The Savage 301 Turkey XP is a single-shot .410 break-open shotgun with a 26" barrel, 3" chamber, and Mossy Oak Bottomland synthetic stock. It weighs 5.70 lbs and measures 41.50" overall. The matte black carbon steel receiver has a bead front sight and is compatible with a red dot optic. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 301 Turkey XP 
• Caliber: .410 GA 
• Action: Break Open 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Chamber: 3 inches 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Weight: 5.70 lbs 
• Overall Length (OAL): 41.50 inches 
• Stock Finish: Mossy Oak Bottomland (Synthetic) 
• Receiver Material: Carbon Steel (Matte Black Finish) 
• Sights: Bead Front / Red Dot Compatible 
   

Detailed Features 

The break-open action loads and unloads quickly, and the solid lock-up gives good consistency shot to shot. The hammer block safety keeps the gun safe until you're ready to fire. At 5.70 lbs the gun is light enough to carry on long still-hunts without fatigue. Mossy Oak Bottomland covers the synthetic stock for concealment in wooded terrain. The red dot compatibility lets you add an optic for more precise longer-range turkey shots. 
 

Usage 

This gun is purpose-built for turkey hunting at close range. The .410 gauge works for small game as well. The single-shot design suits hunters who prefer a disciplined one-shot approach, and the light weight makes it a practical choice for younger or smaller-framed shooters.

Owners of the Savage 301 Turkey XP generally speak well of it within its specific niche.

The lightweight build gets consistent praise. At 5.70 lbs it's comfortable during extended hunts through rough terrain. Users find the .410 gauge effective for turkey when using appropriate ammunition at reasonable distances. The break-open action is consistently praised for simplicity and reliability. The Mossy Oak camo finish is well-received for its concealment value.

Affordability comes up frequently; the gun is seen as a good value for a purpose-built single-shot turkey setup. The single-shot design is viewed as both a positive (forces deliberate shot selection) and a limitation, depending on the shooter's preference.

Recoil is very manageable in .410, making it practical for youth hunters or adults new to shotguns. Some users discuss adding optics, and the receiver's red dot compatibility is noted as a useful option.

Overall sentiment is solidly positive among turkey hunters who want a lightweight, no-frills dedicated tool.