Beretta 1301 Competition

[speedjunkiesracing]

NOT COMING TO CANADA. crap

Its only a 3" gun but this might be the best bang for the buck, 3 gun shotgun in Canada
You can get a 21" or 24" barrel. 5+1 rounds. Just get a plus 1 extension and your GTG

Lifter check, Loading port opened check, Large bolt release check.


http://www.berettausa.com/products/beretta-1301-competition/


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[G37]

Came here looking for this post.

The 1301 Competition is the the shotgun I've been waiting for the last 5 years and been trying to emulate; a pistol grip would be my only want, but, that stock looks very generous in the grip department.

...and yes, I've already ordered one (21").

 

[speedjunkiesracing]

...and yes, I've already ordered one (21").

I am hearing these will not be in Canada because they are Beretta USA guns. Beretta USA has no plans to export them.

 

[G37]

Well, I've paid for one... so I guess I'll find out if I am getting it or not at the end of the month

 

[TJspeller]

I'd buy one if I could get it in Canada, being a fan of all things Beretta..

 

[Cyanide Ride]

Well, I've paid for one... so I guess I'll find out if I am getting it or not at the end of the month

I expect a full range report if you do get it!.

This sees like one of those impossible scenarios of value and performance, I'd love to see one here.

Did you order through a third party importer?

 

[G37]

I expect a full range report if you do get it!.

This sees like one of those impossible scenarios of value and performance, I'd love to see one here.

Absolutely. Yeah, as soon as I saw the shotgun it was not a difficult decision to make. Lucky too as I was reading some US forums and came across it the day I first posted.
Without a doubt these are the best value/quality shotguns available right now (without handling one of course I make this claim ).

Did you order through a third party importer?

Yep. I'll update in a few weeks... I'm now getting a little concerned, the "too good to be true" feeling is starting to sink in. I don't want to jinx anything.

 

[wonton]

Any updates on this? Would like to know as it looks like a great shotty to have.

 

[G37]

Update:

Fingers crossed, I should have it today or tomorrow. I believe everything has worked out. Pics will follow once I get it in my hands.

I ordered the 21" Beretta 1301 Competition through irunguns.com



No delays. No notification that the shotgun is not allowed to be exported.
Everything went without a hitch and according to Canada Post it is our for delivery as I type this.

irunguns rocks!

 

[pmt]

Looks they're available in Canada

http://store.prophetriver.com/beretta-1301-12ga-3-24-blk-composite/

 

[G37]

No pics yet... but I have been handling it. I am very happy so far with the purchase.

Very light. Furniture has a cheap feel and the anodizing looks dull (similar to an AR-15 receiver). But for $1200 I ain't complaining. I am sure it will work beautifully.

Fit me perfectly right out of the box.

Comes with 1 choke only (Improved Cylinder), choke tool, some stock spacers as well.

Pics will come. Stay tuned. Saturday or Sunday.

I definitely recommend this to anyone wanting a tacticool semi-auto 12gauge. It's probably the best on the market right now for what you get and cost (again, think Benelli M2 Tactical minus the ghost ring sights and telescopic stock).

***edit: made a mistake last night, it's more like an M2 not M4

 

[Cyanide Ride]

Can't wait to see/hear!

 

[Prophet River]

Looks they're available in Canada

http://store.prophetriver.com/beretta-1301-12ga-3-24-blk-composite/

this is an imported usa gun. only one we've seen

 

[G37]

Sorry guys... been crazy busy. I have not shot it yet :S
BUT! I'll give a quick and dirty review as well as a pic or two right now.

Ok. What can I say... it comes with 1 choke (Improved Cylinder)
Comes with 2 sets of shims; stock setup is C-60-DX, I went with C-65-DX for a "fits like a glove" experience. I love this shotgun based on how it feels when I shoulder it.

It's very light as well. It fits 5-shells (2-3/4") in the tube, but, the end cap retainer must be removed for this.
"Ghost Loading" is also possible for 6+1.

looks to be well made. Not a fan of the safety, the reach is quite far for me.

Oh yeah, it also comes with stock spacers which was a nice touch for those who prefer a longer LOP.

Very decent shotgun and I am certain it will be my new favourite once I get out and shoot it (hopefully this week)

Cheers~

...and thanks to GunRunner!

 

[pmt]

Here's how it looks with a Nordic +4 (excuse the crappy cellphone pics)

 

[G37]

Doh... I just saw you are from Arizona and don't have our silly restrictions.

Awesome



Stock, the COMP1301 only fits 4.5 3" shells.

 

[Cyanide Ride]

This is one purdy shotgun for the dollar.