but they fit both of us, that’s why it’s important to shoulder a shotgun before purchasing

[@rickalbuquerque1205]

@@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA they fit both of us LOL

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

My man 🕺🏼

[@JJ-cq9hg]

Does it cycle 2 3/4 inch rounds fine ?

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

You betcha

[@stevecarvalho1364]

Saying you've shot it a lot doesn't tell us anything....! How many rounds before you cleaned it?? to some people 500 rounds would be a lot, to others maybe 100.... How many is a lot?

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I didn’t clean it for over a year & half taking it afield for waterfowl etc I shot over 1000 shells easy

[@stevecarvalho1364]

@@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA Thank you. That's very useful information. 1000 rounds would definitely be A LOT... Thanks again

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Yessir and in waterfowl conditions being soaked muddy froze this gun has handled it all

[@viscious_uv2]

Can use this for home defense?

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Ulice Veasey yes you could

[@iacrocant]

Where you boys at in western, NY? I’m in Monroe county. If you guys ever wanna Hunt together. Or if you are looking for more prostaff. I produce alotta hunting content

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Anthony Iacovino always looking to build the staffer team as well as down to hunt with others!! Look up us on Facebook: Blue Collar Outdoors USA & let’s talk!

[@Macdaddy22713]

Where about in NY are you

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Chautauqua county! You?

[@nono-mk7jg]

is yours a 28" barrel ?? it looks long!

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

no no yessir 28 inches

[@223enema]

The gun looks longer because Benelli-style inertia guns usually have a 1.5 - 2” longer receiver then gas guns.

[@Hitter5658]

I think I heard him say 28"

[@keithmarotz3698]

Think this would drop a deer ?

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Keith Marotz with the right setup barrel/choke I believe it could

[@stonehorn4641]

Absolutely. Any 12 guage will drop a deer

[@paulbleasdale9121]

Keith Marotz my m3500 dropped a nice buck 65 yards stock. I changed nothing just did the 75 round break in.

[@stonehorn4641]

Paul Bleasdale m3500 is a great shotgun. I prefer gas to inertia because I duck hunt, and the faster it cycles the better, but I trust my Stoeger M3500 just as much as my Super Black Eagle 3 and my SX4. It’s bulletproof and never fails to cycle. Good waterfowl gun.

[@codytaylor2194]

Stogers are great guns ..but the only thing that is a Benelli ..is a Benelli...sure there expensive but you get what you pay for and chances are that Benelli will last a lifetime being beat to hell and smiling about it

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I sold mine, I just didn’t like how it shot not my cup of tea sounds stupid but it’d take my Franchi over any benelli anyday

[@christophermercer2632]

The spring is under the forearm on a stoeger?

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

I don’t believe so as it’s inertia driven I would assume it’s the stock as that’s where the recoil reducer would go But I may be wrong

[@christophermercer2632]

Disassemble it the action spring is under the forearm the recoil reducer is just a weight

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

@christophermercer2632 interesting!

[@Idciydhmb]

This gun is trash! Do yourself a favor and spend the extra money on a SBE2 or something else! Failure to ejects wayyyy too much, and if your a hunter that’s a no No! Would be better off with an over and under tbh

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Bitchin’ Fishin’ I have yet to truly have a problem with this gun and I haven’t even cleaned it and put it through some hard conditions and it proved itself time & time again, I used to own a SBE2, and I’d take this over it any day of the week In my experiences comparing both the stoeger was more accurate out of the box, easier to clean, and has held up better without the daily clean unlike my old SBE2

[@Idciydhmb]

Blue Collar Outdoors USA yours might by okay but I’ve seen multiple ones fail way to often to even consider buying one, I’d also like to see a video of you shooting yours to see if it is reliable enough to cycle through 3 boxes of ammo without any problems! Just overall a gamble of a gun! Would never EVER buy a Stoeger for a home defense gun and still not reliable enough for a ‘good’ hunting gun.

[@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA]

Bitchin’ Fishin’ I have a couple videos of cycling ammo on here, one on my personal channel that was when it was 3 degrees out.. cycled every time Another prostaffer bought one and it’s held up through every test we’ve put them through

[@KoolChair]

@@BlueCollarOutdoorsUSA I've had mine for 3 years no issues. 3 thousand shells through it and still going. I do maintain it very well however.

[@coryjohnson8206]

Stoager is owned by benalli