# Charles Daly 601 FieldPro 12GA Semi-Auto Shotgun, 28" Barrel, Synthetic

**Brand:** Charles Daly
**Category:** Semi-Automatic Shotguns
**Caliber:** 12 Gauge

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** 12 Gauge
- **Barrel Length:** 28"
- **Capacity:** 5 rounds
- **Finish:** Blue
- **Weight:** 115.2 oz
- **Overall Length:** 49"
- **UPC:** 8053670719927
- **SKU:** UD2HmwPafX

## Description

The Charles Daly 601 FieldPro is a semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun built for hunters and sport shooters. The 28-inch barrel and Mobil choke system cover most field applications, and the synthetic stock keeps weight down and handles weather without issue.

### Key Specifications
- **Manufacturer:** Charles Daly
- **Model:** 601
- **Series:** Field
- **Action Type:** Semi-Automatic
- **Caliber/Gauge:** 12 Gauge
- **Barrel Length:** 28 inches
- **Chamber Size:** 3 inches
- **Capacity:** 5+1 (tube magazine)
- **Weight:** 7.2 lbs (8.2 lbs with packaging)
- **Stock Material:** Synthetic
- **Barrel Material:** Steel
- **Receiver Material:** Aluminum (anodized black)
- **Choke Configuration:** Beretta/Benelli Mobil Choke Thread MC-3 (includes IC, M, F)

### Features
The semi-automatic action cycles quickly for follow-up shots on moving targets. The fixed brass bead front sight handles most hunting lighting conditions. Construction combines a steel barrel, anodized aluminum receiver for corrosion resistance, and a synthetic stock, lighter than wood and less susceptible to swelling or warping in wet conditions.

The Mobil choke system lets you swap between the included IC, M, and F chokes, adapting the pattern spread to your shooting situation. A manual safety handles safe carry and storage.

Some shooters report a break-in period of 50-100 rounds before cycling becomes fully consistent, particularly with lighter loads.

## What Reviewers Say

*Quoted verbatim from YouTube reviews. Each link opens the video at the moment quoted.*

> I'm not a huge fan of that I would prefer my safety at the front of my trigger.
>
> — [Tough Country](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzCuXdQQRQ8&t=64s)

> I wouldn't feel comfortable giving this to a nephew or a buddy saying like have fun.
>
> — [Tough Country](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzCuXdQQRQ8&t=324s)

> When it was operating it was a decent gun it's nice and light like it's not too heavy.
>
> — [Tough Country](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzCuXdQQRQ8&t=341s)

> As of right now I would not buy this gun to do ski shooting or hunting.
>
> — [Tough Country](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzCuXdQQRQ8&t=374s)

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

The 601 FieldPro draws a consistent response from buyers: solid value for an entry-level semi-auto, with a few practical caveats worth knowing upfront.

The lightweight feel and synthetic stock are frequently praised. The stock handles outdoor conditions well, and at 7.2 pounds the gun doesn't wear on you during long days in the field. Cycling reliability with standard ammunition is generally good, and the 28-inch barrel gives the balance most field hunters want.

The break-in period comes up regularly. New guns sometimes need adjustment or a few hundred rounds to cycle optimally, particularly with lighter or budget target loads. Recoil is seen as manageable by most, though a few users feel it could be softer for extended shooting sessions.

The pattern in reviews is consistent: capable entry-level shotgun, reasonable price, some rough edges that higher-end models don't have. For buyers who want to get into semi-auto shotguns without a large upfront investment, it delivers on the core requirement.

## Pricing

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| Vendor | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Guns Com | $300.99 |

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