Elevate Your Shotgunning Performance with the Burris SpeedBead FastFire 3 Red Dot System

Are you a dedicated shotgun enthusiast looking to significantly enhance your accuracy, speed, and overall effectiveness in the field or at the range? Whether you're a competitive clay shooter aiming to shatter more targets, a waterfowl hunter needing lightning-fast target acquisition in challenging conditions, or a turkey hunter seeking pinpoint precision, the Burris SpeedBead FastFire 3 Red Dot Sight (MPN: 300244) offers a revolutionary solution. This integrated sighting system transforms your Beretta shotgun into a more intuitive and formidable tool, providing a distinct advantage where it matters most: hitting your mark consistently.

Why Choose a Red Dot Sight for Your Shotgun? The Burris Advantage.

Traditional shotgun bead sights can be limiting, often requiring a shooter to focus on the front sight, then the target, then back, which slows down reaction time and can lead to missed shots, especially on dynamic targets. The brilliance of a red dot sight like the Burris FastFire 3 lies in its "both-eyes-open" shooting capability and parallax-free design. This means your focus remains entirely on the target, while the bright, illuminated red dot appears to float precisely on your intended point of impact, allowing for instinctive aiming and faster lead acquisition.

The Burris SpeedBead FastFire 3 is not just any red dot; it's specifically engineered for shotguns, addressing the unique challenges of close-to-medium range shooting with spread patterns. Its innovative mounting system positions the FastFire 3 optic between the stock and the receiver, ensuring a low-profile, natural line of sight just above the vented rib. This ergonomic placement maintains the shotgun's balance and handling characteristics, making it feel like an extension of your own vision.

Unpacking the Burris FastFire 3: Features Engineered for Excellence

The heart of the SpeedBead system is the Burris FastFire 3 Red Dot Sight, a compact yet robust optic renowned for its reliability and performance. Let's delve into its key features and how they translate into tangible benefits for you:

• 1x Magnification: This non-magnifying optic is crucial for shotgun applications. It ensures an extremely wide, unobstructed field of view, allowing you to maintain full situational awareness and peripheral vision. This is vital when tracking rapidly moving game or multiple clays simultaneously.
• 8 MOA Illuminated Red Dot: The 8 Minute of Angle (MOA) dot size is specifically optimized for shotgunning. Unlike smaller dots ideal for precision rifle shooting, an 8 MOA dot is large enough for rapid acquisition against busy backgrounds, yet precise enough to cover the typical shot pattern at common shotgun ranges. It's highly visible even in bright sunlight or low-light conditions, thanks to its adjustable brightness settings.
• Unlimited Eye Relief: This is a game-changer for shotgun optics. Regardless of your head position or shooting stance, you'll always see the full sight picture and the dot. This flexibility is essential for rapid mounting and shooting from various angles, ensuring you never lose sight of your target.
• Hi-Lume® Multi-Coated Lenses: Burris's proprietary coating enhances light transmission, providing a clear, bright, and high-contrast image. This translates to better target identification and reduced glare, even when shooting towards the sun or in challenging lighting.
• Durable Construction: Built with an aluminum housing, the FastFire 3 is designed to withstand the rigors of hunting and competitive shooting. It's rigorously tested to be:
  • Shockproof: Able to handle the recoil of heavy shotgun loads without losing zero.
  • Waterproof: Performs reliably in wet weather conditions, from misty mornings to torrential downpours.
  • Fog Proof: Nitrogen-purged to prevent internal fogging in fluctuating temperatures and humidity, ensuring a clear sight picture at all times.
• CR1632 Lithium Battery: Powered by a common and long-lasting CR1632 battery, the FastFire 3 offers extended operational life. The battery compartment is easily accessible for quick changes in the field without dismounting the sight.
• Manual Brightness Adjustment: With three manual brightness settings, you can perfectly tailor the dot intensity to match ambient light conditions, preventing the dot from being too dim or too bright.
• Precise Adjustments: The sight features 1 MOA adjustment click values for both windage and elevation, allowing for precise zeroing and fine-tuning. With 115 MOA of total adjustment range for both, you have ample scope to dial in your perfect shot.
• Parallax-Free: This means the perceived position of the red dot does not change relative to the target, regardless of slight head movements. Your point of aim is your point of impact, simplifying aiming for fast-moving targets.
• Compact and Lightweight: Weighing in at a mere 1.90 ounces and with a length of only 1.90 inches, the FastFire 3 adds negligible weight and bulk to your shotgun, preserving its natural feel and balance.

Optimized for Beretta Shotguns: The SpeedBead System

The specific Burris SpeedBead Mounting System (Product ID: 410670) included with this package is tailored for a range of popular Beretta 12-gauge shotguns, including:

• Beretta Xtrema
• Beretta Xtrema 2
• Beretta 391
• Beretta 391 Light
• Beretta Urika
• Beretta Urika 2

This bespoke fit ensures a seamless integration with your firearm, providing a rock-solid, secure platform for the FastFire 3. The design ensures that your line of sight naturally falls just above the vented rib, promoting intuitive target acquisition without requiring significant changes to your natural shooting stance. The ease of installation means you can quickly equip your favorite Beretta shotgun with this advanced sighting system and experience its benefits almost immediately.

Real-World Applications: Where the Burris SpeedBead FastFire 3 Excels

"Is a red dot good for shotguns?" The resounding answer, particularly with a system like the Burris SpeedBead, is yes. Here's how this system empowers various shotgunning disciplines:

• Waterfowl Hunting: In challenging conditions like low light, fog, or fast-moving ducks and geese, the illuminated 8 MOA dot provides an immediate, clear aiming point. The both-eyes-open capability is critical for tracking birds across the sky and maintaining awareness of your surroundings.
• Upland Bird Hunting: For flushing pheasants, quail, or grouse, quick target acquisition is paramount. The SpeedBead system helps hunters get on target faster and make more accurate shots in dynamic, close-range scenarios.
• Turkey Hunting: Precision is key when aiming for a turkey's head and neck. The FastFire 3 offers a distinct advantage over traditional bead sights, allowing for a precise aiming point that significantly increases your chances of a clean harvest.
• Clay Target Shooting (Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays): While traditionalists might prefer a bead, many competitive and recreational shooters are discovering the benefits of a red dot. It helps in judging lead, especially on crossing targets, and can improve consistency by eliminating the need to align front and rear sights. The wide field of view and unlimited eye relief are particularly beneficial for targets coming from various angles.
• Home Defense: For shotguns used in a defensive context, the FastFire 3 provides rapid target identification and aiming in stressful, close-quarters situations, even in low light.

Maintaining Your Burris SpeedBead FastFire 3

Caring for your Burris FastFire 3 is straightforward, ensuring years of reliable performance. Regular cleaning of the lenses with a soft cloth and lens cleaning solution will maintain optical clarity. The durable aluminum housing requires minimal maintenance, though a quick wipe-down after exposure to dirt or moisture is always recommended. Battery life is extensive, but it's always wise to carry a spare CR1632, especially on extended hunting trips. The simple manual switch makes operation intuitive, and its robust design means it can withstand the bumps and knocks of active use.

Why Trust Burris Optics for Your Shotgun?

Burris Optics has a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality, innovative aiming solutions for hunters, shooters, and tactical professionals. Their commitment to optical excellence, rugged durability, and user-centric design shines through in products like the FastFire 3 and the SpeedBead mounting system. When you choose Burris, you're investing in a product backed by decades of expertise and a dedication to helping you achieve greater accuracy and confidence in the field.

For those asking, "What is the best red dot for my Beretta Xtrema?" or "How can I improve my shotgun accuracy for hunting?" the answer is clear: the Burris SpeedBead FastFire 3 offers a compelling, purpose-built solution. It streamlines your aiming process, enhances target acquisition speed, and provides the precision needed to make every shot count. Elevate your shotgun performance today by exploring the Burris 300244 SpeedBead FastFire 3 available at DEGuns.

For a detailed breakdown of the Burris SpeedBead FastFire 3, see the specifications below, or visit DEGuns.com for more information.

Key Specifications of the Burris SpeedBead FastFire 3

Feature	Detail	Benefit
Brand	Burris	Trusted name in optics
Model	FastFire 3	Renowned red dot optic
Magnification	1x	Both-eyes-open shooting
Firearm Fit	Beretta Xtrema/2, 391, 391 Light, Urika/2 12ga	Perfect, integrated fit
Dot Size	8 MOA	Fast target acquisition for shotguns
Reticle	Illuminated Red Dot	Clear visibility in varied light
Objective Lens	21x15mm	Wide field of view
Eye Relief	Unlimited	Consistent sight picture, any position
Optic Coating	Hi-Lume Multi-Coated	Enhanced clarity and light transmission
Battery Type	CR1632 Lithium	Common, long-lasting power source
Brightness Settings	3 (Manual)	Adjustable for ambient light
Adjustment Size	1 MOA	Precise zeroing
Windage Adjustment	115 MOA	Ample adjustment range
Elevation Adjustment	115 MOA	Ample adjustment range
Parallax	Parallax Free	Consistent point of impact
Proofs	Fog, Shock, Water	Reliable in harsh conditions
Material	Aluminum	Lightweight and durable
Color	Matte Black	Non-reflective finish
Weight	1.90 oz	Minimal added bulk
Length	1.90"	Compact design
Power Source	Adjustable	User-controlled illumination
UPC	000381302441	Unique Product Identifier