Benelli M1014 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 18.5 in Barrel, ARGO Gas System, Ghost-Ring Sights, Telescoping Skeletonized Stock, Mesa Tactical Side Saddle/Rail
This Italian-made Benelli M1014 stands out with its ARGO twin-piston self-regulating gas system, rotating bolt, and 18.5 inch steel barrel. It features LPA ghost-ring sights and a skeletonized telescoping Benelli-pattern stock with a black synthetic pistol grip. Currently fitted with a Mesa Tactical side-saddle with integrated top rail; the original Benelli receiver-top Picatinny rail is included but not installed. A Mesa Tactical receiver-mounted side-saddle with integrated optic rail is installed, and the right side of the receiver carries a U.S. flag engraving.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape overall. Minor scratches and blemishes are present.
What’s Included
- Optics Mount: Benelli OEM receiver-top Picatinny rail
- Manual: Benelli M4/M1014 owner's manual
- Box: Benelli factory box
- Side Saddle: Mesa Tactical receiver-mounted side-saddle with integrated top rail (installed)
The M1014 is built on Benelli's M4 platform and uses the ARGO twin-piston self-regulating gas system with a rotating bolt for reliable cycling with 12-gauge 2.75 and 3 inch shells. It has an 18.5 inch barrel and a tubular magazine with a 5+1 capacity.
Sighting is handled by an LPA Italy ghost-ring rear sight with protective ears and a protected front post. The receiver is topped by a Picatinny rail system; a Mesa Tactical receiver-mounted side-saddle with integrated top rail is installed, and the original Benelli OEM receiver-top rail is included.
Furniture includes a skeletonized telescoping Benelli-pattern buttstock with a black synthetic pistol grip and a two-piece ribbed polymer fore-end. Length of pull is 14.0 inches. The aluminum-alloy receiver and steel barrel wear a black/gray matte finish.
Manufactured in Italy, the shotgun carries factory markings noting Benelli U.S.A. Corp. - Accokeek MD - Made in Italy and Benelli Armi S.p.A. - Urbino - Made in Italy, alongside model and gauge designations. The right side of the receiver features a U.S.
flag engraving, and the rear sight is marked LPA Italy.