The Charles Daly 301 Tactical Pump is a 12-gauge pump-action shotgun with an 18.5-inch barrel and a nickel receiver finish. It's a compact, no-frills option aimed at home defense and general use. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 2024027803 
• UPC: 8053800941365 
• Brand: Charles Daly 
• Model Name: 301 Tactical Pump 
• Action Type: Pump 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 GA (3") 
• Barrel Length: 18.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 38.25 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Weight: 5.80 lbs 
• Stock Material: Checkered Synthetic 
• Receiver Finish: Nickel 
• Trigger Type: Standard 
• Safety Type: Manual 
• Chokes Compatibility: Beretta/Benelli Mobil Choke Thread MC-3 (IC, M, F) 
   

Detailed Features 

The checkered synthetic stock and forend give it a secure grip even in wet conditions. At 18.5 inches of barrel and 38.25 inches overall, it's easy to move with in close quarters. The manual safety keeps it safe while handling, and the automatic extraction makes reloading fast. A fixed blade front sight handles aiming duties without complication. Choke compatibility with the Beretta/Benelli Mobil thread means there's a wide aftermarket selection available. 
 

Usage: 

The 301 Tactical fits the home defense role well, short barrel, light weight, manageable capacity. It also works for basic range sessions, and the included choke set covers the main shooting scenarios. Not a competition gun, but a solid workhorse for its intended purpose.

The Charles Daly 301 Tactical in nickel finish gets a mixed but generally positive reception.

Affordability is the most consistent compliment, buyers note it competes well on price against other entry-level tactical pumps. The 18.5-inch barrel and light weight get specific praise from people buying it for home defense or as a truck gun. The nickel finish also draws positive comments for its corrosion resistance compared to blued alternatives.

On the negative side, weight complaints come up with some regularity, a few users found it heavier than they expected for a 5.8 lb gun, though this may reflect expectations rather than specs. Build quality concerns surface occasionally after extended use, and recoil is noted as more pronounced than heavier shotguns, which catches some newer shooters off guard. Finding aftermarket parts specific to this model takes some effort, which limits customization options.

Overall it's a practical choice for the price, but buyers should go in with realistic expectations about build quality and recoil management.