Thanks for the video. Big help. I just installed this same pad (10810) on my new Nova with the plastic stock. Just wanted to mention that your method of installing the adapter didn't work on mine. I had to install it first by itself. I got it in place sideways and then used a screwdriver to lever the one side up in place. It snapped in very tightly. I then attached the pad with the screws. Just thought I'd mention in case someone else is putting one on a Nova. I also goggled how to remove the OE pad. I latter found out it tells you in the manual if I had just read it first. LOL
Thanks for the video. I've replaced the recoil pad on my SuperVinci once already after it crumbled (the SBE2 pads fit the Vincis also). Now the 2nd pad is falling apart. Just a cost of business from years of hard waterfowl hunting in a lot of mud. I'm going to try this LimbSaver, mainly due to the fact it is $35 vs. 90-110 for the OE Benelli part.
Thanks for making this review. I wouldn't really think to replace my recoil pad but since the original recoil pad on my SBE 3 actually fell off while hunting I don't have a choice. Didn't even have the gun for a year... I'm going to just go ahead and order the Limbsaver pad until Benelli gets my replacement pad to me. They said it might be a few weeks but some parts take a few months...
That's really strange that the original fell off. Yes, I think Benelli is very behind. The SBE2 pad will actually fit the SBE3 as well although it's not meant to.
@@strixoutdoors I found a lot of forums online that said the SBE 2 had issues with the pad falling off. If it's the same design I'm surprised Benelli's engineers didn't try an improved assembly for the SBE 3.
Thanks for the video. I have a montefeltro and the limbsaver, just haven’t figured out how to put it on. Limbsavers are great if they don’t turn to goo.
The montefeltro has a wood stock right? It may be a different model than the one I show in this video. Have you had one turn to goo? I am a little worries about the longevity of this soft rubber.
I have the 12g monti with a synthetic stock, the limbsaver I have did not fit, it might be different than the SBE stock. Limbsaver does not make one that fits The Monti specifically I have had one turn to goo after about 5 years. LS replaced it and said it was a bad batch. They really reduce recoil.
Not sure. You'll have to check the website to see if they have a model for the A400 Xtreme. The pad will help a bit but the specific loads will have a bigger affect on the recoil from shooting. Generally speaking, the A400 Xtreme with the Kick Off should have less recoil than the SBE3
Shortening the stock is a whole other animal. You could look to see if they make a youth model stock that you can use to replace the existing one. I don't know if they do.
Hi Strix. I'm in TX too and own the exact same gun as you (12 gauge, 26" SBE 3, in Camo). I know that you just got this video up, but after you get some shells through the gun, do you think you could write more in detail about how the stock stock compares with the LimbSaver AirTech stock? It's extremely hard to find first-hand comparisons, so the more detail you can provide, the better. I am wondering if it's actually worth it because the SBE 3 already had such little recoil for a 12 gauge).
Hi lm2bz2p345! Sweet that you have the same gun. How are you liking yours? I actually filmed this video several months ago... it just took me a little while to get it posted. I've run a few hundred shells through the gun with the AirTech so far. I probably need to swap back to the stock recoil pad for comparison and I can provide an update in this comment or make a video of it. The primary reason I "upgraded" to the AirTech was actually for the LOP, and I figured a little less felt recoil with duck loads wouldn't be so bad. The AirTech pad did increase the LOP by just a bit which is what I was looking for and it was way less than paying for the longer LOP Benelli pad for the SBE3. Stay tuned to the channel and I'll provide an update comparing the 2. If you decide to give the LimbSaver a shot click on the link in the video description to order it... by doing so you'll help support my channel. 👍
Thanks Strix. Lovin' the SBE3 so far, although I've only used it for a few dove/quail hunts last season. I have yet to venture into ducks, but that's where I am sure it will really shine. Definitely please let me know if you could respond or put up a video on the comparisons (especially if you can swamp them out and write some details). I don't have issue with LOP but I'm wondering how effective it is vs stock on recoil reduction - which will especially be important with duck loads and having to shoot a lot.
I would guess that it would. I'm not sure of the differences in the regular SBE3 to the turkey version but I would bet the stock is the same. It's worth a shot, it's not too expensive. Unfortunately, the inertia guns are just not as good for taming recoil as the gas operated ones. The good news is that you don't generally take many shots with a turkey load and the kick is always worse when you're patterning/bench shooting.
Not sure, here is the link to the recoil pad model number for different shotguns: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1999/2905/files/2018_Recoil_Pad_Cross_Reference.pdf?14668201401536722633. I think it's the same model number pad as the one I used on the SBE3
Yes its the same as this one, i have a Benelli super vinci and my pad has just disintegrated mostly in storage so i am about to order a Limbsaver pad 10810 Medium
@@John-hf1ig My Super Vinci pad also disintegrated in storage. I put this same Limbsaver on and it is a perfect fit and I can say for me the recoil reduction is noticeable. Downside is it increases LOP.
Hey strix, i kove your videos mate, your not a bad shot at all. I have a question, after you have replaced your stock buttpad with the limbsaver, can you still pull the butpad off without unscrewing it? Cheers
Isaac, thank you for the compliments! No, in order to remove the limbsaver pad you have to unscrew the 2 screws on the limbsaver. If you go to (04:18) in the video I demonstrate how to remove it. It's not nearly as easy as removing the Benelli pad.
I'm not sure if it fits the SuperNova. It might, you'll have to check the Limbsaver website to see which models it will work with. If any doubt, call Limbsaver and they can tell you exactly which pad will fit your gun.
So Strix, do you think the Limbsaver makes enough of a difference on a shotgun that already recoils so little to be a no brainer addition to the SBE 3?
Hey AAC! It was a no brainer for me mostly because I wanted to get a little longer LOP which I did get from this pad. $30 vs $100 for the longer Benelli pad. I need to do some side/side shooting with 3" and larger loads to see how much of a difference it makes. I don't think you'll notice much (if any difference) on 1oz or 1-1/8oz loads.
Strix Outdoors I hear ya. I was intrigued by the Limbsaver myself but had no clue if it was going to be something I would enjoy. I will enjoy hearing your opinion and report on how it performs with the heavy loads. If you are looking for a REALLY heavy 3” Load to try it out on for comparison reasons, pick up some Fiocchi Hunting Loads 3” 1-3/4oz 1330 FPS. They come 25/box for $13 to $16 and kick more than any 3-1/2” duck/goose load I have tried. I have a lot of fun with them and they actually pattern pretty well. Item code: 123HV5 Also, I got myself the Briley Extended Charging Handle and it makes a world of difference! Thanks for recommending it!
Cool! I'll see if I can find some of that ammo locally to give it a try. That's awesome that you got the Briley Charge Handle ... it's crazy how such a simple thing makes such a difference.
I'm not sure. This is the link to the fit guide but you may also want to call Limbsaver directly to verify. cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1999/2905/files/2018_Recoil_Pad_Cross_Reference.pdf?14668201401536722633
Not sure. You'll have to look at the chart from Limbsaver. cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1999/2905/files/2018_Recoil_Pad_Cross_Reference.pdf?14668201401536722633
Will do. I've finished preliminary testing but I want to make sure about my results on the recoil from each pad before putting up a follow up video. Stay tuned.
Strix Outdoors will do, I live in Manitoba Canada and purchased my sbe3 from Cabela’s Canada last year however, this year I noticed my front sight is very far to the left due to the hole being drilled in the wrong spot, so I will call Benelli USA and see what they can do any other suggestions?
Is the plate the same as in this SBE3? I assume it is. It's tricky for sure. One option is to get a hair clog removal device from your hardware store. It's the one with the push trigger and little 3-4 tiny prongs that stick out of the end. It's pretty handy for things like this too.
@@strixoutdoors I ended up getting it installed once it was lined up, needed to slam my full body weight down on the butt of the gun, heel slap wasn't doing it. Same plate otherwise.
This was the 10810 recoil pad. I'm still doing some testing with it... I'm actually not 100% sure it's reducing the recoil but it did lengthen the LOP which is primarily what I was going for.
You're right. Prob should have shown that but I've covered that in other videos and it's in the SBE3 instructions. You can see how to do that in this video: th-cam.com/video/9sKjJ49ktZg/w-d-xo.html ; time: 05:45
I definitely agree with that statement but I haven't had an issue yet. I've gone back and forth with the recoil pad on the gun though so I can't say i've put a lot of rounds through the gun using the limbsaver pad yet.
This one is pretty soft. I go back and forth between this one and the Benelli stock one. I found Limbsaver customer support to be really helpful in the past. If you can't find the part number fore the M3000 on their website just give them a call and I'm sure they'll be able to direct you. I'm willing to be they make one for it.
I've liked the upgrade so far!
It says click link for specific recoil pad but I don't see a link.
Late to the train but thanks for the Trip 😅 made the instal a breeze!
Thanks for the video. Big help. I just installed this same pad (10810) on my new Nova with the plastic stock. Just wanted to mention that your method of installing the adapter didn't work on mine. I had to install it first by itself. I got it in place sideways and then used a screwdriver to lever the one side up in place. It snapped in very tightly. I then attached the pad with the screws. Just thought I'd mention in case someone else is putting one on a Nova. I also goggled how to remove the OE pad. I latter found out it tells you in the manual if I had just read it first. LOL
Just ordered one for my Nova. Thanks for the tip!
Thanks for the video. I've replaced the recoil pad on my SuperVinci once already after it crumbled (the SBE2 pads fit the Vincis also). Now the 2nd pad is falling apart. Just a cost of business from years of hard waterfowl hunting in a lot of mud. I'm going to try this LimbSaver, mainly due to the fact it is $35 vs. 90-110 for the OE Benelli part.
Yup, I know exactly what you mean. Stock pad on my fell apart and so did the check pad now.. can't find a replacement cheek pad in stock anywhere.
THANK. YOU. It's supposed to be simple, but they don't come with instructions. So really, thank you.
Thanks for making this review. I wouldn't really think to replace my recoil pad but since the original recoil pad on my SBE 3 actually fell off while hunting I don't have a choice. Didn't even have the gun for a year... I'm going to just go ahead and order the Limbsaver pad until Benelli gets my replacement pad to me. They said it might be a few weeks but some parts take a few months...
That's really strange that the original fell off. Yes, I think Benelli is very behind. The SBE2 pad will actually fit the SBE3 as well although it's not meant to.
@@strixoutdoors I found a lot of forums online that said the SBE 2 had issues with the pad falling off. If it's the same design I'm surprised Benelli's engineers didn't try an improved assembly for the SBE 3.
OMG not one comment on 14"-10/16. Thanks for sharing the video.
Only people who are 5’12” would get it.
Thanks strix, yes I was in the corps. Keep the videos coming.
Thanks for the video. I have a montefeltro and the limbsaver, just haven’t figured out how to put it on. Limbsavers are great if they don’t turn to goo.
The montefeltro has a wood stock right? It may be a different model than the one I show in this video. Have you had one turn to goo? I am a little worries about the longevity of this soft rubber.
I have the 12g monti with a synthetic stock, the limbsaver I have did not fit, it might be different than the SBE stock. Limbsaver does not make one that fits The Monti specifically I have had one turn to goo after about 5 years. LS replaced it and said it was a bad batch. They really reduce recoil.
Love this, will put this on my dad as he had shoulder surgery.
Does this work for a Beretta A400 Xtreme?
Not sure. You'll have to check the website to see if they have a model for the A400 Xtreme. The pad will help a bit but the specific loads will have a bigger affect on the recoil from shooting. Generally speaking, the A400 Xtreme with the Kick Off should have less recoil than the SBE3
Good Info!!!
I am going to shorten the length of pull on a Nova for a friend. Looks like it will be a challenge.
Shortening the stock is a whole other animal. You could look to see if they make a youth model stock that you can use to replace the existing one. I don't know if they do.
@@strixoutdoors the stock is part of the receiver I found out today but....I am gonna do it. If I mess up...he will need a new gun😂
Hi Strix. I'm in TX too and own the exact same gun as you (12 gauge, 26" SBE 3, in Camo). I know that you just got this video up, but after you get some shells through the gun, do you think you could write more in detail about how the stock stock compares with the LimbSaver AirTech stock? It's extremely hard to find first-hand comparisons, so the more detail you can provide, the better. I am wondering if it's actually worth it because the SBE 3 already had such little recoil for a 12 gauge).
Hi lm2bz2p345! Sweet that you have the same gun. How are you liking yours? I actually filmed this video several months ago... it just took me a little while to get it posted. I've run a few hundred shells through the gun with the AirTech so far. I probably need to swap back to the stock recoil pad for comparison and I can provide an update in this comment or make a video of it. The primary reason I "upgraded" to the AirTech was actually for the LOP, and I figured a little less felt recoil with duck loads wouldn't be so bad. The AirTech pad did increase the LOP by just a bit which is what I was looking for and it was way less than paying for the longer LOP Benelli pad for the SBE3. Stay tuned to the channel and I'll provide an update comparing the 2. If you decide to give the LimbSaver a shot click on the link in the video description to order it... by doing so you'll help support my channel. 👍
Thanks Strix. Lovin' the SBE3 so far, although I've only used it for a few dove/quail hunts last season. I have yet to venture into ducks, but that's where I am sure it will really shine. Definitely please let me know if you could respond or put up a video on the comparisons (especially if you can swamp them out and write some details). I don't have issue with LOP but I'm wondering how effective it is vs stock on recoil reduction - which will especially be important with duck loads and having to shoot a lot.
Do you think this would fit the Franchi affinity 3?
I don't know. Look at Limbsaver website to see which pad would fit the Franchi. If you can't find it, you can call them and they can provide advice.
I have a sbe 3 turkey gun. Kicks so bad and the butt pad isn’t soft. I wonder if this one fits the sbe 3 turkey gun?
I would guess that it would. I'm not sure of the differences in the regular SBE3 to the turkey version but I would bet the stock is the same. It's worth a shot, it's not too expensive. Unfortunately, the inertia guns are just not as good for taming recoil as the gas operated ones. The good news is that you don't generally take many shots with a turkey load and the kick is always worse when you're patterning/bench shooting.
@@strixoutdoors that’s true. Appreciate the feedback
How can I change the lop on sbe 3 to a 14 1/4 cause the 14 3/8 is a lil too long and 13 7/8 is a lil too short . Both are stock parts from benelli
Will this pad work for a Benelli Vinci as well?
Not sure, here is the link to the recoil pad model number for different shotguns: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1999/2905/files/2018_Recoil_Pad_Cross_Reference.pdf?14668201401536722633. I think it's the same model number pad as the one I used on the SBE3
Yes its the same as this one, i have a Benelli super vinci and my pad has just disintegrated mostly in storage so i am about to order a Limbsaver pad 10810 Medium
@@John-hf1ig My Super Vinci pad also disintegrated in storage. I put this same Limbsaver on and it is a perfect fit and I can say for me the recoil reduction is noticeable. Downside is it increases LOP.
Hey strix, i kove your videos mate, your not a bad shot at all. I have a question, after you have replaced your stock buttpad with the limbsaver, can you still pull the butpad off without unscrewing it? Cheers
Isaac, thank you for the compliments! No, in order to remove the limbsaver pad you have to unscrew the 2 screws on the limbsaver. If you go to (04:18) in the video I demonstrate how to remove it. It's not nearly as easy as removing the Benelli pad.
So this item fits all the polymer stock including the pistol grip for the supernova???
I'm not sure if it fits the SuperNova. It might, you'll have to check the Limbsaver website to see which models it will work with. If any doubt, call Limbsaver and they can tell you exactly which pad will fit your gun.
So Strix, do you think the Limbsaver makes enough of a difference on a shotgun that already recoils so little to be a no brainer addition to the SBE 3?
Hey AAC! It was a no brainer for me mostly because I wanted to get a little longer LOP which I did get from this pad. $30 vs $100 for the longer Benelli pad. I need to do some side/side shooting with 3" and larger loads to see how much of a difference it makes. I don't think you'll notice much (if any difference) on 1oz or 1-1/8oz loads.
Strix Outdoors I hear ya. I was intrigued by the Limbsaver myself but had no clue if it was going to be something I would enjoy. I will enjoy hearing your opinion and report on how it performs with the heavy loads.
If you are looking for a REALLY heavy 3” Load to try it out on for comparison reasons, pick up some Fiocchi Hunting Loads 3” 1-3/4oz 1330 FPS. They come 25/box for $13 to $16 and kick more than any 3-1/2” duck/goose load I have tried. I have a lot of fun with them and they actually pattern pretty well. Item code: 123HV5
Also, I got myself the Briley Extended Charging Handle and it makes a world of difference! Thanks for recommending it!
Cool! I'll see if I can find some of that ammo locally to give it a try. That's awesome that you got the Briley Charge Handle ... it's crazy how such a simple thing makes such a difference.
Damn, my sbe3 kicks like a mule on 3.5s. 3" isnt terrible.
Will this fit the steadygrip on the SBE 2?
I'm not sure. This is the link to the fit guide but you may also want to call Limbsaver directly to verify. cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1999/2905/files/2018_Recoil_Pad_Cross_Reference.pdf?14668201401536722633
Will it fit benelli m4 with telescope butt. Stock
Not sure. You'll have to look at the chart from Limbsaver. cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1999/2905/files/2018_Recoil_Pad_Cross_Reference.pdf?14668201401536722633
How are you liking the pad now?
I still have it on, but I'm in the process of doing some testing on it.
Strix Outdoors ok, after you test it you should do a review!
Will do. I've finished preliminary testing but I want to make sure about my results on the recoil from each pad before putting up a follow up video. Stay tuned.
Strix Outdoors will do, I live in Manitoba Canada and purchased my sbe3 from Cabela’s Canada last year however, this year I noticed my front sight is very far to the left due to the hole being drilled in the wrong spot, so I will call Benelli USA and see what they can do any other suggestions?
Anyone else having trouble getting the plate inside a Nova?
Is the plate the same as in this SBE3? I assume it is. It's tricky for sure. One option is to get a hair clog removal device from your hardware store. It's the one with the push trigger and little 3-4 tiny prongs that stick out of the end. It's pretty handy for things like this too.
@@strixoutdoors I ended up getting it installed once it was lined up, needed to slam my full body weight down on the butt of the gun, heel slap wasn't doing it. Same plate otherwise.
What size is it
This was the 10810 recoil pad. I'm still doing some testing with it... I'm actually not 100% sure it's reducing the recoil but it did lengthen the LOP which is primarily what I was going for.
Didn’t even show the removal of the original pad
You're right. Prob should have shown that but I've covered that in other videos and it's in the SBE3 instructions. You can see how to do that in this video: th-cam.com/video/9sKjJ49ktZg/w-d-xo.html ; time: 05:45
Deaden recoil will cause jams
I definitely agree with that statement but I haven't had an issue yet. I've gone back and forth with the recoil pad on the gun though so I can't say i've put a lot of rounds through the gun using the limbsaver pad yet.
I have this same gun and limb saver and have had no malfunctions from this gun.
Negative. Adding a lot of weight to an inertia gun is what causes problems.
What the heck is 10/16" lol More like 5/8"
Hahaha.. Yes.
Will this work for a Stoeger m3000
I'm not sure. You'll have to look at the LimbSaver website and look at their charts for the different models.
@@strixoutdoors yeah because the recoil pad on the Stoeger is a little hard
This one is pretty soft. I go back and forth between this one and the Benelli stock one. I found Limbsaver customer support to be really helpful in the past. If you can't find the part number fore the M3000 on their website just give them a call and I'm sure they'll be able to direct you. I'm willing to be they make one for it.
@@strixoutdoors thanks alot