Benelli Ethos 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun with 28 Barrel, Nickel-Plated Engraved Receiver, Walnut Stock
This Benelli Ethos is a 12 gauge semi-auto shotgun built around Benelli's Inertia Driven system and fitted with a 28 CRIOBARREL-marked barrel. It features a bright, silver-tone nickel-plated alloy receiver with fine factory scroll engraving, paired with a satin walnut stock and matching walnut forend. Notable details include a gold-tone trigger, ventilated rib with a red fiber-optic front sight, and Italian proof marks.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: There are some minor, superficial scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
What's Included
- Benelli owner's manual
- Benelli factory hard case (white, Benelli logo)
- Benelli factory accessory/parts kit in labeled bags (as shown)
- Benelli fiber-optic sight/accessory kit (bag labeled for fiber-optic sights, as shown)
- Benelli Ethos-branded red accessory tube and red plastic tool/clip (as shown)
The Ethos receiver is marked "ETHOS" and includes manufacturer markings for Benelli Italy and Benelli USA Corp (Accokeek, MD), with "Made in Italy" noted on the receiver. The barrel is marked "Benelli Armi S.P.A. - Urbino - Made in Italy" and is CRIOBARREL marked, with a black-appearing barrel finish and a ventilated top rib.
This shotgun uses the Benelli Inertia System, with the bolt marked accordingly. It also includes a cross-bolt safety with a red indicator and a gold-tone trigger that stands out against the nickel-plated, engraved receiver.
The stock set is walnut with a satin walnut finish and checkering, and it incorporates the Progressive Comfort recoil-reduction system along with a recoil pad. Length of pull is listed at 14.25, and the chamber is marked for 2 3/4 and 3 shells.
Additional markings include Italian proof marks, including a partially legible PSF-style proof mark and a partially legible boxed "CM" mark. Capacity is listed as 4+1, and the stated barrel length is 28.