Panzer Arms M4 Clone | The Benelli M4 At Home

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In this video, Eric checks out the Turkish-produced Panzer M4 clone, which is available at an unheard-of $500 price point for a full-size, gas-operated, semi-auto 12ga shotgun. Unbelievable. Let's see how she runs!
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[@Iraqveteran8888]

The jacket I'm wearing is my grandpa's Air Force jacket from the Korean War.

[@WrenchHead]

Is your grandpa the same grandpa that Edwin has? 😂

[@user-jd4xo7gn7h]

A little weird humor for you : In Canada, they come labeled "Aksa" not panzer, they have the M1014 full length mag tube and there is no mag restriction. But it does come with a plastic dowl in the tube. The irony is not lost.

[@BrianWalshTV]

at first glace i thought it was an ode to the great Paul Harrell!

[@christophernolen4117]

Hats off to your grandpappy! Respect!

[@WrenchHead]

@@BrianWalshTV same here, I need to get some myself now lol.

[@WhuDhat]

Eric has morphed into some odd combination of Hickok 45 and Paul Harrell

[@eancola6111]

And bubbles from trailer park boys

[@leemalco8715]

@@eancola6111 😂😂😂. Bubbles. That’s priceless!

[@terryfaugno9242]

And it's a wonderful thing.

[@charlieboi6370]

Nice call

[@01backpack]

I stopped watching Hickok years ago because of his cocky ego.

[@terryfaugno9242]

I have an OG M4 and a Panzer that I got 2-3 years ago. Runs great, and as you noted, is 1:1 compatible with any aftermarket parts that fit the Benelli. Turkish shotguns have a not unearned spotty reputation for, ah, shall we say "variable" quality, but Panzer seems to have gotten it right. My own personal name for the wave of M4 clones is the "Turknelli M-Faux".

[@JohnDoe-yc7xq]

"1:1 compatible with any aftermarket parts that fit the Benelli" That's not 100% accurate, there are a number of aftermarket parts that don't fit. I got a magazine extension tube for mine, made for the M4, which didn't fit. Have yet to find one that fits.

[@ZER0_G]

I dig the name you came up with

[@telleymartinez2529]

@@JohnDoe-yc7xqtry Dave’s Metal Works.

[@acinfla9615]

Holy crap. These clones have become an option. I think I need one.

[@Judge102]

They're definitely worth the money. Only malfunctions I've had was due to the ammo being less than 1350 fps. I've shot 1345 and 1330 fps and it cycled perfectly tho.

[@JD-tn5lz]

DON'T do it. I've owned two. One worked well, mostly. Required several parts from Benelli to run reliably, but I don't trust it anymore. The second one was a complete disaster. Good luck with warranty service. No, they are NOT clones. They are copies and poor ones at that.

[@TheJMan1K]

@@JD-tn5lzif one worked well and just needed a few parts then why not? Still way cheaper than a benelli even a used one.

[@telleymartinez2529]

I have no issues with mine. Clean it thoroughly once you get it and it will perform well.

[@dchavez1528]

I bought a mag feed Panzer pump for $200, and it simply goes bang every time.

[@nickrussett259]

Hey eric, don't forget to keep smiling my friend. There's so much going on in the world these days sometimes we could lose sight of the stuff that made us who we are. Don't forget to have fun brother! Let's see some more videos like this

[@bendyer1465]

I love the wood furniture on that thing, a combat shotty with a traditional look

[@DukeNuggets69]

Almost thought this channel wasn't about guns anymore for a while.

[@Mrkeats5487]

Would love to see it after 1000 to 2000 rounds

[@craigwilleto5674]

Throw in a few boxes of 3-inch magnums I doubt it makes it there

[@callum1465]

It couldn’t make it to 500

[@bracoop2]

Salty

[@billboyden9489]

Eric is a national gem. He is the best

[@repentnow1720]

Eric - I'll wait for the TFBTV 500 round burndown test before I buy anything from Turkey; but thank you for the review - it is pretty.

[@calebdoner]

My thoughts exactly.

[@stevenkennedy4130]

The Stoeger M3000 Tacticool.

[@alexanderthagreat840]

Panzer already did one that’s 500rds on their own KZbin channel.

[@repentnow1720]

@@alexanderthagreat840 Yes, indeed they did (and it lived - I saw that video). However, another YT channel did one, and their's came apart at shell number 504, so I'm looking for a 3rd data point.

[@Lavabird827]

@@repentnow1720 still, that's 4 more than the regular 500 rounds that is usually the case. Not even the KSG was able to survive 500 rounds

[@wayne-oo]

Great to see a video finally !!!

[@Sagittariustoo]

That's one of the best-looking clones I've ever seen, and I usually hate clones.

[@thatoneguy454c]

I like the furniture. Wood and shotguns just go together like butter and toast.

[@paulpence8895]

Thats insane, $500... Have a H&K Benelli M1 Super 90 bought new in 94, $749... friend I worked with had an FFL, so that was dealer cost in 94... Now Im watching this and cant believe it's 30 yrs old... Full tube, 8+1, ghost ring, pistol grip etc... Still 99.9%... Love the walnut furniture on that!!!

[@bidenhasdementia8657]

As for the "longevity" aspect, you put more rounds through it than most people ever will.

[@garylee9738]

I bought the MAC 1014, went to the gun store to have a look at it and was really impressed. Even the guy behind the counter was impressed. Really well packaged and the wood was beautiful. The beech was smooth and just felt great.

[@gixxerlouis]

the guy selling you a fiat is actually impressed too!

[@dgunearthed7859]

​@@gixxerlouislol

[@TheHangarmenBand]

fun watching you shoot. Thanks!

[@ValidSurvival]

I'm intrigued by its affordability and the potential to mimic the performance of the Benelli M4. Definitely worth a closer look for those on a budget looking for a reliable semi-auto 12ga shotgun.

[@crushingexistentialism]

But will it pass the TFBTV James Reeves shotgun burndown? No. No it won't.

[@toddk1377]

If you want a reliable shotgun on a budget, go with a Maverick 88. Reliable and budget in terms of semi auto shotguns mixes about as well as oil and water. People hyped up those Black Aces shotguns so much for a while there and when it came to a 500 round test, failure, big time. For the occasional weekend warrior, hey, have at it, but for anything serious or if you want a shotgun to last a lifetime, the investment is worth it.

[@jdigi1015]

Thanks Eric. Awesome!!

[@cool_breeze_actual9643]

Nice to see the evolution of your growth and the channel. I'm impressed, I'm gonna have to look into this

[@AdamWeber-pi1gs]

I bought the Tactical model early last year and put all the goodies on it; i.e., collapsible stock, extended mag tube and oversized charging handle. I made sure to follow the manufacturer's advice and first put 100 high-brass shells through it to break in the gas system. After that, it has run 100% everything I have put in the tube, from slugs to that cheap-ass Walmart red-hulled skeet shot. The gun doesn't care, I can even mix the loads up and it still runs them. Will it last 10,000 rounds? My grand kids will let you know.

[@aubreyholmes1235]

Bought one a few months ago. Absolutely love it!

[@michaeldunn7716]

I just saw one at a local gun store! I was very impressed. I don't go to anyplace else to watch you. I don't have time to go to all these other places. I'm on you tube and rumble.

[@trynsurviven2440]

I’ve been curious about this one and have to say it looks good so far.

[@LuisHernandez-kj6ps]

I absolutely love your channel bro! Keep up that badass content!

[@AllAboutSurvival]

it's impressive to see a Turkish-made shotgun rivaling the Benelli M4

[@doublezzranch849]

TFBTV with James Reeves has a great "burn down" on this shotgun. He runs them for one thousand rnds or they break. Well worth the watching.

[@aarondmason808]

It’s obvious you don’t watch his videos. James does 500 rounds on his shotgun videos

[@kindercannon2280]

“Rivaling” would be a bit strong…. Maybe imitating at best.

[@kindercannon2280]

@@doublezzranch849pretty sure, no Turkish auto or pump has survived his burn down videos… only Italians and Americans hold that honor.

[@Barikade]

Weeeelll, the savage Stevens 320 made that list recently and that's an American made in the PRC by sun city

[@ChristianGrest]

Been wanting to pick one of these up to play with. Really cool! Thanks for sharing!

[@Johnpurtee]

I’ve had my panzer m4 for 2 years now. Purchased it new for 300 bucks. I had 2 fail to feeds in my first 15 rounds fired. Then it never missed. I’ve got 300+ rounds through it. It’s been cleaned once. Not one issue. About 200 of those rounds have been either #7.5 or #8 federal birdshot. I personally like it better than my beretta 1301 tactical. Less recoil.

[@naturallite71]

I love my Panzer arms shotguns. Thanks for doing this review.

[@NWeagle888]

For those interested. I have the panzer, $400. My son has the Benelli $1800. We purchased at the same time. We did not tear them down, we did not shoot high brass first on either of them. We have been shooting them side by side and are now at 500 rounds each. Both going great. My other son shot both and we did not tell him which was which. Conclusion, he thought the Benelli had a little less recoil and the Panzer was easier to load. Thats it.

[@chrislo2731]

I love mine! The very first 5 rounds I had to rack the charging handle each time, S&B slugs. I was nervous at first, then I ran fiocchi defense with no issue and after that it ran everything flawlessly , #7 birdshot , old dusty turkey loads I had laying around and the S&B slug sport and defensive. approximately 200 rds in total. happy camper as of right now.

[@westcoastwarriorsarchive7929]

were the slugs under 1200 fps? I saw another video where the guy said that it wont run under 1200 fps loads.

[@chrislo2731]

@@westcoastwarriorsarchive7929 I made sure the first 50 rounds were above 1200. The S&B claims 1345 fps .

[@toddk1377]

When I bought my Beretta 1301 tactical, I didn't even clean it or oil it, out of the box I ran 300 shells of that cheap value pack crap you buy at Walmart, 200 shells of that cheap fiocchi like Eric ran in the video, and some Remington buckshot and slugs. I only had one failure, which was I didn't bring enough ammo! I ran out way to dang fast! It runs like a sewing machine, no failures of any kind. My dad's Charles daily has a fte or ftf I swear every five to ten shots, which is why I won't shake a stick at Turkish shotguns. Hopefully Panzer will be the exception to the rule, but I'm hoping James does a shotgun burn down test on one eventually. I know Panzer supposedly did their own, but we all know when a manufacturer is gonna market their product, they will make sure it's the best of the best, otherwise it's counter intuitive to market their product.

[@westcoastwarriorsarchive7929]

@@toddk1377 he already did. He torture tested some other no name m4 clone and when it died decided they're all the same.

[@toddk1377]

@@westcoastwarriorsarchive7929 That makes sense.

[@_BAYOU_]

i bought my panzer m4 last year and so far i only had 1 time the gun didnt work properly and it was my second shot, but after charging the bolt it ran perfect. so far have only put 200 rounds through it but i would say its a wonderful gun

[@D0nt_Tread_On_Me]

Want one!

[@timothyfoster6169]

Love how eric was immediately stoked about those first shots. Nice shooting boss

[@Gator_needs_his_gat]

Awesome video thanks for the years of entertainment, guidance, and knowledge!

[@motorcitymadman146]

Great video , MM K

[@williameberhart3505]

Great video, thanks.

[@robertross3358]

Great Video ! I've been looking for a newer video on the Panzer Arms M4 . I'm thinking of getting the Marine version with the skeleton stock ... I already have the multi-position butstock and a set of wood stocks for it ! Go Panzer !!!

[@I_am_ENSanity]

For $500 - $600 they are an absolute great buy.

[@jaysizzlegman7621]

@Iraqveteran8888 I've seen reports from some other KZbin gunners that these Panzer M4 clones fall apart quickly after less than 500 rounds... Cheap steel reportedly the reason. Would like to see you run a few hundred rounds through this gun and report your findings.

[@toddk1377]

That's when you call James Reeves, he's the man when it comes to the shotty's.

[@Johnpurtee]

I’ve run 300+ rounds through my panzer in the last 2 years. And I like it better than my beretta 1301 tactical. Less recoil and it works.

[@MrZachxd]

Yes!!! I wanna see it pur through the paces.

[@CowBeatsCrow]

​@@JohnpurteeWell some people actually use their guns.

[@Arthurian.]

​@@Johnpurteeare you implying your Beretta does not work?

[@ericbauer4897]

I'm getting one of these!!! Looks damn good with the wood furniture.

[@Timcanniff311]

I couldn’t go Turkish anymore too many issues so I ponied up for a beretta semi automatic and glad I did, the version he has looks nice wish my beretta had wood on it

[@unkownuser5809]

Fresh out of the box review is an excellent idea.

[@ginsboy2003]

I have one and I love it. I also have a SDS S4 and I love it as well.

[@jairustheadventurer3935]

Just got the same model... LOVE IT

[@HaiNguyen88888]

Yup

[@robertelmo7736]

Where's best place to get one?

[@JettaManDesigns]

Got mine from Classic Firearms​@@robertelmo7736

[@HaiNguyen88888]

I got mines from the palmetto state armory website

[@jairustheadventurer3935]

@@robertelmo7736 PSA has em

[@JettaManDesigns]

Great review Eric. I have one that im customizing and i love ❤ it. I swapped the 5rd mag to 7rds and added a plus one extension so if i ghost load i can get 10 in 😁. Many other mods as well. My trigger is currently at Briley MFG to get the last parts to remain 922r complient. I cant wait to unveil the final product.

[@jamesstewart924]

I have Panzer BP12 bullpup and love it.

[@gsGs-xb6um]

Love the range video

[@bimmerfan729]

Nice! Glad you finally got your hands on one. That wood furniture version might need to have a spot in my safe…

[@guinnessman4668]

nice video, good commentary

[@joshmiller1092]

Very nice shotgun Eric

[@g54b95]

This ran pretty good so far and Benelli's patents may be up, but I will reserve judgement on the quality until I see a good old fashioned Turkish shotgun burndown. Maybe James Reeves already did one. I'll check. ** U P D A T E ** I checked James' video, and he reviewed an SDS Imports Tac 12 (another Turknelli). So, not this gun, although there he did provide a link to someone else who had similar issues with the Panzer Arms Eric has here (300 rounds).

[@psycopaintball22]

He did, it didn't go well

[@ulflyng4072]

@@psycopaintball22 Link? Can not find what you talk about

[@fsb_-bf3th]

The question is did he do a Panzer Arms M4 burndown or just a turkish clone burndown?

[@outdoorinwithzach]

It wasn't a panzer arms. They did their own burndown for 500 rounds and it did great.

[@toddk1377]

​@@outdoorinwithzach I would prefer James's test over theirs. Reason being, they could have cherry picked that gun(s) for good marketing where James would buy one like you or I would and run it as is. Sure, Panzer might be the exception to the rule, but even if it is or was, I'd still trust a well known quality shotgun by a manufacturer who has a reputation of reliable firearms like Benelli or Beretta, even at three to four times the cost.

[@mphillips5366]

Cool video. Love the enthusiasm. Turkey firearm game is looking nice. I still prefer the made in USA stamp, but budget allowing its nice to know you can thrash on a quality budget firearm. Ive got a Taurus. Great example of capitalizing on an old but quality patent.

[@CarolinaAnglingCo]

That thing is awesome!

[@charlesjames5477]

Awesome shotgun i might have to get one of theses

[@robertqueberg4612]

The 26” model that you mentioned, would be a good pick for calling coyotes, for close work. As usual, you have a believable presentation.

[@leeb4607]

I have had mine for about a year. And I in the middle of my second case of buckshot. It has been 100% even with some reduced recoil skeet loads I had.

[@user-it7sj7kt1v]

Waiting for the 26 inch barrel that's insane 💯

[@Pompomgrenade]

Thanks Eric. Finally some decent news in the world

[@clh7312]

Love it!

[@rbarnhart2753]

I love my Panzer M4! I haven’t had any trouble out of it at all.

[@gixxerlouis]

have you actually shot it? lol serious question..

[@DocMustafa]

@@gixxerlouisThat is the kicker question. Most people don’t have problems with it, because they’re not shooting it like an avid shooter would.

[@favor4afavor823]

How many rounds do you have through it?

[@gixxerlouis]

@@favor4afavor823 define “through it”…rounds that actually fired? Rounds ran through the mag trying to clear malfunctions? Both? Lol

[@christopherallen6548]

My M4 panzer ran smoothly out of the box. No issues. Fed high brass, low brass, and cheap Walmart ammo. No issues at all. The only part not interchangeable is the + 2 magazine tube. Panzer arms does make them; however, can not import them

[@Firewalker2384]

I've been wanting so bad to get one of these but was waiting to see a review from someone I consider reputable now I gotta get my gun shop to order one

[@toddk1377]

I'd suggest to not buy this shotgun on an impulse. Want a good reliable shotgun and don't have one, the Maverick 88 is a great option, otherwise I'd highly recommend saving up and buying the real deal, which has a reputation and a genuine warranty to back it up. My dad has gone through over five Turkish shotguns over the years because each one seems to have problems, pumps, semi autos, even some over and unders. I had a Remington 870 for almost 16 years with thousands upon thousands of shells fired through it and it never failed me. Then last year picked up a Beretta 1301 tactical and yeah it was pricey, it ran flawless and eats anything fed into it. It's worth the money for a quality investment if you ever plan to bet your life on it or if you're an avid shooter. For the occasional 20 shots here and there and maybe some hunting, then whatever floats your boat, but if you buy one and have an issue with it, you'll always be second guessing it's reliability, especially when you may need it most.

[@michaeldowney6533]

Ok I'm sold. I've been looking at shotguns lately and i think i just found the one. Thanks for the video Eric.

[@DylanDraper-bc3ow]

The walnut furniture goes super hard

[@fhorst41]

I pick mine up on Sunday. My FFL is a gunsmith, so I had him install the mag tube extension right away.

[@JosephAlanMeador]

😂this was a good time and it shows! Thanks bro, you keep on keeping on

[@cliffthompson4149]

Come on man what did that hominy ever do to you?😂 I've been waiting for this gun to come out. I can't wait to get my hands on one! God bless you always brother and thank you for producing your videos. 🙏

[@douglasduda9826]

I have never seen grits made in such a manner...I must keep his in mind...

[@HAHA.GoodMeme]

Very very intriguing and quite possibly my next purchase

[@shortbarrel6781]

The gun just amazes me. Saw some military shooting them one day at my club aand inquired about them. When the told me they were clones I could not believe it. I bought one and he has ran and ran and ran. I have shot a ton, my son, his friends, loaned it out to club members and on and on. Just a terrific shotgun. One of the best deals in the shooting world!

[@ban-0ne77]

It looks awesome love it! From what I have read and seen atf have certain criteria for the +2 mag tub to be legal.

[@xtremearmor]

Oh, I like the price on that nice looking shotgun. Sure do like the wood finish. It sure ran well with those different types of ammo.

[@clutchcargo1239]

I like the walnut furniture.

[@sg51psd04]

Nice M-65 Eric!

[@t215tactical8]

I have one it's a great gun ! Runs like a champ

[@--RSL--]

I like it. Nice price too!

[@jamessanders7408]

My son got one and he really likes it

[@bendabutcha]

Ive got the m4 panzer in the marine. Its great

[@Andy152R]

Had mine for a few years. I love it. After break in, it will eat anything I throw at it. GGG single point sling, collapsible stock, Dave's Metal Works extended mag tube, Carlton breacher choke, Hayl Rail forend and a Mesa Tactical solid aluminum side saddle. I was thoroughly impressed. Unlike other Turknellis, this company QC's their parts.

[@jeraldgunderson4349]

Looks exactly like a young John Goodman with those glasses.

[@dillontimm9442]

God damn Eric, you look good with those glasses. For real the younger Hickok / Paul Harrell.

[@fmj8329]

Mine didn't ran that fiocchi 1250 low Brass at First, then after some high brass started fitting way better

[@Judge102]

I recently bought a MAC "M4" clone and so far I love it.

[@jimheatherton7155]

Good video I did one as well. Mine absolutely won’t feed Fiocchi ammo. And I tried to interchange my benelli parts to my Genelli m4 won’t fit. But mine runs like a champ with Remington 00 buck and super x 00 and slugs

[@Sheppard2030]

I'd love to give one a go.

[@AusJackal]

I like the walnut.. makes it better looking than the original..

[@Maurice3774]

Got the eg240 it's nice too

[@rickpullins8590]

Cool shotgun

[@mrsnickers2003]

I run the Aksa S4. One to one compatable, as I have many parts made for the M4 in it. No issue yet. I understand many of these are made in the same factory.

[@pjbarney9580]

very nice... I like the wood. I put the +2 mag on mine... and velcro side saddle and another one on the stock... I can put 9 rounds in the gun and 13 more on the gun... one of my favorite budget buckshot ammo types works great

[@glockster68]

where did you get the +2 tube from?

[@pjbarney9580]

@@glockster68 I don't remember... I took it off my supernova... lol

[@ericrumpel3105]

I got my MAC 1014 3 weeks ago, .....& WOW !!! only 200 rounds into it, but, ZERO malfunctions & 75 of those rounds have been as fast as I can pull the trigger. I took it apart out of the box, looked it over/cleaned some/oiled, ran 25 rounds, repeat & nothing since & still going zero malfunctions with 1140fps/8shot to 3" mag. OObuck & all in between, so ordered me another......lol

[@jefftaylortaylor5836]

I appreciate your take on gun reviews, I used to follow you twitter before I gave up on that devil...I always liked how you didn't take crap from the gun grabbers.

[@bryanporter3920]

Right when I was thinking of buying one

[@davidperrigo4420]

Got mine a month ago, got a safety harbor firearms 7 round mag tube and it runs like a champ, if you want I’ll dm you a video of me mag dumping it

[@coffeeandlifting]

Damn that furniture looks good.

[@MrBubbydoo]

Cool vid. would it run the mini shells?? I doubt it ,but be crazy 20 auto shells

[@Trad-Am]

I don't know if other Turkish clones do it, but the benelli/barretta licensed stoeger, comes with a bunch of packing grease, and has to be cleaned off, and lubed with oil, before running reliably.

[@GhettoFabulous99]

I absolutely love mine.

[@russellvonastel7111]

Impressive, I'm buying one, today

[@ipsykotik]

please don't and save your money. This company doesn't deserve your money.