Green Top and Benelli USA Unveil Special Edition Shotgun to Commemorate 75th Anniversary

Green Top unveils the new “Virginian,” a limited edition Benelli SuperBlack Eagle 3, commemorating 75 years of retail business. Benelli USA is an iconic firearms manufacturer known for creating one of the world’s largest selections of semi-automatic shotguns.

Executives from both Green Top and Benelli USA present the “Virginian.” This exclusive, limited-run touts unique serial numbers beginning with 75GT, signifying Green Top’s 75th Anniversary (“GT” represents Green Top and “75” indicates the company’s 75 years in business). Adding to the value of this unique Super Black Eagle 3, these limited shotgun shave been produced specifically for this event. 

The “Virginian” is a 12-gauge version of the popular Super Black Eagle 3 model. It features a 26-inch barrel chambered for 3-1⁄2 inch shells. The “Virginian” boasts a Realtree Timber® finish and is furnished with five premium BE.S.T. choke tubes. The BE.S.T finish is guaranteed not to rust or corrode for 25 years. Other features include a braided paracord sling, a hard storage case, a sticker of the “Virginian” logo, and a certificate of authenticity. 

The “Virginian” is available for purchase in-store at Green Top today. A limited amount will be available online at Green Top, and a reserve amount will be featured at the Green Top Outdoor Expo on Oct. 1-2, 2022. The “Virginian” is sold exclusively by Green Top for $1,999.99. 

“After 75 years in business, we have so much to celebrate, especially our relationship with amazing vendors, and we are so appreciative that Benelli USA is helping us celebrate our 75th anniversary with such an amazing product and continued support,” said Green Top CEO Blaine Altaffer. “The ‘Virginian’ is an absolute showstopper, and we can’t wait to share it with our amazing loyal customers. Benelli’s Super Black Eagle 3 is a great gun for waterfowl sportsmen and all hunters and shooters. We are anticipating that many people will be clamoring for these special-edition ‘Virginian’ models.”

“We are proud to have such a loyal customer base here in Virginia and beyond. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own such a unique, high-quality part of our legacy. As part of this limited product rollout and special event, in-store displays will showcase the “Virginian” with opportunities for customers to take a photo with their new Benelli, which can be shared on social media using the hashtag #MeAndMyVirginian,” continued Altaffer. 

“Green Top represents one of those rare and treasured success stories that has made a positive impact not only on generations of American sportsmen but on the industry as well,” said Benelli USA General Manager Tom DeBolt. “From the showroom floor to the administrative suite, the Green Top staff lead by example, showing how a dedication to customer service and appreciation can bring long-lasting rewards. Green Top has been a highly valued Benelli USA partner for many years. And we are honored to help the company celebrate this uncommon milestone with the special edition ‘Virginian’ Super Black Eagle 3.” 

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