In search of the Beretta 1301 Tactical

[2A2Dend]

Moving up from a Remington Model 11.

Getting a newer S/A HD SG has been on the back burner for some time. Recently I've been looking into what stands out. I've looked into the Benelli Super 90, and the Beretta 1301. I'm going to look and presumably buy a pretty decent gen1 (stock) 1301 today. The 1301's are impressive tools.

I found a couple posts in the forum referencing them, but there wasn't much mention of how they were working out.

Who has a 1301, and how do you like it?

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[2A2Dend]

Guess what followed me home. A few essential upgrades are in order.

 

[titsonritz]

Guess what followed me home. A few essential upgrades are in order.
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The first thing you want to do on a 1st gen is replace the bolt release

Check out http://www.aridusindustries.com/product-category/beretta1301/ for some awesome upgrades to the 1301.
Many shown here:

 

[2A2Dend]

This I was aware (after) watching many reviews.
Aridus is special.
There are alternatives, I just need to decide.

Meanwhile, the Mesa Tactical stock was ordered.

*edit* Aridus Ordered

3" - 7/8oz slugs anyone?
It would seem they're only available in 2-3/4.
I like buying in bulk. Is there anywhere this is available? 3"/slug

 

[2A2Dend]

I'll run it like this to get the feel, then maybe keep it that way. It feels a little odd, a RDS on a shotgun.

 

[2A2Dend]

I found a forum that has over 315 pages of of information, feedback, ammo tests, etc..etc.
Here's a link.
Yes, the info is conception-ally dated, but currently still active.

 

[2A2Dend]

Nordic +2 extension kit ordered
Found on eBay for $108.00/shipped

 

[Joe Link]

I've got a few nice shotguns (Benelli M4, Mossberg 930 SPX, Mossberg 590, and a Remington 870 Police), but I really want one of these!

 

[2A2Dend]

I've got a few nice shotguns (Benelli M4, Mossberg 930 SPX, Mossberg 590, and a Remington 870 Police), but I really want one of these!

I'm obverse -stop-
I like your list -stop-

Take that gramma nazis

 

[titsonritz]

I'll run it like this to get the feel, then maybe keep it that way. It feels a little odd, a RDS on a shotgun.
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I can't think of a better combo myself. An extremely powerful weapon with limited capacity and range coupled with a fastest sighting system available within limited range. IMO they are made for each other.

 

[titsonritz]

I found a forum that has over 315 pages of of information, feedback, ammo tests, etc..etc.
Here's a link.
Yes, the info is conception-ally dated, but currently still active.

Great site, lots of solid information. RIP Todd Green

 

[2A2Dend]

Looking around the net and on the forums, having a light on the fore end is no easy feat. The Nordic Kit is pretty generic in that regard. The stock fore ends, there's not much there for material for bolt-through, but can get done. Another option is replacing the whole fore end with the Magpul Zhukov (AK) hand guard, by means of an adapter, made by Aridus. You can't buy the adapter by itself if you already have a hand guard. I won't be going that route due to the cost. If you want convenience, mounting solutions, Aridus has you backed in the corner. Another option would be to mount a double-ringed flashlight mount clamped to the barrel, or something along those lines. I have an idea of my own I'm going to try. If I scrub that idea, I'll make something out of 1/8" x 1" x 1" aluminum angle.

 

[titsonritz]

You can't buy the adapter by itself if you already have a hand guard.

Do you have one you would use? If not what does it matter where it comes from? A Zhukov-U Hand Guard normally goes for about $95 plus shipping if you look at that way the adapter is closer to $75.

It's the route I'll take.

 

[2A2Dend]

I b!tch constructively when I have no other choice but to swallow
For now, I'm fine with the stock fore end.

 

[2A2Dend]

Nordic +2 extension is installed.
I'm messing about with different Haley Strategic mounts and lights. They work nicely.
Riding here, the Olight M2R 1500 lumen Warrior. This light runs with a rechargeable 18650 battery that can be charged without disassembly to do so, or by replacing with freshly charged.
With different size rings, I have a nice array of lights to experiment with.
The Nordic barrel clamp/Pic rail, while having the option of mounting on both sides, is very beneficial. A benefit of having the light behind the front sight, illuminates the brightly painted sight as well.

I also have Surefire Scout (M300c/M600U) I can test. These with the option of a tape switch.



Here's a view through the RD.

 

[2A2Dend]

The Mesa Tactical PG stock fits me perfect.
The upgrades are worth it.

 

[titsonritz]

The Mesa Tactical PG stock fits me perfect.
The upgrades are worth it.

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Add an Aridus Q-DC and you're set.

 

[2A2Dend]

I looked at them. I have a shell carrier that mounts on the stock, on the way.
I'll try this way before I pay the price.

 

[2A2Dend]

Shell carrier arrived.

 

[titsonritz]

I looked at them. I have a shell carrier that mounts on the stock, on the way.
I'll try this way before I pay the price.

If price is the problem here is another option...https://www.esstac.com/shotgun

I never cared for butt stock carriers, they eliminate the ability to shoot with a good check weld on the off side and are cumbersome to reload, IMO.