The Savage Stevens 301 Turkey Bottomlands is a single-shot shotgun built around turkey hunting. At 6 lbs and 41.5" overall, it's light enough to carry all day in the field. The Mossy Oak Bottomland camo synthetic stock blends well in the woods, and the matte black metal finish keeps glare down. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Savage Arms 
• Model Name: M301 Turkey 
• SKU: 1794002550 
• Gauge: 20 
• Chamber: 3" (also accepts 2-3/4" shells) 
• Action Type: Single Shot/Breach 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Barrel Length: 26" 
• Overall Length: 41.5" 
• Weight: 6 lbs 
• Sights: Bead Front, compatible with TruGlo Sight Systems. 
• Stock Finish: Mossy Oak Bottomland Camo Synthetic Stock 
• Metal Finish: Matte Black 
   

Detailed Features 

The 26" barrel is optimized for Federal HEAVYWEIGHT TSS loads. WinChoke pattern choke tubes let you adjust shot spread; the gun ships with one extra full choke. A manual hammer blocking safety adds a layer of security during transport. The Picatinny rail optic mount makes adding a red dot or scope straightforward. The design is ambidextrous, so left- and right-handed shooters can both use it without modification. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

The M301 suits early morning turkey hunts where stealth and precision matter. Its single-shot format encourages careful shot selection, which is why some hunters specifically choose it over multi-shot options. The simple, manual operation also makes it a reasonable first shotgun for new shooters.

The Stevens M301 Turkey 20GA draws a mix of feedback. Most owners like the light weight and the Bottomlands camo, which genuinely works well in turkey habitat. The single-shot format gets credit for building shot discipline, and the price is consistently cited as fair for what you get.

On the negative side, some users have run into extraction or ejection issues after firing, which is frustrating in the field. Others wish for adjustable sights or additional choke options, though the included extra full choke covers most turkey-distance scenarios. Recoil comes up occasionally; the lightweight build means you feel more of the shot than you would with a heavier gun. Overall it holds a solid reputation as a no-frills, affordable turkey-specific shotgun.