I have shot an M4 before and was going to buy one recently. After hearing about the Beretta 1301 tac i ended up buying one in OD green. It's like an M4 but better. Super happy with this awesome shotgun.
Eh, I wouldn’t go that far. The 1301 is leaps and bounds better than 99% of all other shotguns. I put it equal to or a tad better than the M2 competition. But both of these can’t compare to the M4 when it comes to shooting 3” Magnum loads. Load up 5 rounds in an M4 and the 1301 and shoot them side by side. I have. I bought the M4. But I will get the 1301 next. It is a beautiful shotgun and the new Gen 2s have fixed the problem of dumping rounds under the bolt when hitting the bolt release by accident. Home defense, I take the M4. Competition I’d take the 1301. But I’d have no problem with the 1301 for home defense either if I’m being honest.
@@Kornholeeoo The M4 is 2 pounds heavier and nearly twice the price. It does nothing better than the 1301. 3" magnum loads are unnecessary and far from the most common load selected or used. There was/is no issue with the gen 1 bolt release. There's no reason to be touching the bolt release after loading the chamber. Bumping the back of the bolt release hard enough to eject shells from the tube is all but impossible.
@@225degrees But if you’re shooting 3” mags, the M4 is the way to go. I agree with you on most of this but accidentally hitting the bolt release is something serious to worry about. Just because it hasn’t happened to you doesn’t mean it won’t in a combat situation. And it has happened. Glad they fixed it because I still plan on getting a 1301 to add to my others. I have owned 4 Benellis and still have my Ethos and M4. Modded to my taste. But I do like the 1301. Another great home defense gun.
@@225degrees Everyone has an opinion about what they like, regardless of object proof over decades of military and police use. The 1301 is nice and again, I want one. But there is no denying the object proof of what the M4 has accomplished and it still sits on the top as the best defensive shotgun out today. Time will tell.
The more I see of this shotgun, the more I am convinced it deserves a look. Benelli may have been the only game in town, but this just might prove that wrong. Nothing quite like having another highly reliable shotgun around you can count on. That’s up to each one. You need to at least try it out. This convinced me.
Excellent point most people miss out on. Most LE and military shoot CQB from the dominant pectoral muscle, not the shoulder. Keeps the chicken plate forward towards the threat.
I know several people who use a tactical style shotgun for hunting, primarily because it's shorter than a standard hunting shotgun, and it's easier to use in the woods. I also know some people who shoot clay pigeons with a short tactical gun, because why not
You're speaking my language. I do all of these bc you can. Took a deer with my 1301 this past season. Shot dead nuts at 60 yards using federal truball.
If I ever built out a defense shotgun I’m almost positive that I’ll go with one of these. Pricey, but not outrageous, beretta quality, and I much prefer the standard grip over a pistol grip like an m4
Sure, it's a tiny shotgun for you - but we're not all built like a grizzly bear. Still - I went with the Comp Pro 21 inch barrel, as a good compromise between tactical, competition and general purpose shotgun. I love it, of course (what's not to love?).
So I dreamed of a m4 for 10 years bought it 3 weeks ago, caught wind of the 1301 on TH-cam recently and thought..............blah blah nahhhhh. So after watching multiple videos, I ordered the 1301 FDE yesterday. I can't wait!
I bought that first, thinking I could get a tactical barrel to swap as desired, bought it, was so excited but they're not swappable!😵 I had to return the tac barrel for a refund
I highly, highly doubt that anyone paying this much money for one is going to be dropping it. For most buying these, this is going to be their primary home defense.
I don't think anyone ever plans to drop any of their firearms. That being said, if you're worried about doing it you need to rethink your priorities. Firearms are tools.
love it great vid just ordered mine was concerned about the spring the guy at the shop told me to cut it and use the new spring it comes with in the tube extension originally coming as a 5 tube on my 1301 tactical what would you recommend ?
Awesome vid...very informative ! Already have the 1301 Comp Pro (love it) & leaning towards also getting the latest Generation of the 1301 Tactical...adding a +2 extension. Is the lifter on the Gen 2 Tactical the same as on the Comp Pro? flat end & retracting? If so...that would be great..If not...guess I´ll have to replace it...
Replying to my own question...it´s not the same size lifter as the 1301 Comp Pro...But, the same type of lifter that fits the Tactical can be ordered from Beretta.
Sure. I'd drop my shotgun to grab my pistol in a gunfight... not. A shotgun is a decisive weapon. A handgun is something one uses to get to their rifle or shotgun. Not the other way around.
I think non-US 2-3/4 really only fit 4. My Remington shells can fit 5 but my Rio royal can only fit 4. The foreign shells are actually longer for whatever reason
Nice shotguns for sure but still fall short from the Remington Versamax Competition Tactical. I own all the following and in my experience/preference this is how I rate them. 1. Remington Versamax Competition Tactical 10 +1, threaded, softest recoiling, no 922r, adjustable stock including comb, drop, and cant, enlarged everything, low, low profile sights, 2,700 + rounds snd not cleaned once. 2. Gen II Beretta 1301 (LIGHT, EASY TO ABUSE, HAS SOME ISSUES WITH LIGHT LOADS-USE 3 1/4 DRAM WHEN POSSIBLE, THREADED +++). 3. RIA VR 80 with 10 round mags (GOOD DRY WEIGHT-BALANCES VERY WELL WITH FULL MAG-CYCLES FAIRLY FAST AND ON POINT). 4. Benelli M4 H2O cerakote (HEAVY ASS PIG-UNLOADED!).
She me will come with it already attached. Base model does not. I purchased the Nordic extension very expensive at $145 US. It does come with a barrel clamp which has a small picatinney rail attached.
@TheGV50, thanks so much for this comment. I haven’t been able to find these anywhere and just completed my order thanks to you. Sucks these are in such limited supply. All of the websites paying for google ads are free out. Langdon tactical probably buys these in large volumes also.
I got lucky and found a Gen2 OD green one for $1,199 / $1,345 tax&shipping. also found Nordic +2 on sale $119 and magpul stock on sale $99. these 1301 tac are bring big bucks now everyone wants one. seen them going for $1300 to $1700 so pays to look around. place I got mine guy said he was dropping the pic. from web site guess maybe they forgot about or something now that they're bring more bucks. still looking for the ASA spacer for the stock everyone is out. brownell cheapest I found at $66. GG&G makes one but different fastener set up.
Two weeks ago I bought my new 1301 tactical (gen 2 LE 7+1) for $1200 out the door at my local gun shop here in CA. If you call around you shouldn’t be paying more than $1200-1300 max out the door.
@@bigd8973 that's good. glad 2 C that as the run on them that made go up n price maybe slowing. thanks for info. do u know anyone looking 4 the magpul rear stock adapter for a 1301? I had hard time finding one and ended up with 2 cause I had bid in on one I forgot about. take $120+shipping new in package
My dad has a 1301 Tactical with the marine finish. A very nice piece of kit. That said, I can get 2 - 3 CZ 712 Utility G2s for the cost of 1 Beretta 👍😎.
@@JohnSmith-bf1sq I did buy it from them and it's not compatible with the 1301 comp receiver. The tab on the tactical barrel that seats inside the receiver is too short for the Comp receiver and the gas piston is mounted closer to the to the receiver on the tactical barrel. They did honor the return, but I had to pay the return shipping.
@@JohnSmith-bf1sq they appear to be identical but the action bars mounted to the bolt are different lengths and the gas block seems to be slightly smaller in diameter on the tactical
@@adama4791 I looked and could only find one for almost $300 I’m not willing to pay that. I bought a gg&g made in the USA so hopefully it’s worth it but they take 10-15 days to ship “in stock” items.
@@jessekrukowski7914 Yeah I've seen Nordic 1301's have been pretty scarce (while their non 1301 products seem to be in good supply). I agree not to pay $300 for it tho. Imo given the already decent capacity of the 1301, I'd just wait until you can find a nordic in stock at the correct price. If not I hope the GG&G works out for you.
Here In America we have The second amendment and Shot guns are used alot not only for home Defense but as primary weapons. Both Military and Civilian Some people like me choose a shotgun even for a shit hit fan situation. Due to the fact they are useful in multiple situations. You need to take a 100 yard shot then load a slug but we use Buck for Defense and the military uses it as it's primary round. Americans are very know for the use of shotguns in combat. The US marines have been using the Benelli M4 since 2005. They are not used for breaching as much as Fighting Shotguns are known to put someone down in one shot and slugs are known as a big hunk of fuck you :D. Also we like the 7 shot tubes.
So I dreamed of a m4 for 10 years bought it 3 weeks ago, caught wind of the 1301 on TH-cam recently and thought..............blah blah nahhhhh. So after watching multiple videos, I ordered the 1301 FDE yesterday. I can't wait!
With the plus 2 extension and the plastic plunger removed the capacity is actually 7 in the tube with 2.75 inch shells
I have shot an M4 before and was going to buy one recently. After hearing about the Beretta 1301 tac i ended up buying one in OD green. It's like an M4 but better. Super happy with this awesome shotgun.
I am gonna take the same path very soon! :-)
Added the nordic components extension and the Mesa tactical Urbino pistol stock to mine.. It ran great before the upgrades but now it's just amazing!
Not jelly of your Benelli. 1301 Tac is an unparalleled shotgun!
Eh, I wouldn’t go that far. The 1301 is leaps and bounds better than 99% of all other shotguns. I put it equal to or a tad better than the M2 competition. But both of these can’t compare to the M4 when it comes to shooting 3” Magnum loads. Load up 5 rounds in an M4 and the 1301 and shoot them side by side. I have. I bought the M4. But I will get the 1301 next. It is a beautiful shotgun and the new Gen 2s have fixed the problem of dumping rounds under the bolt when hitting the bolt release by accident. Home defense, I take the M4. Competition I’d take the 1301. But I’d have no problem with the 1301 for home defense either if I’m being honest.
@@hewer3383 True. But they are not made by Beretta. Beretta is just the parent company.
@@Kornholeeoo The M4 is 2 pounds heavier and nearly twice the price. It does nothing better than the 1301. 3" magnum loads are unnecessary and far from the most common load selected or used.
There was/is no issue with the gen 1 bolt release. There's no reason to be touching the bolt release after loading the chamber. Bumping the back of the bolt release hard enough to eject shells from the tube is all but impossible.
@@225degrees But if you’re shooting 3” mags, the M4 is the way to go. I agree with you on most of this but accidentally hitting the bolt release is something serious to worry about. Just because it hasn’t happened to you doesn’t mean it won’t in a combat situation. And it has happened. Glad they fixed it because I still plan on getting a 1301 to add to my others. I have owned 4 Benellis and still have my Ethos and M4. Modded to my taste. But I do like the 1301. Another great home defense gun.
@@225degrees Everyone has an opinion about what they like, regardless of object proof over decades of military and police use. The 1301 is nice and again, I want one. But there is no denying the object proof of what the M4 has accomplished and it still sits on the top as the best defensive shotgun out today. Time will tell.
The more I see of this shotgun, the more I am convinced it deserves a look. Benelli may have been the only game in town, but this just might prove that wrong. Nothing quite like having another highly reliable shotgun around you can count on. That’s up to each one. You need to at least try it out. This convinced me.
Great review! Would love one! Have shot the 1301 pro... and my oh my... it's huge fun!
South Africans only recommend the absolute best 👌
Excellent point most people miss out on. Most LE and military shoot CQB from the dominant pectoral muscle, not the shoulder. Keeps the chicken plate forward towards the threat.
5:05 if I am dropping a shotgun for a pistol its because I am either out of shells or the shotgun has seriously malfunctioned..
I know several people who use a tactical style shotgun for hunting, primarily because it's shorter than a standard hunting shotgun, and it's easier to use in the woods. I also know some people who shoot clay pigeons with a short tactical gun, because why not
You're speaking my language. I do all of these bc you can. Took a deer with my 1301 this past season. Shot dead nuts at 60 yards using federal truball.
Thanks for the info about keeping the original spring for the +2 extension
If I ever built out a defense shotgun I’m almost positive that I’ll go with one of these. Pricey, but not outrageous, beretta quality, and I much prefer the standard grip over a pistol grip like an m4
You can get an M4 without the pistol grip aslo.
@@ScurvyMcGruffM4 looks goofy without it tho.
This was a very good review and informative presentation. Well done 👍
Great home defense shotgun.
Sure, it's a tiny shotgun for you - but we're not all built like a grizzly bear. Still - I went with the Comp Pro 21 inch barrel, as a good compromise between tactical, competition and general purpose shotgun. I love it, of course (what's not to love?).
haha
Hopefully this South African 12 gage lover can pick up Louis Awerbuck's mantle. Loved the review.
That background music is wayyyy too loud, lots of good info presented. Don’t need it
So I dreamed of a m4 for 10 years bought it 3 weeks ago, caught wind of the 1301 on TH-cam recently and thought..............blah blah nahhhhh. So after watching multiple videos, I ordered the 1301 FDE yesterday. I can't wait!
such a good review ,thanks.....such strange music to accompany it.
I got the comp model, love it, plus 3 with it too .
I bought that first, thinking I could get a tactical barrel to swap as desired, bought it, was so excited but they're not swappable!😵 I had to return the tac barrel for a refund
@@johnrambo2876 good to know, I know the receivers are different lengths. It's so light I don't care about it being a little bigger.
Cool info...little too much on the action music IMHO. Looks like a great gun.
I highly, highly doubt that anyone paying this much money for one is going to be dropping it. For most buying these, this is going to be their primary home defense.
I don't think anyone ever plans to drop any of their firearms. That being said, if you're worried about doing it you need to rethink your priorities. Firearms are tools.
Did you find some play/ movement around the barrel and forend when squeezing it ?
Is there a big difference in the felt recoil between the tactical and the comp pro?
love it great vid just ordered mine was concerned about the spring the guy at the shop told me to cut it and use the new spring it comes with in the tube extension originally coming as a 5 tube on my 1301 tactical what would you recommend ?
I need one of these immediately.
"You would drop your shotgun and switch to your primary pistol" said no law enforcement ever.
Easily 7+1 with the right shells. Star crimped ones here in the U.S.
Nice review thanks for sharing.
Nice shotgun! What accessories does it com with?
Awesome vid...very informative ! Already have the 1301 Comp Pro (love it) & leaning towards also getting the latest Generation of the 1301 Tactical...adding a +2 extension.
Is the lifter on the Gen 2 Tactical the same as on the Comp Pro? flat end & retracting?
If so...that would be great..If not...guess I´ll have to replace it...
Replying to my own question...it´s not the same size lifter as the 1301 Comp Pro...But, the same type of lifter that fits the Tactical can be ordered from Beretta.
Not tiny for the average human
Sure. I'd drop my shotgun to grab my pistol in a gunfight... not. A shotgun is a decisive weapon. A handgun is something one uses to get to their rifle or shotgun. Not the other way around.
I know that’s a small Gun, but are you 7 feet tall because it looks like a toy in your hands.
The only one I can find is the pistol grip version.
I was really excited to see what a "tactical unboxing" was like
What’s your magasine tube extension ? Thanks
The capacity is 5 + 1 with 2-3/4 inch shells. NOT 4 + 1. I own 2 gen 1's. Good review otherwise
I think non-US 2-3/4 really only fit 4. My Remington shells can fit 5 but my Rio royal can only fit 4. The foreign shells are actually longer for whatever reason
Does it have metal or polymer rear sight?
Nice shotguns for sure but still fall short from the Remington Versamax Competition Tactical. I own all the following and in my experience/preference this is how I rate them. 1. Remington Versamax Competition Tactical 10 +1, threaded, softest recoiling, no 922r, adjustable stock including comb, drop, and cant, enlarged everything, low, low profile sights, 2,700 + rounds snd not cleaned once.
2. Gen II Beretta 1301 (LIGHT, EASY TO ABUSE, HAS SOME ISSUES WITH LIGHT LOADS-USE 3 1/4 DRAM WHEN POSSIBLE, THREADED +++).
3. RIA VR 80 with 10 round mags (GOOD DRY WEIGHT-BALANCES VERY WELL WITH FULL MAG-CYCLES FAIRLY FAST AND ON POINT).
4. Benelli M4 H2O cerakote (HEAVY ASS PIG-UNLOADED!).
Why won’t you clean it?
Does it come with the magazine extension or I will need to buy it separately?
She me will come with it already attached. Base model does not. I purchased the Nordic extension very expensive at $145 US. It does come with a barrel clamp which has
a small picatinney rail attached.
@Gunrats What is the blue plastic clip that comes on the barrel for? Just for branding?
Just branding
Where do you get that tube extension? It’s a Beretta. Went to the website and didn’t see any there.
That is the Beretta made extension. Use in USA is not in compliance with 922R.
Benelli Nova extensions are threaded the same.
What mag extension is shown at 4:55 with hex key hole in front?
I believe it's a Beretta extension tube, but I don't think the hex shaped hole is for a hex key. It should be a sling swivel mount.
@@johnrambo2876
That is right and I already bought one. Thanks!
I'd like to know who make the +2 shot extension tube? Thanks
Nordic components is the big name but I’m sure others do as well
In Have the Nordic Components one, but it requires changing the spring (it's included in kit) the video kit says no need to change it.
+2 Ext Tube Nordic Components! Botach has them in stock but not for long!
Ordered it last night! Thank u
@TheGV50, thanks so much for this comment. I haven’t been able to find these anywhere and just completed my order thanks to you. Sucks these are in such limited supply. All of the websites paying for google ads are free out. Langdon tactical probably buys these in large volumes also.
I got lucky and found a Gen2 OD green one for $1,199 / $1,345 tax&shipping. also found Nordic +2 on sale $119 and magpul stock on sale $99. these 1301 tac are bring big bucks now everyone wants one. seen them going for $1300 to $1700 so pays to look around. place I got mine guy said he was dropping the pic. from web site guess maybe they forgot about or something now that they're bring more bucks. still looking for the ASA spacer for the stock everyone is out. brownell cheapest I found at $66. GG&G makes one but different fastener set up.
Two weeks ago I bought my new 1301 tactical (gen 2 LE 7+1) for $1200 out the door at my local gun shop here in CA. If you call around you shouldn’t be paying more than $1200-1300 max out the door.
@@bigd8973 that's good. glad 2 C that as the run on them that made go up n price maybe slowing. thanks for info.
do u know anyone looking 4 the magpul rear stock adapter for a 1301? I had hard time finding one and ended up with 2 cause I had bid in on one I forgot about.
take $120+shipping new in package
Better than m4
Does that hard case come with the gun or is that an extra cost?
It comes with the firearm
It's not exactly airport worthy, but better than a cardboard box😎
Nordic extension?
Perfect for home defence…
My dad has a 1301 Tactical with the marine finish. A very nice piece of kit. That said, I can get 2 - 3 CZ 712 Utility G2s for the cost of 1 Beretta 👍😎.
Too bad you can't just buy the tactical barrel for the Comp as they are both 1301s😐
You can buy an extra barrel from midwest gun parts. $650 if you feel like you really need it.
@@JohnSmith-bf1sq I did buy it from them and it's not compatible with the 1301 comp receiver. The tab on the tactical barrel that seats inside the receiver is too short for the Comp receiver and the gas piston is mounted closer to the to the receiver on the tactical barrel. They did honor the return, but I had to pay the return shipping.
@@johnrambo2876 ahhhhh the gas piston would be a big difference. Does that mean that the tac and comp have different handgaurds?
@@JohnSmith-bf1sq they appear to be identical but the action bars mounted to the bolt are different lengths and the gas block seems to be slightly smaller in diameter on the tactical
@@johnrambo2876 interesting. Believe it is an excuse to buy both now. Do you have the 21" or 24"
What tube extension is that?
Probably Nordic. If not, just get the Nordic
@@adama4791 I looked and could only find one for almost $300 I’m not willing to pay that. I bought a gg&g made in the USA so hopefully it’s worth it but they take 10-15 days to ship “in stock” items.
@@jessekrukowski7914 Yeah I've seen Nordic 1301's have been pretty scarce (while their non 1301 products seem to be in good supply). I agree not to pay $300 for it tho. Imo given the already decent capacity of the 1301, I'd just wait until you can find a nordic in stock at the correct price. If not I hope the GG&G works out for you.
Please post how the g&g extension works. I saw it online. Thanks
@@sofiamorales9591 I get it in the mail today I’ll let you know what it’s like when I install it.
turn the music off bro
Here In America we have The second amendment and Shot guns are used alot not only for home Defense but as primary weapons. Both Military and Civilian Some people like me choose a shotgun even for a shit hit fan situation. Due to the fact they are useful in multiple situations. You need to take a 100 yard shot then load a slug but we use Buck for Defense and the military uses it as it's primary round. Americans are very know for the use of shotguns in combat. The US marines have been using the Benelli M4 since 2005. They are not used for breaching as much as Fighting Shotguns are known to put someone down in one shot and slugs are known as a big hunk of fuck you :D. Also we like the 7 shot tubes.
Loose the music
Could do without the annoying music.
So I dreamed of a m4 for 10 years bought it 3 weeks ago, caught wind of the 1301 on TH-cam recently and thought..............blah blah nahhhhh. So after watching multiple videos, I ordered the 1301 FDE yesterday. I can't wait!
How do you feel about the two vs each other? What do you like about the M4 and the 1301? What do you dislike?
Yes we are courious
Update???
WTF like a girl. Gives you a tease but no further
I want to know as well!