The Beretta 1301 Competition is a semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun aimed squarely at competitive shooting. With a 25" barrel, 5-round capacity, and 3" chamber, it's configured for sporting clays, trap, and similar events where barrel length and follow-up shot speed both matter.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Name: Beretta
- Model: 1301
- Series: Competition
- Action Type: Semi-Automatic
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Barrel Length: 25 inches
- Capacity: 5 rounds
- Chamber Size: 3 inches
- Weight: 6.7 lbs (approximately)
- Grip Material: Synthetic (Black)
- Stock Material: Synthetic (Black)
- Safety Features: Crossbolt safety mechanism
Detailed Features
Fiber optic front sights with a mid bead rear give faster target pickup across different lighting conditions, useful outdoors where light changes between stations. The black synthetic stock holds up in wet or cold conditions without the maintenance demands of wood. The crossbolt safety is intuitive to operate under time pressure. Semi-auto cycling allows quick follow-up shots when you pull a second bird or need a re-shoot.
Usage Scenarios
On a sporting clays course the 25" barrel provides good swing-through on crossing targets, and the 5-round tube means less frequent reloading between stations. For trap or skeet, the fiber optic front sight helps against bright sky backgrounds. The synthetic construction keeps things simple on rainy match days.