Beretta 1301 Tactical Revisited
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- It's back! After a 3-part review of the Beretta 1301 Tactical last year, we're taking one more look at this fantastic semi-auto 12 gauge, now with some quality upgrades from Aridus Industries.
Original Beretta 1301 Tactical Reviews
Part 1: www.luckygunne...
Part 2: www.luckygunne...
Part 3: www.luckygunne...
Aridus Industries: www.aridusindus...
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I'm seeing a lot of comments on here about the 5 round magazine or not being able to attach a flashlight. That being said, Nordic Components makes a two shell magazine extension and a barrel clamp for that extension with a rail section on one side (for that flashlight) and a QD socket on the other. And if you want a pistol grip, Mess Tactical has that covered. I've had my 1301 Tactical for several years now, and I absolutely love it.
is it a 1913 picatinny rail ?
Jordan Jiskra Do the Nordic Components magazine extension and the Mesa Tactical pistol grip stock help with making the Beretta 1301 922R compliant? I have been thinking about buying this gun from botach.com with the two round magazine extension and the pistol grip stock and was wondering if that helped with keeping it 922R compliant.
@@timothywilson8526 If I remember correctly, I think you have to replace 5 parts to make it compliant. Double check, I could be wrong.
My 3 round mag extension came with a barrel/extension clamp but no mounting rail 8(
Yeah I wondered why he did not have a tube extension.
I'm here because I love your videos and James from TFB-TV said you had a good one haha thanks man, my shotgun is what I love from your videos.
Same.
Same
Ditto
Me too 🤣
Same
Aridus industry accessories are exceptional. A must add to the 1301
ZERO support. Not even possible, no pone number, no address, no email address. 30 return policy but no way to contact them.
Every time I look at semi auto shotguns I always come back to this one, man I love this thing.
Beretta makes fantastic shotguns
I just bought one, but it only holds 2+1 for some reason. I took apart the mag tube and didn't see any plugs. Don't know what the deal is.
@@imperfectdadstuff where did you even find it?
@@mattwalters6834 a gun store in San Jose. I purchased it used along with a couple police trade-in 870s
@@imperfectdadstuff neat
Ah I was wondering why the old 1301 videos disappeared. Oh well, convinced me to buy one last time and I'm very happy with mine!
Yeah, sorry for the radio silence on that. It seemed kind of lame to do a video just to say "we took down the videos" without having something else worthwhile to say... and it only took me a year to get around to it :)
Another great video. Chris is an artist in connecting audience in his presentation.
I've been watching this channel for a while now, went back through a lot of old videos. There's some really good content here and this guy is believable. I'll stay for a bit.
This video made me get my first ever shotgun. I was able to get the gen 2 1301 Tactical. Thank you!
Good to hear of your purchase ! Was wondering if gen 2 fixed the double feed issue ? Thanks
@@garysmith643 yes the gen 2 no longer has that issue
@@ChildFlip tanks
Holy smokes! I didn't realize there was a way to use the Magpul stock for it! That's awesome.
Langdon Tactical does an awesome job upgrading these 1301 shotguns
You have an excellent on camera presence. Thx for your concise, informative videos.
Another good one. Love this channel!
I had always been a Moss 500 guy. For the money, nothing better. If it ain't pump, it ain't mine. Well, that all went out the window when I got this. I wasn't even shopping for it, it was siting there on the rack and I happened to ask about it. I bought it and have put over 800 shells through it without a single malfunction. It has radically changed my view on semi auto shotguns.
great video. home run here. Aridus has done there homework, and making a wonderful product. thanks for sharing the info
I grew up doing a lot of skeet shooting and pheasant hunting and we used to address the issue of the recoil pad getting hung up on clothing when shouldering the gun by putting clear nail polish over the top edge of the pad so it slips rather than gripping clothing.
Super high production values. Amazing lighting and editing. Great content.
WAIT WAIT WAIT WAIT WAIT WAIT WAIT... You can put a magpul stock on the beretta 1301? Didnt know that... Goood
I finally ordered one and put my Benelli M1 up for sale today. They are incredibly hard to find in stock on the internet new. Just as I was ready to buy one locally unfired for $1000, I found a company that had them in stock for probably a day or two for approximately $850.00. Very excited to get it and start shooting it and practicing these drills from previous posts.
That shell carrier is badass.
I would love to get that what's it called or how do you spell it
It's also almost $200. Velcro carriers are a lot less expensive and work just fine.
Chris is always knowledgeable and easy to understand, that's why I come back! THANKS!
Want to thank you for the time and effort you put in your videos great tips and info
I don't even have my 1301 yet but I've ordered the stock adapter and bolt release, thanks for showing us all this company!
Just bought one, loved the feel and look of it. Can’t wait to shoot. Great video! New sub.
I don't know why I like this dork but I really enjoy his videos. Excellent communicator.
Hello and good afternoon Chris. May I too join the chorus suggesting the Mossberg 930. They definitely not finnicky about lower pressure field loads as some of the other semi auto offerings. If I were going to by a semi auto tactical shot gun the 930 would be my top consideration. I would also install a Nordic magazine tube extension for a 7 round total with the 18.5 inch barrel. I currently own a Mossberg 590 SP that has had a couple upgrades as in removing the polymer trigger guard and safety switch with the aluminum and the addition of a Mesa tactical 6 round shot shell carrier mounted on the left side of the receiver. It's a 20" 8+1 but with the Magpul Buttstock and the short stock method indoors it is a workable home defense weapon. I have both learned much from your defensive shotgun videos and enjoyed them as well. All the best to you Chris. Be safe.
Another great video Chris. I could sit and watch your vids all day long. Thanks man.
I've heard of these falling over on the plastic charging handle, which easily pushes in, preventing the bolt from cycling.
This video came at the perfect time. I've been looking at getting an autoloader for a while and the 1301 has always been at the top of my list EXCEPT for that fatal double-feed flaw. With an option to fix that, along with being able to use an SGA stock (which I love on my 590A1), the 1301 is the natural choice. Unless a Benelli M3 magically appears for an incredible price, this will be my next long gun.
And...now that I’ve looked at the Aridus website, I see that your upgrades are about $500 to $600 added to an already $995 gun. Maybe I need a Benelli instead? What about a sling. Great video. You are by far my favorite. I rewatch your videos all the time.
I agree, I am in the same boat and I think I will go with the M4.
Glad to hear an aftermarket product has fixed the double feed problem. I am in the process of getting the 1301 competition. Great video!
Aridus put out a modified magpul handguard to fit the 1301, gives you a few mlok slots up front for mounting a flashlight. Also compatible with the extended magazine tube.
Excellent video Sir. FYI the current price for this wonderful 1301 Gen 2 that has zero issues is about $1400. Plus tax and FFL charges.
Well worth it. It’s November 4th 2021. I expect prices to climb because inflation and the shotgun is that good. I just bought the Marine model and
I am collecting the Magpul stock, Aridus industries mounting plate ($94 delivered), Nordic plus 2 front extension ($150) various saddle ammo carriers I haven’t decided on yet. Other cool items might eventually be a CROM, Holosun 507, some sort of light and mounting stuff.
Yeah. Keep it simple…..hahahaha.
Thank you for the update, Chris. Aridus has been on my radar since I saw MrGunsngear touch on it in his Mossberg 590A1 SBS video. I believe once I have my stamp for my SBS, I'll be adding it as my side saddle.
Thanks again for the video. I do like the 1301 Tactical.
The outros are HILARIOUS. Great video!
Yessssssss......sitting here like a crack addict since the last video, waiting for a new one.
Glad we could feed your addiction.
Digging into all the shotgun videos rn they’re great
Thanks for keeping us uptodate on all neat stuff.
Came back to this after some time
Here after watching the TFBTV video
same
Chris, thanks for all the great videos! I just purchased this gun this week absolutely love it thanks a lot!
Great video. I'll be buying some of those parts you mentioned for sure when I get my 1301. I'm curious though, maybe not 100% related. How much do you do before do you clean your 1301? Beretta says clean it after every use. I feel this is way overkill.
These aridis people need to make some light mounts for the 1301. Maybe a mag tube extender too.
Ok, now I've got to look up Aridus for my 870...great video on the 1301!
Chris your videos are very informative and honest i really enjoy them. Thank you
I really think the a 400 series, is going to become the Glock of semi-auto shotguns. They work, and they do it at a decent price.
Defo, I’ve got 2 and they simply will not jam.
@@stevenpaddybwoy how much do they cost???
Time for an update with the new Langdon Tactical 1301.
Wow that shell carrier it’s pretty nice and useful for a quick change out
@ Chris ...
How about a 'Part 4' on the new Gen 2 1301 Tactical. I just received one (the Marine color - Black/Silver - have not fired it yet). They fixed the bolt release issue. Basically only one function (like the Aridus shroud fix) - bolt release, no magazine unloading function, as far as I can tell.
I'm finding now that unloading the magazine tube is a bit of a PITA. I was practicing with 12 ga snap caps. I really hope I am missing something. The Manual is somewhat useless, unfortunately. Thx.Joe
I got the new model too this Monday. This video shows how to unload shells: th-cam.com/video/EfWeYtj46Lo/w-d-xo.html
The fact that it takes the Magpul stock and my Mossy 930 doesn't makes me want it that much more.
Agreed. The 930 spx was running neck-and-neck with the 1301 for me (I'm a big mossberg guy), but having an SGA stock on a semi-auto is just too good to pass up.
Also, the Beretta actually runs.
Lucky Gunner Ammo I haven’t had issues with my mossberg 930. Have you had problems with reliability?
My 930 Spx runs everything including low brass target loads
Kevin Slobody Same with mine. I haven’t found any decent loads that don’t run well in my 930. But to each their own.
Gunna have to get myself one of those.
Me 2
I love your channel! James Revees in his gym shorts sent me over! LOL! Ill be ordering ammo from you! :-)
Such a great, comprehensive video. Another great one, guys. Thank you.
My LTT1301 Gen2 arrives today!!
6:35 nice double tap!
Mine jammed and froze after 2 shots. Luckily, didn’t happen while a break in. Now I wait 6-8 weeks for repairs. I hope nobody breaks in my house with wife and kids in that time.
The briley Handguard for this is so nice but spendy it's a great upgrade for the shotgun you can easily dump a ton of money Into this thing. So far I've got my eyes on the briley handguard, crom sight, sga stock + adapter and all the other m-lok doo dad's already have the Nordic tube extension.
Im buying this shotgun and going to find that adaptor for the sga stock. They make shotguns a joy for me.
I thick that the best shot gun I never see
A+, Chris!
This 1301 has everything....except an adequate magazine extension. That is my opinion that it is absolutely mandatory above everything else. I for one appreciate the added mass and weight of extra accessories on a tactical 12 (shell carrier, optics...etc) those additional ounces really aid in managing recoil on magnum slugs and buckshot.
Are you aware of any incident where a non-LEO, law abiding citizen was required to fire more than 5 rounds from a shotgun in order to stop a violent attack? Do you know of any incident in which a citizen was killed or seriously injured in their home because their shotgun tube with 4+ shells had insufficient capacity? I have not been able to find any examples of either. I have nothing against extended mag tubes, I'm just not convinced they are "absolutely mandatory" for a home defense shotgun.
www.rapidtrends.com/surving-argentinas-economic-collapse-part-1-3/ sorry. Long read. Hopefully nothing like this will ever happen in the USA. Hopefully. Your definition of "violent attack" is limited to our current status quo. This entire country of ours could go full "rats in a barrel" in one week flat under the worst circumstances. Honestly, I don't even keep my 6+1/7+1 round Benellis loaded. They are all locked in a safe. I will bring them out and load them on the day when nobody shows up for work.....
I think the shotgun is an excellent tool for a close-range home defense role. If society goes all Mad Max Red Dawn, I'd want an AR-15.
craigdamage isn't a aa12 better
Never fired one. Never seen one for sale.
How bout an update on the new Magpul handgaurd they now have
Outstanding demo.
Very informative.
I have an idea for a video: How to use the Beretta 1301T Gen II, made in the Shooting 101 style. This would be very helpful. Thanks for the videos!
I am so happy you brought up the qdc, I live in Australia and I wanted to buy a remington one for a gel laster, basically airsoft but it is one of the most viable excuses for that carrier, it lets a shotgun be a primary
but the shipping wasnt clear so I never did get around to it
hopefully they get more attention they really deserve it, I have seen no one else really improve on shotgun attachments besides them
Have you tried the Limbsaver butt pad on your Magpul stock? There is an adaptor by Magpul for around $9 you have to use to be able to add the LS pad, but then you have an option to switch out butt pads if you wanted to.
How much did that blue shirt maker pay you?
LL Bean did not pay me anything, but I would gladly shill for them if it meant I could get free shirts :)
I think you might be on to something. I opened three random LuckyGunner vids and Chris was wearing blue in all of them.
95% of my wardrobe is blue, grey, and black. Grey and black blend into our video backdrop, so I wear blue a lot.
Lucky Gunner Ammo are you a Crip?
eyeroll
Chris, you make excellent videos.
Personally I just got this gun and I love it. Will take a bit to getting used to with that button but that's it.
Is there anyway to change out the front grip? Or is it good as is? Thanks again! Plan to pick one up next week.
I love your videos. I think you got me sold on getting a shotgun
Instructions for rail installation would be nice,, sorry I have never seen the plastic plugs on the 1301 competition.
They are beautiful shotguns mine's a retired Florida Fish and Game Wildlife with a pistol grip
Just wish the fore-end didnt look so bulbous, and that it didn't cost $1000. If it was around 600-700 I think it might actually be more competitive. And I know probably not exactly a quality comparison, you can get Mossberg 930's base model at around 400$, JM Pro's for 500, and the SPX Tactical at just under 600... The fact I'd have to dump money on an adapter and the magpul stock, plus the basically mandatory upgrade for the bolt release/unload button, add in a tube extension, and it doesn't come with an option for chokes?... I absolutely couldn't justify more than 700-800 MSRP for that thing, especially when I can just get a Benelli M2 Tactical for really not much more or about the same price...
No extension for the tube? That's usually the after market parts everyone has.
Hoping Aridus fixes the double feed problem with the 940 pro
How much weight difference is there between the factory 1301 stock and the magpul shotgun stock?
I don't know. The Magpul stock is probably slightly heavier, but it's not noticable.
you thought I was gonna missed 7:43? NO, I WON'T!
That stock it comes with is definitely not too long for the average person IMO. I think if anything it might be a little short for most. I'm 5'11 and it's a little short for my tastes, but I bought a kick eez recoil pad which should make it just right.
The new Gen 2 1301 Tactical comes with two extensions.
Great vid! Very professional filming, cutting and presentation. One little thing though. Could you hold the object still when holding it and talking about it. when it flips up n down in your hands it disturbs the exellent presentation. Else slick and instructional vid. You still have my sub :D
Great video! Any possibility of a video on the new M&P M2.0 Compact?
Maybe. I ordered one but not sure when I'll have it in-hand.
Good video I’m looking for an all in one shotgun that would be for the range home defense and hunting well this gun serve my needs.
Chris have you looked at the Mossberg 930. They are not finnicky about lower pressure game and target loads as are some of the other semi auto offerings on the market.
1301 mod 2 now $1800 and up. But there allot of industry support now.
Speaking of low quality parts, does this shotgun come with a plastic trigger group?
No light mount? Bad choice.
I can’t believe I just sat through that whole commercial.
Ha!!! That last bit was my first reaction to seeing it!
What a sweet looking shotgun! It costs more than my VEPR 12 did though. :/ Maybe someday...
Better late than never; I just sat down and watch the video, excellent I love my 1301 tactical, I upgraded for the pistol grip version (I forget the name) but, I live in California, and I've Got til June to register as the evil assault rifle, yep California's making it safe....
Anyway I'm going to have to remove it and I will definitely & sincerely, be looking at that Magpul adapter and stock....
And what the hell I might as well do a full upgrade, on the battery assist lever latch....
L/G YOUR THE MAN....
So are all long guns with pistol grips now considered verboten in CA, or just semi-autos?
Lucky Gunner Ammo It only applies to center-fire semi automatic rifles & shotguns. Manual operated firearms such as pump action & bolt action are currently exempt from CA’s Assault Weapon Bans.
My dude loves that magpul stock :)
I personally would like to see a few defensive shotguns in 20 gauge
I have a daughter... pretty amazing how much better she can make follow up shots with 20 gauge... to be honest I Much faster with follow up shots on 20 gauge than 12
Agreed! 20G doesn't get the respect it deserves.
Just use lighter 12 gauge loads
Nice! fun and clear. Thanks. Take care .Stay safe.
Quality content, as always 👍
Did they sent you that shotgun? Was it super quality controlled because they knew you were making a video?
Awesome video!! Is that magpul an 870 or 500?
Good information! Thank you.
Quick question, if you replace the latch, what technique do you use to eject the shells? I know you can stick your finger inside and release them manually. Is that the procedure you recommend?
Bought a 1301 Comp several years ago - great for 3-gun platform, but I use it for clays and defensive duty too. 13” length of pull, light weight, and low recoil - plus dependability is why I’ve been recommending it over the other choices in the marketplace especially for smaller or new shooters. But 12 3/8” LOP? Are that many shooters 5’2” and wearing a bulletproof vest?
Any thoughts on the updated gen 2 model?
Chris Baker... Great video. Would you use this for an occasional 3 gun competition (with the available 2 inch extended choke)? By occasional, I mean once or twice a year.... Not sure I need / want the comp version....