The Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 in Mossy Oak Bottomland is a 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun with a 28-inch barrel and a 3+1 capacity. It accepts 2-3/4", 3", and 3-1/2" shells, which covers most waterfowl and upland loads. The synthetic stock wears Mossy Oak Bottomland camo and the sighting system uses a red-bar front sight with a metal bead mid-sight. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Benelli 
• Model Name: Super Black Eagle 3 (Mossy Oak) 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Action Type: Semi-Automatic 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Overall Length: 49.6 inches 
• Weight: 7 lbs. 
• Finish/Stock Material: Mossy Oak Bottomland 
   

Features 

The chambering range from 2-3/4" through 3-1/2" is genuinely useful in waterfowl hunting where shell selection varies by species and range. Crio choke compatibility gives the shooter five options (Crio C, Crio IM, Crio F, Extended Crio IC, and Extended Crio M) for adapting to different shooting scenarios. At 7 lbs the shotgun balances well on a 28-inch barrel. 
 

Usage 

This shotgun is aimed at waterfowl hunters and sporting clays shooters who need reliable cycling across a wide range of loads. The Bottomland camo pattern works in marsh and timber hunting environments. At 7 lbs it carries comfortably for most of a day, though a few users note it is heavier than some competing semi-auto designs.

Reliability is the defining theme. Owners describe consistent cycling through various load types and note the semi-automatic action handles fast target presentations that pump guns cannot match as easily. Waterfowl hunters in particular value the reliable extraction in cold and wet conditions.

The Mossy Oak Bottomland pattern is well-liked for its effectiveness blending into wetland and timber environments.

Price comes up as the main consideration for prospective buyers. The SBE3 sits at the higher end of the semi-auto shotgun market. Weight draws occasional comment; a few users find it slightly heavier than expected, which can matter on long walks. The overall sentiment is strongly positive, with owners willing to pay the premium for the cycling reliability.