FAQ

The notches indicate the choke tube constriction. A lower notch count means more constriction (tighter). A higher notch count means less constriction.

• 1 notch = Full
• 2 notches = Improved modified
• 3 notches = Modified
• 4 notches = Improved cylinder
• 5 notches = Cylinder

Use our dealer locator to find a Stoeger dealer near you. Or visit our online store.

These chokes are recommended for slugs:

• 4 notches = Improved cylinder
• 5 notches = Cylinder

A cylinder choke is recommended for shooting rifled slugs in a smooth-bore barrel. Sabot slugs should only be shot through our fully-rifled slug barrels.

It is not safe to shoot slugs through chokes tighter than those listed here.

These chokes are recommended for steel shot:

• 3 notches = Modified
• 4 notches = Improved cylinder
• 5 notches = Cylinder

Most people find that

• The modified choke works best for pass shooting
• The improved cylinder and cylinder chokes work well on decoying birds

There is no benefit shooting steel through a choke tighter than modified, and we do not recommend doing so.

Only these models require a breaking-in period: M3500, M3000, M2000.

Here’s how to break in these shotguns:

1. Immediately after purchase, clean the gun and oil it thoroughly.
2. Fire 100 to 200 rounds of a heavy load through the gun.

This will prepare the shotgun for cycling light trap or hunting loads.

After break-in, the minimum load your Stoeger Industries semi-auto shotgun will cycle reliably is an 11/8 ounce and 3 drams of powder.

Use choke tube lubricant, which is basically an anti-corrosion and anti-seize compound. Any lubricant specifically labeled choke tube lube should work fine. Several different manufacturers offer it.

For assistance, visit a dealer near you.

Low-viscosity, synthetic gun oil is recommended for lubricating your shotgun during operations in cold weather. Synthetic gun oil is less likely than regular gun oil to congeal and cause cycling problems.

For assistance, visit a dealer near you.

Download a manual from the manuals page of this website. If the manual for your product is not there, contact us.

Maintenance may vary depending on the number of rounds fired, the type of powder in the shells, and the type of hunting for which the gun is used. Here are general guidelines.

• Bore and exterior surfaces – Clean and oil after every outing
• Bolt rails and recoil plunger assembly – Oil at the end of the day
• Bolt and trigger mechanism – Clean powder fouling and debris as needed; frequency will vary, depending on the kind of ammo used
• Gun, including the recoil assembly – Detail-strip, clean, and oil at the end of the season or any time the gun is submerged in water

Gather as much information as you can about the malfunction. For example, note exactly what load you were shooting, and whether the malfunction was sporadic or consistent (for example: always the third shot). The more you can tell us about the problem, the easier it will be for us to diagnose the malfunction.

Call the Benelli USA customer service department at (301) 283-6981 (option 2) or (800) 264-4962 (option 2) between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET.

To obtain warranty service, follow the steps listed on the Warranty page of this website.

If you have a storefront with regular operating hours and would like to stock Stoeger firearms, contact us.

For a list of what is not covered under warranty, see the Warranty page of this website. 

We recommend that the gun be drilled and tapped to accommodate a Weaver 93A scope base, for the best and most reliable fit.

Drilling and tapping of the receiver should be done by a qualified gunsmith, and if not done properly, will void your warranty. This service is not offered by Stoeger Industries. For assistance finding a reputable gunsmith, talk with a dealer near you.

Visit the dealers page of our website to find a Stoeger Industries dealer.

Always check with local law enforcement officials regarding local laws related to traveling with your air rifle or removing your air rifle from your home.

The United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives recommends that you contact the office of your state Attorney General, your State Police, or other state or local law enforcement authorities for guidance.