Benelli M4 H2O? Thoughts?

[JoeinLA]

Been thinking of getting a shotgun, and came across this. Seems like all that and a bag of chips? I looked at an M4 before, but they're freaking heavy. OTOH, it seems like the M4 is the king of shotguns...? Also, is it possible to get something this new at less than MSRP, and, if so, any thoughts on what I might expect as a "street" price?

Not really sure what I'd actually use it for, but home defense would be primary use (for the wife when I'm not home), and possible sport shooting (competition/trap/skeet).

Thanks!

[dexter9659]

Semi-auto + pistol grip, + telescoping stock = AW.....sorry


From the CA Assault Weapon Identification Guide
Shotguns
(6) A semiautomatic shotgun that has both of the following:
(A) A folding or telescoping stock.
(B) A pistol grip that protrudes conspicuously beneath the action of the weapon, thumbhole stock, orvertical handgrip.
(7) A semiautomatic shotgun that has the ability to accept a detachable magazine.
(8) Any shotgun with a revolving cylinder.

[JoeinLA]

Err. That fooking sucks.

[dexter9659]

Err. That fooking sucks.

Sadly... yes, for now.

[JoeinLA]

What if I bought it, and swapped out the stock for a non-telescoping stock? and could I still keep the original telescoping stock (or is that "constructive possession")?

[compulsivegunbuyer]

There is no contructive possesion in the assault weapon laws. But, $2400, holy expensive coatings Batman. I have the standard M4, and so far no corrosion problems. I suppose if I were going to do some kind of surfing/skeet shooting, maybe, but for a defence gun, I doubt I'm going to pony up another grand for this uber tactical coating just to withstand the harsh evironment my closet has to offer. Also remember, many skeet/trap ranges have a minimum barrel length; this is usualy 26 inches. The M4 is a no go on that, but, if the place will let you on, it's more than adequate. It is a dream to shoot, and is soft kicking for a 12 guage shotgun. For clays, I use a M2 field with comfortec stock and the thickest gell pad they have to offer. I can shoot it all day, and it's light. I have a 26" barrel, and picked up a 18.5" for jumping jacks out of the brush. For birds and squirrels, I still use an 870 Wingmaster that I've used to death. For home defence, I have a good old 870 express at the ready. If I had to have just one shotgun though, it would probably be the M4. But you can't have just one shotgun. You will buy one, then another, then pretty soon your safe will be packed with guns in socks stacked in every which way till you can barely close the door. And when you open it your wife will be peeking over your shoulder asking "WTF do you need all this crap for".

[JoeinLA]

I need the coating for when i storm a terrorist hideout via Underwater SCUBA ocean-side approach. Plus, they'll likely be in a chemical facility, so even more need for the super ultra impervious unobtainium coating.

Yeah. Fair enough. I should just take my wife to Turners and see if she can even lift an M4.

[ROCKETW19]

I need the coating for when i storm a terrorist hideout via Underwater SCUBA ocean-side approach. Plus, they'll likely be in a chemical facility, so even more need for the super ultra impervious unobtainium coating.

Yeah. Fair enough. I should just take my wife to Turners and see if she can even lift an M4.

I think for us cali guys the coating is just coolness but nothing else. as far as the stock you can alsways swap it and sell the cstock for 400 or so bucks. or just pin it at the length you like.

I still want the first M4 with the american flag on it only cuz it has the flag on it. even thought I know my newer version is better. Flag offers coolness to me. some day I will buy it just to have sit next to my others,lol

[therealnickb]

Semi-auto + pistol grip, + telescoping stock = AW.....sorry


From the CA Assault Weapon Identification Guide
Shotguns
(6) A semiautomatic shotgun that has both of the following:
(A) A folding or telescoping stock.
(B) A pistol grip that protrudes conspicuously beneath the action of the weapon, thumbhole stock, orvertical handgrip.
(7) A semiautomatic shotgun that has the ability to accept a detachable magazine.
(8) Any shotgun with a revolving cylinder.

So get the model with a fixed stock.

doh, everyone beat me to it.....The M4 is a blast & your wife will likely not be able to shoulder it properly for very long.

[Steve1968LS2]

Was told at SHOT that it also has lubrication properties..

Nice, but crazy expensive, was also told it was limited production.

Toss a Mesa stock on it (or the tube without the notches like the M1014 has) and you're golden.

[45R]

I picked up my M4 2 years ago when Benelli had $200 rebate. Replaced the PG stock with a field stock. Haven't looked back. The M4 is a great shotgun. Even an old fart like me can shoot it.

[JoeinLA]

If I order it, will an FFL have to switch out the stock before i take possession? I assume if i actually take it with the collapsable stock, its go to jail time?

Edit: the more i think about it, the H2O is really about the cool factor. I should just stick with the "regular" M2 or M4.

[compulsivegunbuyer]

If you have the money to burn, do it. In the end, it's not about what's practical, it's about what you want.

[ROCKETW19]

If you have the money to burn, do it. In the end, it's not about what's practical, it's about what you want.

yup I agree!