The Charles Daly 601 is a 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun with a 28-inch barrel, 4-round capacity, and a Woodland Camo finish. It weighs 7.2 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 8053800945103 
• Action: Semi Automatic 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Finish: Woodland Camo 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Weight: 7.2 lbs 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 28-inch barrel is the standard field length for upland and waterfowl hunting, giving a long sight radius and good pattern development at typical bird ranges. The gas-operated semi-auto action reduces felt recoil and allows quick follow-up shots without manual cycling. A fiber optic front sight picks up the bead quickly across different light conditions. 
 
The Woodland Camo finish on both stock and receiver is practical in the field and resists minor surface wear. The gas system cycles reliably with most hunting loads. 
 

Usage 

 
The 601 is oriented toward field use: upland hunting, waterfowl, and clay target sports where the 28-inch barrel and semi-auto action are conventional choices. It also handles skeet and trap reasonably well. The camo finish makes it less ideal as a home defense gun but that is not what the 28-inch barrel is optimized for anyway.

The 601 draws the most consistent praise for its price-to-performance ratio. Buyers repeatedly describe it as a capable field gun that does not require a large investment, which makes it attractive for hunters who want a working semi-auto without paying for a premium Italian or Japanese gas gun.

The Woodland Camo finish gets positive comments for looks and for the practical concealment it offers in hunting situations. Cycling and reliability with standard hunting loads are generally reported as solid.

Critical feedback centers on three recurring topics: build quality concerns relative to more established brands (some owners note finish wear or component fit issues over time), weight (7.2 lbs. is on the heavier side for a field gun), and limited aftermarket parts availability. Opinions are mixed but lean positive, particularly among buyers who evaluated it specifically as a value-oriented entry-level semi-auto.