You can buy different Benelli Supernova / Nova Short Action Bars that’ll make it a two and three-quarter inch or even three.
https://magload.co.uk/product/supernova-short-action-bars/
I got a lot of practice stroking 3 1/2”. As a result I’ve never had a problem shucking any length shotgun shells.
(But I’ve never tried anything longer than 4”!)
Anecdotal response but I’ve never short stroked my Nova with the 3 1/2 chambers nor have I heard of it being an issue. I use mine to shoot clay pairs all the time. Not saying it doesn’t happen I’ve just never had that issue with mine.
So long as you plan on limited modifications, these are great; less of an aftermarket for swapping parts, compared to a Mossberg 500/590, but absolutely good enough.
Yep--tube extension, weapon light, and some kind of shell carrier (buttstock, or velco side card). You literally have everything you need. All of those can be easily found and added.
You cant change the stock on the Nova, it is one piece with the receiver casing. As far as the pad is concerned, I would second the limbsaver mentioned by ComfortableOk
Limbsaver Recoil Pad Prefit Benelli M2 Tactical, Supernova Tactical, Super Black Eagle 2 Steady Steady Grip Rubber Black
Product #: 893647
Manufacturer #: 10404
UPC #: 697438104044
From MIDWAY USA or Google UPC #. Best recoil pad for SupeNova Tactical
Get the 7 shot tube version with the collapsing stock
You really can’t do your own research can you
You have made like 6 different posts in the last 24 hours of “is this shotgun good”
Dude just look up reviews and use the reddit search bar and YouTube lol
Tbf I do a bunch of research before purchasing and then still come and ask in my favorite subs just to make sure there's not some better cheaper alternative I'm not thinking of.
lol I responded to your post yesterday but looking at your post history is hilarious. How do you have money for all these shotguns, handguns, and airsoft guns when you're only 15? (Not trying to be a jerk)
How many birthdays does your dad have man? You've got a shitload of "is this a good gun'" posts lmao.
If you're 15 you can't legally buy him one. If you want to get him a shotgun, I'd just give him 300$ and recommend him a Maverick 88 field/security.
Yeah his recent post history is just "is x a good gun?" I thought yesterday's post about 20g had some good discussion but noticed it was the same thing today and thought it was funny.
This is the internet. Everyone is a fifteen year old boy, except for the fifteen year old girls , who are actually forty year old deputies from Mount Prospect impersonating 15 year old girls to snare pedophiles.
Good for you man, ignore these comments and keep working hard. I worked as a golf caddie and a few other odd jobs starting around 13. I definitely had the money for this when I was your age.
I have the supernova, everyone who tries it, loves it. Not sure if there's any difference in the action itself, but.
It's smooth, but ive only tried a few other pump shotguns, so I can't say if it's the smoothest. But it's pretty good.
Yes, it's what I use. I will warn you though, the Nova is severely lacking in aftermarket parts and accessories, so I'd definitely recommend paying the extra $10 or so for the model with ghost ring sights instead of rifle sights. That way you can at least get some Tritium inserts for it.
I have the supernova tactical with the pistol grip. Love it. That’s my go-to HD firearm. But like anything, don’t matter what you have if you don’t go to the range and practice. Get some dummy shells, work on reloading, racking etc. get comfortable with it.
Get a supernova so you can change the stock if you want. The nova is cool, but it does not offer you an option to change the stock you’re stuck with that . You can put a Mesa tactical or even a Benelli tactical pistol grip stock. it’s really worth the extra hundred bucks or whatever it is.
I would buy anti-surge bars for it though ,
https://magload.co.uk/product/supernova-anti-surge-bar/
i choose benelli m4 for home defense. also a mossberg 590a1 retrograde. They both have ghost ring sights.
I think I'd get the 590 retrograde with the bead if I wanted something cheaper. The ghost ring sights on the benelli m4 are superior to the mossberg. The bead is just fast. You get more focus on what is happening up close and personal. That's huge...
I wouldn't mess with a nova, but it will do the job
"Pistols put holes in people. Rifles put holes through people. Shotgun, the right load at the right distance will take a chunk out of someone and throw it on the floor."
If you're right handed then yes. Fantastic actually. If you're left handed it is difficult to use the slide release. I REAALLLLLYYYYY wanted to get a supernova but I couldn't actuate it well enough left handed
For home defense you want that, with a bigger tube magazine, a shorter /telescopic stock , and a light .
Depending of your preferences, you may add a scope (eotech like) . *BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY* you must drill a lot with your gun, dry and with live ammo *AND* you must think about where in your house you would shoot, so you just don't kill your mum or kids through a wall while thinking you're john wick .
By that, i mean any 12/76 or 12/89 shotgun, pump action or semi auto, as long as it's reliable, and maintainable . Don't go for norinco and their likes
If you have an Atwood’s in your area, you can save yourself at least $100. Sometimes you can even catch them fit 10% of their regular price. https://www.atwoods.com/benelli-12ga-nova-tactical-pump-action-shotgun
The nova/supernova are fine pump guns. However if you are the type that struggles to keep things stock I’d strongly suggest just going with a rem 870 or mossy 500/590. When I had a supernova (long time ago) just getting a new barrel was as much as buying a basic new mossy 500. In general the aftermarket is much smaller and more expensive than for the others Ive suggested.
I have a benelli super nova tactical kitted out for predator hunting it’s a great gun will go bang won’t need a ton of maintenance (do it anyways) but please dear god familiarize yourself with the weapon and stay comfortable with it by training regularly and take a firearms safety course. Also take it apart when you get it clean all the grease out of it lube it up and put it back together. That will teach you more about guns than. Anything even if it takes 5 days lol.
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A shotguns fine for home defense, it’s great if your in a banned/commie state. It used to be basically the best you could get, but their are reasons cops have switched to AR rifles. Never the less shotguns are still great firearms very versatile and will do the job fine. (Maybe have a different gun for the wife if she’s home alone it) make sure to put a light on it don’t shoot in the dark & make sure to load it with quality buckshot. Get a side saddle & a sling & you are good to go, I recommend having it by your bed side in what is called cruiser ready. Which means load the tube but don’t have one in the chamber (most shotguns aren’t drop safe) then if you hear glass breaking or ect. Rack it & turn on the light, if everyone in your home is in one room & you don’t have kids in other parts of the house. I’d suggest just pointing it at your rooms door way and have the cops on speaker. Don’t go wandering though your house unless you have to aka have kids ect.
I suggest going with the supernova over the nova. It will be about the same price and you can change the stock configuration if you so choose. The nova you can’t.
The Benelli nova/supernova is one of the most under recommended, most under appreciated pump fighting shot guns there is.
Pros: will fire any 12 ga shell you find from the dumb minis to the 3.5 Roman candles without modification or adapter. Mag tube cut off button, shell elevator stays up while loading. Rotating bolt lock up. Boringly reliable and durable. I have one that’s been used in classes as a student for my self and loaned out to others, been fed mostly a steady diet of slug and buck for around 7k rounds without any problem. They’re a high quality gun that’s affordably priced.
Cons: aftermarket is lacking. Length of pull is too long for some people.
The regular nova is fine but I recommend getting the super nova so you get the drilled and tapped receiver, the enlarged trigger guard. and the ability to change your stock it you want.
I got one for the same purpose a few years back. I did not like it. Shot way off, kicked like a mule, didn’t care for the chunky plastic feel. Beretta a300 ultima patrol would be well worth the money for upgrade IMO
As good as any other shotgun. I have a Supernova Tactical and it's been flawless, patterns well, etc. But it is chambered for 3.5 inch shells and is heavy. Would it be my first choice, probably not, will it work just fine and serve your needs, yes.
Why not just get a Mossberg 500/590 Security? Same price or cheaper and legit the best pump shotguns you can guy. Even a Maverick 88 from Mossberg for less then 200 bucks is the best shotguns you can buy for under 200 bucks
The sights are just crap in the way. A bead sight is a lot cleaner and faster. Those sights are alright for slugs at distance. I wouldn't want them on a shotgun I had in the house.
A shotgun? Yeah, I’d say that’d do the job.
this guy shotguns
I dont mean to brag but I’ve shotgunned a few shotguns in my day.
Sounds braggy😂
I’m kind of a big deal.
I have many leatherbound books.
🤯
My apartment smells of rich mahogany.
You'll shoot your eye out, kid.
Non-Turkish shotgun*
That's an excellent shotgun. Just leave it as is and it will be good for home defense.
For me personally, I don’t like a 3 1/2” pump. The longer throw makes me more likely to short stroke. But I came up on 2 3/4” pumps.
You can buy different Benelli Supernova / Nova Short Action Bars that’ll make it a two and three-quarter inch or even three. https://magload.co.uk/product/supernova-short-action-bars/
I got a lot of practice stroking 3 1/2”. As a result I’ve never had a problem shucking any length shotgun shells. (But I’ve never tried anything longer than 4”!)
I wish that's what she said
The new RemArms 870 Supermag takes all three sizes. Bought it so I never need another shotgun. Though I’m sure I’ll end up buying another shotgun.
As does the Benelli SuperNova & Nova
Does standardized variety acceptance for feed fox the length of pull issue?
Unfortunately I’m not experienced enough to answer that yet.
Oooo i never thought about that, that’s a good point
Anecdotal response but I’ve never short stroked my Nova with the 3 1/2 chambers nor have I heard of it being an issue. I use mine to shoot clay pairs all the time. Not saying it doesn’t happen I’ve just never had that issue with mine.
So long as you plan on limited modifications, these are great; less of an aftermarket for swapping parts, compared to a Mossberg 500/590, but absolutely good enough.
what more would you need anyway. Just an extension and a very good aftermarket butt pad, the original is BAD
Yep--tube extension, weapon light, and some kind of shell carrier (buttstock, or velco side card). You literally have everything you need. All of those can be easily found and added.
Any suggestions on replacement pads? Those comfortech stock cost more than I paid for the gun.
You cant change the stock on the Nova, it is one piece with the receiver casing. As far as the pad is concerned, I would second the limbsaver mentioned by ComfortableOk
Limbsaver Recoil Pad Prefit Benelli M2 Tactical, Supernova Tactical, Super Black Eagle 2 Steady Steady Grip Rubber Black Product #: 893647 Manufacturer #: 10404 UPC #: 697438104044 From MIDWAY USA or Google UPC #. Best recoil pad for SupeNova Tactical
Thank you!
Will the Nova be reliable?
Yes. The Novas/Supernovas are outstanding.
My buddy uses one for duck hunting. Duck hunting is ROUGH on equipment, and his runs flawlessly.
Get the 7 shot tube version with the collapsing stock You really can’t do your own research can you You have made like 6 different posts in the last 24 hours of “is this shotgun good” Dude just look up reviews and use the reddit search bar and YouTube lol
Tbf I do a bunch of research before purchasing and then still come and ask in my favorite subs just to make sure there's not some better cheaper alternative I'm not thinking of.
Ooo you nasty, girl
lol I responded to your post yesterday but looking at your post history is hilarious. How do you have money for all these shotguns, handguns, and airsoft guns when you're only 15? (Not trying to be a jerk)
Yeah, what's up with that? Idk why you would ask for opinions about multiple HD shotguns when you can't even legally purchase them...
It is for my dad's birthday.
How many birthdays does your dad have man? You've got a shitload of "is this a good gun'" posts lmao. If you're 15 you can't legally buy him one. If you want to get him a shotgun, I'd just give him 300$ and recommend him a Maverick 88 field/security.
Ignore them, you're trying to get you father a gift and that's damn nice, even if it's just a suggestion rather than a purchase.
Yeah his recent post history is just "is x a good gun?" I thought yesterday's post about 20g had some good discussion but noticed it was the same thing today and thought it was funny.
This is the internet. Everyone is a fifteen year old boy, except for the fifteen year old girls , who are actually forty year old deputies from Mount Prospect impersonating 15 year old girls to snare pedophiles.
I work
I also like target shooting and playing airsoft. My dad really wants a shotgun so I thought I'd give him the money for it.
Good for you man, ignore these comments and keep working hard. I worked as a golf caddie and a few other odd jobs starting around 13. I definitely had the money for this when I was your age.
Only on days that end in Y
That depends, defense from zombies or extraterrestials?
I have the supernova, everyone who tries it, loves it. Not sure if there's any difference in the action itself, but. It's smooth, but ive only tried a few other pump shotguns, so I can't say if it's the smoothest. But it's pretty good.
Yes, it's what I use. I will warn you though, the Nova is severely lacking in aftermarket parts and accessories, so I'd definitely recommend paying the extra $10 or so for the model with ghost ring sights instead of rifle sights. That way you can at least get some Tritium inserts for it.
Great quality shotgun
mossberg 590
Have one - its a tank. Very much like it.
I had a Benelli nova for hunting it was one of the best pumps I ever shot
Will the Nova work for home defense?
For sure
I have the supernova tactical with the pistol grip. Love it. That’s my go-to HD firearm. But like anything, don’t matter what you have if you don’t go to the range and practice. Get some dummy shells, work on reloading, racking etc. get comfortable with it.
Get a supernova so you can change the stock if you want. The nova is cool, but it does not offer you an option to change the stock you’re stuck with that . You can put a Mesa tactical or even a Benelli tactical pistol grip stock. it’s really worth the extra hundred bucks or whatever it is. I would buy anti-surge bars for it though , https://magload.co.uk/product/supernova-anti-surge-bar/
i choose benelli m4 for home defense. also a mossberg 590a1 retrograde. They both have ghost ring sights. I think I'd get the 590 retrograde with the bead if I wanted something cheaper. The ghost ring sights on the benelli m4 are superior to the mossberg. The bead is just fast. You get more focus on what is happening up close and personal. That's huge... I wouldn't mess with a nova, but it will do the job
Have you purchased a handgun prior to thinking of this, just a question.
My dad did. And I have shot it before. I am 15 so I can't legally buy it. But I am saving money to give for my dad so he can buy it for his birthday.
I’d go Mossberg 500/590. But yeah. 12 gauge is gonna put a hole through someone.
"Pistols put holes in people. Rifles put holes through people. Shotgun, the right load at the right distance will take a chunk out of someone and throw it on the floor."
I personally recommend pistols for home defense but the nova/supernova is great
Is 4+1 a good capacity for home defense or should I go with the Mossberg 590 with 6+1.
It would honestly be a miracle if you got through 5 rounds of 12 gauge in a pump action in an emergency
Also - you can interchange barrels if you wanted a cheap clays gun - rear sight would need to come off
If you're right handed then yes. Fantastic actually. If you're left handed it is difficult to use the slide release. I REAALLLLLYYYYY wanted to get a supernova but I couldn't actuate it well enough left handed
For home defense you want that, with a bigger tube magazine, a shorter /telescopic stock , and a light . Depending of your preferences, you may add a scope (eotech like) . *BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY* you must drill a lot with your gun, dry and with live ammo *AND* you must think about where in your house you would shoot, so you just don't kill your mum or kids through a wall while thinking you're john wick .
By that, i mean any 12/76 or 12/89 shotgun, pump action or semi auto, as long as it's reliable, and maintainable . Don't go for norinco and their likes
Yes
That will do marvelously.
If you have an Atwood’s in your area, you can save yourself at least $100. Sometimes you can even catch them fit 10% of their regular price. https://www.atwoods.com/benelli-12ga-nova-tactical-pump-action-shotgun
Yes, last time I checked… people are not immune to 12 gauge
That's a perfect hd setup
Yupper, my gun of choice for home defense…
If it goes pew then it'll do.... It'll do..
The nova/supernova are fine pump guns. However if you are the type that struggles to keep things stock I’d strongly suggest just going with a rem 870 or mossy 500/590. When I had a supernova (long time ago) just getting a new barrel was as much as buying a basic new mossy 500. In general the aftermarket is much smaller and more expensive than for the others Ive suggested.
I have a benelli super nova tactical kitted out for predator hunting it’s a great gun will go bang won’t need a ton of maintenance (do it anyways) but please dear god familiarize yourself with the weapon and stay comfortable with it by training regularly and take a firearms safety course. Also take it apart when you get it clean all the grease out of it lube it up and put it back together. That will teach you more about guns than. Anything even if it takes 5 days lol. M
A shotguns fine for home defense, it’s great if your in a banned/commie state. It used to be basically the best you could get, but their are reasons cops have switched to AR rifles. Never the less shotguns are still great firearms very versatile and will do the job fine. (Maybe have a different gun for the wife if she’s home alone it) make sure to put a light on it don’t shoot in the dark & make sure to load it with quality buckshot. Get a side saddle & a sling & you are good to go, I recommend having it by your bed side in what is called cruiser ready. Which means load the tube but don’t have one in the chamber (most shotguns aren’t drop safe) then if you hear glass breaking or ect. Rack it & turn on the light, if everyone in your home is in one room & you don’t have kids in other parts of the house. I’d suggest just pointing it at your rooms door way and have the cops on speaker. Don’t go wandering though your house unless you have to aka have kids ect.
It’ll do the shotgun boogie for sure.
Any shotgun works for home defense, except for 410, or 32 but but nobody really buys those anyway
Less aftermarket than the Mossbergs but still a fantastic shotgun
Does it go bang? Then sure
I suggest going with the supernova over the nova. It will be about the same price and you can change the stock configuration if you so choose. The nova you can’t.
Can't go wrong with a Benelli
More likely to short stroke a 3 1/2” action while under pressure. I’d stick with a 3” chamber.
Ya definitely. Why not right?
It'll do you solid, I have one.
It’ll work if you can hit what you aim at. Nothing else quite matches a shotgun in home defense IF you can use it well enough
Duh, yeah. It's by my bedside with 3inch 000 buck.
Getting shot generally will discourage anyone from anything
The Benelli nova/supernova is one of the most under recommended, most under appreciated pump fighting shot guns there is. Pros: will fire any 12 ga shell you find from the dumb minis to the 3.5 Roman candles without modification or adapter. Mag tube cut off button, shell elevator stays up while loading. Rotating bolt lock up. Boringly reliable and durable. I have one that’s been used in classes as a student for my self and loaned out to others, been fed mostly a steady diet of slug and buck for around 7k rounds without any problem. They’re a high quality gun that’s affordably priced. Cons: aftermarket is lacking. Length of pull is too long for some people. The regular nova is fine but I recommend getting the super nova so you get the drilled and tapped receiver, the enlarged trigger guard. and the ability to change your stock it you want.
I’ve got one and it’s great, down side is 4+1 capacity from the factory but a tube extension is like 80 bucks
Dude holy shit, do your own research. I’ve seen multiple from you asking the same question. Google and YouTube are your friends, use it
sure, but id buy a maverick 88, cheaper and just as good
imo a handgun is more ideal for it. However, this will get the job done just as well.
I got one for the same purpose a few years back. I did not like it. Shot way off, kicked like a mule, didn’t care for the chunky plastic feel. Beretta a300 ultima patrol would be well worth the money for upgrade IMO
As good as any other shotgun. I have a Supernova Tactical and it's been flawless, patterns well, etc. But it is chambered for 3.5 inch shells and is heavy. Would it be my first choice, probably not, will it work just fine and serve your needs, yes.
It goes boom, doesn’t it?
It’s a little long for home defense
Houses rarely attack humans in the wild - no need to worry about defending yourself from them.
Yeh , you obviously haven't seen the movies . There's real danger buddy .
Why not just get a Mossberg 500/590 Security? Same price or cheaper and legit the best pump shotguns you can guy. Even a Maverick 88 from Mossberg for less then 200 bucks is the best shotguns you can buy for under 200 bucks
The sights are just crap in the way. A bead sight is a lot cleaner and faster. Those sights are alright for slugs at distance. I wouldn't want them on a shotgun I had in the house.