Beretta 1301 Competition Pro 12GA
Consisting of two elastomer dampeners with return springs that are positioned near the rubber insert, the Kick-Off Plus system effectively mitigates the first recoil peak. According to Beretta, the system reduces the perceived recoil by up to 40 percent. A third elastomer dampener, located in the stock bolt, absorbs the impact of the slide against the stock, thus reducing the second recoil peak, muzzle jump and any vibrations caused by the movement of the slide. This was noticeable while shooting the gun. It was comfortable to shoot, as well as stable and easy to swing.
The Beretta 1301 Comp Pro has an overall length of 47 inches with the extended magazine tube. The length-of-pull is 14 inches, which some shooters and firearms instructors think is too long. However, this LOP seemed perfect to me. (If you have alligator arms, 14 inches may be a little long for you.) The synthetic stock has an attachment point for a sling on the bottom about four inches from the butt pad, which is unlikely to be used in the competitive shooting world. As for the synthetic forearm, it is 10.5 inches long
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Gauge: 12
- Chamber: 3″
- Barrel Length: 24″ (61 cm)
- Action: Gas-Operated, Blink System
- Capacity: 10+1 (with extension)
- Sights: Fiber Optic with Mid-Bead
- Rib: 10x8 Step Rib
- Chokes: OptimaBore HP, often includes 3 chokes
- Stock: Synthetic with B-Steady System, MicroCore Recoil Pad, adjustable drop/cast
- Weight: Around 3.3 kg (7.27 lbs)
Competition-Focused Features
- Blink Gas System: Ultra-fast cycling for rapid follow-up shots.
- Controls: Oversized bolt handle, bolt release, and large loading port for fast operation.
- Receiver: Anodized blue, drilled and tapped for optics.
- B-Steady System: Separates stock into two sections, allowing the butt to remain stable while the forearm moves with recoil.
- Kick-Off Plus: Reduces felt recoil significantly.
- Modified Lifter: Prevents thumb biting and aids loading.