The Benelli SBE 3 Waterfowl is a semi-automatic 20-gauge shotgun with a 28-inch barrel, inertia-driven action, and Cerakote finish. At 5.9 lbs with a 3-inch chamber and HIVIZ CompSight fiber optic with mid-bead, it's purpose-built for long days in the field. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: PS SBE 3 Waterfowl 
• UPC: 650350113563 
• Gauge: 20 GA 
• Action: Inertia-driven piston 
• Capacity: 3 rounds (plus one in chamber) 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Chamber Length: 3.0 inches 
• Weight: 5.9 lbs. 
• Sights: Fiber optic with HIVIZ CompSight mid-bead 
• Barrel Type: Smoothbore 
• Muzzle Type: Adjustable choke (Triple Threat - T1, T2, T3) 
• Finish: Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

The inertia-driven system cycles reliably with light target loads through heavy 3-inch field loads, useful when a hunt involves mixed shell weights throughout the day. The Triple Threat adjustable choke system (T1, T2, T3) lets you tune your pattern for ducks, geese, or upland birds without buying separate choke tubes. 
 
The HIVIZ CompSight fiber optic bead picks up in low light at dawn and dusk. The Comfort Tech stock configuration has a recoil-reducing design built into the stock and forearm, which adds up over a morning of high-volume shooting. Cerakote protects against moisture and corrosion in wet hunting environments. 
 

Target Audience 

Waterfowl hunters who need a reliable 20-gauge that cycles in cold, wet conditions without fuss. The SBE 3 line has a track record in demanding field use. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Duck and goose hunting in marsh, flooded timber, and open water environments 
• Upland bird hunting where the 20-gauge weight advantage reduces fatigue on long walks 
• Sporting clays as a lighter alternative to 12-gauge

The Benelli SBE 3 in 20-gauge with Cerakote finish gets strong reviews from serious waterfowl hunters.

Reliability in harsh conditions is the top-cited positive. Cold weather, wet environments, and mixed shell weights don't seem to slow the inertia system down, which matters when it's 20 degrees and the birds are working. Multiple owners report seasons of trouble-free use.

The Cerakote finish holds up well to salt water, mud, and daily field wear. Aesthetic comments are secondary. The practical corrosion resistance is what gets mentioned.

At 5.9 lbs, the weight is genuinely appreciated after a long morning. The 28-inch barrel swings predictably, and the adjustable choke system means less gear to carry.

Recoil management gets positive comments, with owners noting the Comfort Tech stock makes a noticeable difference by the end of a heavy shooting session.

The price is the consistent counterpoint. The SBE 3 is a premium-priced shotgun, and some buyers weigh it against competitors. Most long-term owners consider the reliability record worth the cost; those buying their first waterfowl gun sometimes find the investment steep.