Description
You’re in a Missouri bottomland stand, the first gray light of dawn creeping through the oaks. A mature whitetail is moving at 80 yards, a shot that demands precision and a stable platform. When it comes to making that single, ethical shot count at extended ranges, you need a purpose-built tool. That’s the Benelli M2 Field 12 Ga Shotgun, 24″ Rifled Slug Barrel, 3″, Black Synthetic. It’s a dedicated slug-hunting shotgun engineered for accuracy with sabot slugs, featuring Benelli’s renowned inertia-driven system in a no-nonsense synthetic stock configuration.
This isn’t your typical field gun for flushing birds. The 24-inch rifled barrel is the heart of the system, designed to stabilize modern, high-performance sabot slugs. That means you can confidently engage targets well beyond the effective range of a smoothbore. The inertia-driven action is famously reliable—it cycles everything from light 2¾-inch target loads to stout 3-inch magnum slugs with minimal felt recoil and virtually zero maintenance. It’s a system that works in the rain, the cold, and the mud, which is exactly where Missouri hunters find themselves. At $1385.27, it represents a serious investment in a dedicated tool for a specific mission.
Key Features
The black synthetic stock is built for abuse. It won’t warp in humidity, crack in the cold, or show the scratches from a season of climbing into treestands. The textured gripping surfaces ensure a solid hold, even with wet hands or gloves. The 24-inch barrel length provides an excellent balance—maneuverable enough in a blind or thick cover, yet long enough to deliver the velocity and sight radius needed for precise slug work. The gun comes with a set of shims to adjust the stock’s drop and cast, allowing you to get a custom fit for your cheek weld and eye alignment. This is critical for consistent accuracy, and it’s drop-in ready—no gunsmithing required to tailor the fit to you.
Look, the action is the star. Benelli’s inertia system has fewer moving parts than a gas-operated shotgun. There are no pistons or rings to carbon-foul. After a hunt, a simple field strip and wipe-down is often all it needs. This reliability is why you see the system on duty guns and in competition. It feeds, fires, and ejects with mechanical certainty. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts, ready for you to add a low-power variable or a dedicated slug scope from brands like Leupold or Vortex. The total package weighs in at a very manageable 7.3 pounds, making it easy to carry all day without fatigue affecting your shot.
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Chamber | 3″ |
| Barrel | 24″ Rifled Slug |
| Overall Length | 45.5″ |
| Weight | 7.3 lbs |
| Capacity | 4+1 Rounds |
| Stock | Black Synthetic |
Pros & Cons
Pros: Exceptional accuracy potential with sabot slugs. Legendary inertia-driven reliability in all conditions. Lightweight and easy to carry. Synthetic stock is durable and weatherproof. Adjustable stock fit for the shooter.
Cons: Dedicated to slugs only—not versatile for shot. Higher price point than a basic pump-action slug gun. The slick synthetic stock can feel less traditional than wood.
Who It’s For
This shotgun is for the hunter who demands rifle-like precision from a shotgun platform, whether due to local regulations or personal preference. It’s for the Missouri deer hunter in shotgun-only zones who needs to reach across a CRP field or a wide creek bottom. It’s for the hunter who values absolute mechanical reliability when the opportunity of a season is on the line. It’s a tool for a specific, high-stakes task.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I shoot foster-style rifled slugs or buckshot through this rifled barrel?
A: It is not recommended. The rifled barrel is specifically designed for modern, plastic-saboted slugs. Shooting traditional foster slugs or shot through it can cause excessive leading, damage the rifling, and will not provide any ballistic benefit.
Q: What type of optics mount does it use?
A: The receiver is drilled and tapped with a standard pattern, compatible with common shotgun scope bases from manufacturers like Warne, Talley, or EGW. This allows you to securely mount a scope for maximum accuracy.
Q: Is the stock length adjustable?
A: While the stock itself is not telescoping, the kit includes shims to adjust the angle of the stock (drop and cast) relative to the receiver. This lets you customize the fit for your physique and shooting style, improving comfort and accuracy. An FFL transfer is required for firearm purchases when ordering online.
This Benelli M2 Field slug gun is available at firearms-missouri.com for Missouri residents and nationwide. If your hunting grounds require a shotgun and your standards demand precision, this is the platform that delivers.
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