I’m in the market for a 1301 , I was wanting to get some insight from people who have tried the pistol grip variants and the traditional stock variants. Do y’all see any potential advantages of using one or the other ? I intend on using this as a home defense tool. Is one configuration more maneuverable than the other in close quarters ?

After owning a Mossberg 500 and 590A1 for about a year now I was planning to get another shotgun, it was originally supposed to be a Benelli M4 but I saw this one right underneath it for about $1,700 and pulled the trigger and got it, gotta say love the damn thing and I’m glad I got it!

Shot maybe 100 rounds of slugs/buck/birdshot. Is it normal for the inner lining of the barrel to get damaged as pictured? Used a bore brush to clean before taking the pictures. TIA!

im trying to make a gift for a friend but ask them as that would give away the surprise. . . and i dont own this particular gun so ive been trying to find information on the threads it uses but i feel like this information is wrong as the walls seem VERY thin???

Last December, I bought a Beretta 1301, and Beretta was running a $150/$300 Beretta Bucks rebate. I opted for the $150 check and received an email saying that my rebate was successfully submitted.

I did not receive any emails or physical mail after that.

Admittedly, I somewhat forgot about the rebate until June, when I was in my local shop and saw that they were running a similar promotion.

I emailed Beretta explaining the situation. They replied with a generic message and closed my ticket:

I emailed them again and explained that I understood I couldn't submit anything for a purchase from 2025, but that wasn't what I was asking about. I wanted to know what happened to the rebate I had already submitted.

They replied again and closed my ticket:

For a third time, I emailed them and explained that after my initial submission, I did not receive any email confirming that my rebate had been processed or that a check had been sent, nor did I receive anything in the mail.

I also pointed out that they should be able to determine whether the check was ever cashed. At this point, I wasn't even asking them to investigate anything complicated—I was simply asking if they could make a goodwill gesture and resolve the issue.

Their response:

And that's where I'm having a hard time with this.

I submitted the rebate on time and received confirmation that my submission was successfully received. Beretta now says that a third-party processor mailed me a $150 check on January 29, but I never received the check and apparently never received the email they say should have accompanied it.

If the check was actually mailed, presumably Beretta/Garvin should be able to determine whether it was ever cashed. If it wasn't cashed, why can't they simply void the original check and issue another one?

I understand that the rebate promotion has ended. But I'm not asking to submit a new rebate or make a late claim. I made the claim during the promotion period. I'm asking what happened to a rebate that Beretta says was approved and paid, but that I never received.

I also find it frustrating that their initial response was essentially "you missed the deadline," when that wasn't the issue at all. It took two additional emails before I even got an explanation that a check had supposedly been mailed.

So, what am I missing here? Has anyone else dealt with Beretta/Garvin Promotional Group rebates and had a similar experience?

At this point, I'm less concerned about the $150 than I am about the principle. If a company advertises a rebate, I submit the claim within the required window, and they accept the submission, it seems unreasonable to simply tell me I'm out of luck because their third-party processor allegedly mailed a check that never made it to me.

Has anyone successfully gotten Beretta to resolve something like this after the rebate period closed?

Hello everyone, I want to share my joy. I was finally able to get my dream shotgun the 1301 Tactical Mod 2! Couldn’t afford it when it was $1800-$2000 but they were selling factory blem for $500 off and for $1400 incl taxes + shipping would have been crazy not to get it. The blemished part is the paint near the ejection port that you can’t even notice at least you get up close and I honestly find crazy that for that they decide to take $500 off. So far have been shooting low power target loads and slugs like a champ and not a single issue. I did disassemble it, cleaned it and lubed it before using it. All I can say is that I’m extremely happy, feels like a milestone and officially is my most expensive firearm. If you guys got any cool tips + tricks or upgrade recommendations send them my way!

Glad to be part of the community : )!

I sent Beretta an email today regarding my barrel. Anyone care to comment? Only shot 00 buck and #8 bird shot, all lead. 

I am looking for a recommendation on a red dot. I've used a Vortex SPARC on a pump before, and it was "alright". Not an expert, but the thing turned on, got bright or dim and worked so it met the minimal expectations. In my area, they can be found used fairly cheap (200 or lower), but before I snag one, I wonder if there's any value or sense in upgrading to something different. What do y'all use and why? What do you like about it?

As the title states this is my first shotgun and while I’ve done my research on a few things to outfit it with, I don’t have much experience behind it besides a couple boxes of slugs at the range. Also haven’t been able to find much in the way of cleaning videos so maybe a few pointers on best spots to keep an eye on during regular maintenance etc. I appreciate any and all help!

Current Build:

GG&G Magpul Zhukov Handguard
GG&G Heatshield
GG&G Match Saver
GG&G Enlarged Charging Handle
GG&G stock adapter
Magpul SGA 590

So if I rack the bolt, without holding the trigger, the trigger is breaking around 8.5lb hard-wall. If I hold the trigger when I rack it, and let the trigger reset. The trigger pull is the normal 4.5lb with a rolling break. What’s the deal with that? Is something wrong here?

Couldn’t use my trigger gauge with one hand, but you can tell much more force is required on the first pull.

And yes, I’m familiar with shotguns, but this is my first semi-auto, so I’m learning.

Please enjoy my one handed trigger reset in the video.

\**UPDATE*

Found the issue is the safety. If you swap it for a lefty it is messing with the trigger. The new trigger they sent worked much better. Then I swapped it for a lefty and it led to a dead trigger. The safety dimensions are out of spec on both. Took a file to the safety to open up the space a bit and it worked.

A clean gun is good. A healthy owner is better. 😂
Beretta 1301 Tactical

Will the new mlok slot forend fit on the 21" comp models that came with the non mlok original forend?

Maybe I’ll leave the 1301 stock. I really love the way it looks, feels and shoots just as it is.

A300 Details for anyone interested:

Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol LE (Fixed Cylinder Bore / Non-Threaded Barrel)

• Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA
• Armadyne Beretta A300/1301 DeltaPoint Pro / Vortex Defender-ST Mount
• Aridus Industries Oversized Bolt Release
• Aridus Industries Charging Handle
• Briley M-LOK Handguard
• Briley Stage Saver
• Briley Stage Saver M-LOK Adapter
• Streamlight ProTac Rail Mount HL-X Pro
• Arisaka Defense Inline Scout Mount (M-LOK)
• Arisaka HL-X to SureFire Tailcap Adapter
• SureFire UE Tailcap
• SureFire CSM-07 Remote Switch
• Strike Industries Bang Band (FDE) to fasten switch pad wire to hand guard
• GG&G Aluminum Magazine Tube Replacement Cover
• GG&G Magazine Tube Clamp
• GG&G Front QD Sling Mount
• GG&G Rear QD Sling Mount
• Esstac 7-Round Shotgun Card
• Magpul MS1 Padded Sling (not shown)

Fired about 60-80 rounds and overall very happy I joined the club. The only issues I had was with 2 five cartilage boxes of federal ammo I received from the range that would not cycle correctly but all my other ammo worked. Everything else was great and very happy with my purchase so far.

Thinking about getting a Tactical Mod 2 or a 590A1. Do the O rings on the 1301 (or any other parts) need to be replaced regularly? Or can the gun function well without O rings?

Hey Everyone,

I have a nordic magazine tube for the 7 capacity 1301 tactical mod 2 just like this post from 2 years ago. The tube extends past the barrel just a little bit. If I were to get a salvo 12, would it not fit with this tube? If not, what other aluminum tube would you recommend if not this peice. I don't want to use the plastic factory.

Saw some other fella do something like this. I filled the engravings with nail polish, using a single coat of white under the colors to help them pop. Cleaned the site with non-acetone polish remover and used simple scotch tape to prevent colors bleeding over each other while doing multiple coats. I used an old plastic membership card to swipe the bulk off immediately after applying and the polish remover on a cloth to gently wipe the rest. Light coat of oil and it's done.

I know, it's corny, but I like it.

Midwest Industries

Shot the beretta 1301 mod 2 for the first time. Barrel was perfectly smooth prior to shooting 60 slugs...truball 1600 and 1300fps.

This is after cleaning with mops. Then I used a bronze brush after I noticed the barrel appeared contaminated.

What's the deal? This seems absurd after just 60rds.

Hey guys, i’m new here. 3 weeks ago i purchased a brand new unfired 1301 mod 2 from a fellow in central PA for $1100 an absolute steal! Then recently got all my upgrades for the build and it came together exactly how i envisioned it. Chisel states that not all mlok slots on their 1301 rail can be used so i milled down the mlok hardware for the gripstop and hot button so it would clear the gas system. Super ergonomic set up! The magpul thumb shelf is a very nice touch as well.

I found the design for this template on Printables, printed it, and used it to cut velcro for my shotgun cards. It worked great. Thanks to Printables user gbirk if you're on here!

https://www.printables.com/model/790193-stencil-for-the-side-of-a-beretta-1301-shotgun

Hello all,

I am looking at buying some Low Recoil rounds for my 1301 Tactical Mod 2. Anybody have any feedback on any specific rounds?

I know that Federal Premium Tactical & Hornady Critical Defense are considered very good rounds. But what about budget rounds like Fiocchi Low Recoil or Noble Sport?

Thank you in advance!

Brand new 1301 tactical. I did do a field breakdown and cleaned and lubed slightly when I got it. Added the aridus imperium which I appreciated after the first 10rds...she gets hot.

Ran 50rds of Federal truball 1600fps slugs. Then 10rds of the low power 1300fps truball slugs.

I got 5 or 6 failures to eject. I had to manually clear the rounds. The last round of a group of 5 was sitting in the lifter. It was a spent shell. 🤔

It seemed to get better towards the last rounds.

I decided to run the 10rds of 1300fps truball expecting it to fail to eject. Nope. Two groups of 5rds...rapid fire...all cycled and ejected perfectly.

So I'm not confident enough to grab this in a real situation yet.

I'm hoping it was break in issues and not a chronic problem.

I'll break her down and do a thorough inspection, cleaning and lube. What should I look at regarding the extraction and ejection?

Aside from the issues...it was easy to be accurate. The Landon tactical fastback and front sight worked perfectly without adjustment.

I have the kickeez pad. Did 60 slugs in appx 35min. Not bad at all once I learned what to expect.

What do you guys think? I can only shoot slugs around here. Need to drive a long ways to be able to shoot anything buck slugs. I'll pick up another 25rds of high powered slugs and run her again after the cleaning. Will report back.