Benelli Super Black Eagle 12 Gauge Semi-Automatic Shotgun – 1st Generation, 26" Barrel
This first-generation Benelli Super Black Eagle pairs the original angular receiver profile with the company’s proven inertia-driven action, giving shooters a collectible 12-gauge that cycles 2 ¾", 3", and 3 ½" shells with ease. An Italian 1998 proof date, chrome-lined 26" barrel, and aftermarket Kick-EEZ recoil pad add practical value to a platform already respected by waterfowl hunters.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling – Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Specific Condition Notes: The shotgun displays scattered scratches on the receiver and synthetic stock, along with finish wear consistent with normal field use. Function checks indicate the action cycles properly.
What’s Included
- Benelli Super Black Eagle 12 Gauge semi-automatic shotgun (1st Generation) with 26" barrel
- Installed Kick-EEZ recoil pad
Benelli launched the Super Black Eagle in the early 1990s, and this 1998-proofed example represents the original run that earned the model its reputation. The inertia-driven rotating-bolt action was the first semi-auto system capable of cycling the full range of 12-gauge hunting loads up to 3 ½".
The 26" chrome-lined barrel features a ventilated rib and Benelli’s screw-in choke system, giving the shooter flexibility in pattern selection while resisting corrosion in wet blinds. A red fiber/bead front sight offers quick alignment against dark backgrounds.
The matte-black aluminum alloy receiver keeps weight down without sacrificing strength. Its distinct angular contour is unique to the first generation and sought after by collectors who appreciate early Super Black Eagle engineering.
A synthetic stock and fore-end with molded checkering maintain a secure grip in adverse weather. The Kick-EEZ pad extends length of pull to 14.25" while reducing felt recoil from heavy magnum loads.
Italian CIP proof marks and a BENELLI U.S.A. import stamp authenticate its origin. For hunters wanting a classic Super Black Eagle or collectors tracking early inertia-drive history, this shotgun offers both utility and provenance.